Holy Tea Ingredients

Persimmon Leaf

The Persimmon leaf is known to inhibit weight gain and lower both food intake and plasma lipid levels. Scientists have shown that the rich fiber and phenolic content of the Persimmon leaf, commonly used in India to make tea, can increase the amount of lipids removed from the body as feces.

The tannins and flavonoids found in Persimmon leaves have anti-carcinogenic, anti-hypertensive, and anti-mutagenic properties. Additionally, the leaves of the Persimmon tree act as a mild laxative and can be used to aid in the healing of varicose veins and hemorrhoids. The leaves' extract contains astragalin, which, when taken orally, will act as a natural antihistamine, thereby reducing allergic reactions to food and/or the environment as well as relieving itching. It can also alleviate the symptoms of dermatitis, reducing inflammation and thickening the skin.

The astringent raw Persimmon fruit has been used to treat chronic diarrhea, dysentery, constipation, hemorrhoids, gastro-intestinal irritation, ulceration of the bowel and stomach, catarrh of the rectum and colon, and to stop bleeding.

The leaves of the Persimmon are a good source of dietary antioxidants like vitamins A and C, and flavonoids. Additionally, several tannins and flavonoids isolated from the leaf have recently been found to have anti-hypertensive, anti-mutagenic, and anti-carcinogenic actions.

The Japanese have cultivated the Persimmon for at least 1,000 years where it is considered the national fruit.

Malva Leaf (Chinese Mallow)

The Malva leaf, often used to soothe the membranes of the digestive system, is mildly astringent and diuretic, thereby an ingredient utilized for treatment of gastroenteritis, conditions of the spleen, and stomachache as well as a gentle laxative.

The seeds of the plant are used in Tibetin medicine where they are used in treating renal disorders, frequent thirst, and diarrhea.

Holy Thistle

Holy Thistle is known to helping the liver to release toxins. It has been utilized medicinally for more than 2000 years; it's most common use has been in the treatment of liver and gallbladder disorders. Products using Holy Thistle are quite popular in the United States and Europe for several types of liver disease. It is believed to have the ability to purify the blood and aid in its circulation. It is also used for stomach and digestive issues, intestinal gas, liver difficulties, and constipation. It has been proven effective for strengthening the heart and as well as helpful for the lungs, kidneys,and liver.

Marshmallow Root/Leaf

Marshmallow Root/Leaf has been traditionally used to support and soothe the intestines. It is a well-known remedy for digestive upsets, intestinal disorders, fluid retention, bladder infections, kidney problems, sore throat and sinusitis.

A natural source of amino acids, beta-carotene, vitamins, and minerals, marshmallow is often used as a filler in compounding pills.

With great emollient and demulcent properties, Marshmallow makes it useful in treating inflammation and irritation of the alimentary canal as well as the urinary and respiratory organs. It also contains high levels of vitamin A, zinc, calcium, and significant amounts of sodium, iodine, iron, and B-complex vitamins.

Blessed Thistle

This plant has been noted as far back as the early sixteenth century in treating fever, dyspepsia, diarrhea, flatulence, indigestion, smallpox, and anorexia. More recently it has shown marked improvement in heartburn, indigestion, and poor apetite.

All of these ingredients are put together in a special formula to create Holy Tea; this gives this special tea abundant healing properties by combining herbs that are known to aid in healing a number of known chronic ailments.