L'ungarde - The Herbal Lung Defense Tea
L'ungarde - The Herbal Lung Defense Tea
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” - Benjamin Franklin
Good ol’ Ben knew what he was talking about back in 1736 when he founded the first Volunteer Fire Department in Philadelphia and penned this famous quote. It’s just as valid today as it was hundreds of years ago; emphasizing the importance of fortifying our defenses - community by community - against a seemingly constant threat.
While this tea can’t guarantee immunity from RSV, COVID, or the Flu, drinking a cup or two for 3-7 days can boost your immune system, strengthen your lungs, and it tastes great too! The antibacterial, antiviral, and antioxidant properties of the lung-strengthening herbs in this tea blend include, yet are not limited to, the following:
Beneficial for allergies, asthma, chronic fatigue, depression, emphysema, IBD (irritable bowel syndrome), COPD, herpes virus infections, depression, and upper respiratory disorders.
Licorice Root (we use the organic non-irradiated root) contains Glycyrrhizin which is a potent antiviral and anti-inflammatory, that fights inflammation and even parasitic infections. It stems from the Greek word ‘glykosrhiza’ or Sweet Root (which accounts for the kids’ affinity for this tea), and has a myriad of benefits. Besides Licorice Root’s long history in Greece and Egypt, it’s efficacy in treating respiratory problems has been just recently obtaining recognition by the Western World, especially for it’s helpful actions pertaining to COVID-19. For more information on this 2020 study click here.
Hyssop - this plant is very common in the Middle East and since the time of King David has been revered for its antiviral, antifungal, and antispasmodic activity in the body. Not only does Hyssop help expectorate mucous in the lungs, but it also stimulates the adaptive immune response that kills and prevents viruses from taking hold in the body. We use both the dried flowers and leaves in our blend - to learn more about the benefits of this plant, check out this link.
Thyme is also included in this blend as it helps the clearance of mucus from the airways and helps relax tissue, improving airflow to the lungs. For more details on this German study click here.
Peppermint is included in this blend not just for adding to the taste of the tea, but it’s also an effective anti-histamine and antioxidant. Menthol soothes the respiratory tract and acts as an effective decongestant. The antioxidant properties of peppermint enable it to combat harmful organisms that may have invaded airways, and together with the other ingredients in L’ungarde tea, makes it a potent preventer!
ADVISORY: As with any medicine, please check with your doctor before you ingest this tea. Especially if you are pregnant, have heart disease, glaucoma, diabetes, or a history of strokes. The Glycyrrhizin in licorice root can cause potassium levels in the body to fall when taken in excess. Significant potassium level drops for people with heart disease or history of strokes is dangerous and should be monitored closely.