Artichoke, leaves

ARTICHOKE LEAF HERBAL TEA

Cynara scolymos

Origin: Italy, cultivated plant

Format: Cut leaves for herbal tea

Harvest: winter 2024

Artichoke Herbal Tea: Great Ally in Detox Diets

Known since ancient times, artichoke leaves are renowned for their purifying therapeutic properties. The artichoke (scientific name Cynara scolymos) seems to have been used by Greeks and Romans to determine the possible pregnancy status of women and to discover the sex of the unborn child. One of the most commonly used parts of the artichoke are the leaves. Inside them are contained many of the active principles of the artichoke and its properties.

Artichoke Plant: Where Does It Grow?

The artichoke plant needs a climate that is not too cold to grow, but characterized by mild winters and hot summers. It prefers cool and organic-rich soils. It will be important to keep the soil moist and limit the growth of weeds.

Artichoke Herbal Tea: Properties and Benefits

The properties of the artichoke are so well-known that there is a continuous demand throughout the year. For this reason, many producers resort to toxic substances to increase production, at the expense of consumer health, but certainly not those from whom Terza Luna sources, which instead guarantee the traced origin of many of the herbs available online in the catalog. One of the most important active principles of the artichoke is cynarin, a substance with diuretic properties and extraordinary nutritive properties. Thanks to cynarin, it is recommended to use it in the form of artichoke herbal tea; in this way, it promotes bile secretion and improves diuresis.
The properties of the artichoke are essential to promote a complete cleansing of the body. Herbal infusions based on artichoke eliminate toxins from the body and improve blood circulation; artichoke is indeed among those herbs for infusions with very high percentages of antioxidant substances and therefore highly recommended for preventing tumors and appreciated in all diets for treating diabetes.

Does Artichoke Leaf Herbal Tea Help with Weight Loss?

Once again, we are forced to debunk a myth about foods with slimming powers. Unfortunately, artichoke leaf decoction does not help with weight loss. However, it is widely used in weight loss diets as they counteract water retention, aid digestion and diuresis, promoting the reduction of the belly.

Purifying Herbal Tea: What Is It For and What Are the Benefits?

By detox herbal tea we mean a herbal tea, or infusion, that promotes the expulsion of toxins from the body. It is therefore a herbal tea composed of herbs rich in purifying and draining properties. These are just some of the benefits that can be enjoyed by regularly consuming a detox herbal tea, in addition to the pleasant sensation of lightness, not to be confused with a slimming effect.

What Are the Best Detox Herbal Teas?

There are several detox herbal teas available on the market, however, among the best certainly stands out the artichoke leaf herbal tea. Thanks to the use of artichoke leaves in cut format for herbal tea sold on the Terza Luna online store, it is possible to prepare a herbal tea with great detoxifying effects. Other detox herbal teas that we recommend preparing are based on ginger and lemon, the purifying herbal tea with fennel, nettle and peppermint, with lemon, lemongrass and orange or even a herbal tea with lemon, licorice and mint.

How to Make Artichoke Leaf Herbal Tea

The preparation of artichoke herbal tea with its many beneficial effects, ideal for those following a cleansing diet, is very simple and requires just a few steps. In this paragraph, we will provide the necessary instructions for preparation.

Ingredients for Artichoke Decoction

For the preparation of the decoction with artichoke, you will need to have dried artichoke leaves, preferably in a tea cut format, which you can find for sale on the Terza Luna online shop, and water. We will then suggest additional ingredients to pair with artichoke leaves to enhance the flavor.

Homemade Artichoke Herbal Tea Preparation

To prepare the infusion with artichoke leaves, start by pouring water into a container and bringing it to a boil at a temperature of about 100°C. Once the water reaches the necessary temperature, you can infuse 2 grams of artichoke leaves per 100 ml of water and let it steep for another 10 minutes. After the necessary time has passed and the decoction is strained, you can enjoy your cleansing infusion.

Recommended Combinations with Other Herbs

The decoction with artichoke leaves can easily be combined with other ingredients that have detoxifying and draining properties similar to our decoction. At Terza Luna, to mask the slightly bitter taste, but widely tolerable, we suggest mixing it with turmeric or lemon. Other detoxifying herbs useful for balancing our body are: Dandelion,, Moringa, Licorice,, Peppermint,, Nettle and Birch.

When to Drink Artichoke Decoction?

Since the artichoke infusion is particularly useful for digestion, as well as toxin drainage, the best time to consume the detox tea with artichoke leaves is definitely after main meals. This advice is especially valid for those suffering from digestive problems and feelings of heaviness after meals.

Storing Artichoke Infusion

Many people have the habit of preparing large quantities of herbal tea to drink throughout the day. In fact, many of you ask us for advice on how to best store artichoke herbal tea to avoid losing its beneficial effects. In this case, the best way to store the decoction with artichoke leaves is to transfer the infusion to a glass bottle, if possible avoiding the use of plastic bottles, and store it in the refrigerator where the active ingredients will be preserved for a couple of days.

Artichoke Leaf Decoction: Contraindications

There are no particular contraindications or side effects to report for those using artichoke herbal tea, as it is a well-tolerated and safe food. However, it may cause allergic reactions in predisposed individuals. Additionally, as with most foods, overuse of the dosage could lead to unwanted effects such as gastrointestinal disorders, heartburn, and diarrhea.

Where to Buy Artichoke Leaves for Herbal Tea

If you are looking for the best artichoke leaves in tea cut format for DIY artichoke decoction, the online store of Terza Luna is the solution for you. You can purchase the best artichoke leaves with numerous beneficial effects ideal for the preparation of detox teas.

Prices and Formats

In the online store of Terza Luna you will find artichoke leaves for sale in various formats to meet every need.

• 50g pack at the price of: €3.00
• 100g pack at the price of: €6.00
• 250g pack at the price of: €13.50

If you are looking for a liver detoxifier but don't want to drink a bitter herbal tea, try taking a look at Epavin, spagyric mother tincture herbal drops to be taken conveniently.