Anise seeds give a unique flavor to dishes and excellent anti-bloating digestive properties, which counteract abdominal discomfort. They promote well-being after meals and stimulate the appetite. They are the basis of herbal preparations that calm coughs. As aromatic and tasty seeds, they can be used in milk for breakfast, together with muesli or in a mix of dried fruit.
Boldo leaves act as a liver protector and detoxifier, helping to prevent damage to the liver and gallbladder. They are also useful for counteracting poor digestion and intestinal irritation, and have a mild laxative and calming function.
Ingredients: boldo from Chile Nome botanico: Peumus Boldus Molina Origin: Chile
Dehydrated grapes are a delight that is obtained by subjecting fresh grapes to a drying process. Classified as dried fruit, jumbo grapes are very popular for preparing dishes, desserts or to eat as an appetizing snack. Its soft and fleshy texture at the same time makes it exquisite. It has remarkable properties: rich in fiber, low in fat and lots of calcium and vitamins.
Hawaiian red salt is a fine sea salt, with a strong flavor and a crunchy texture. Its typical lively color is due to the presence of volcanic red clay - Hawaiian clay called alaea. Its properties are manifold because the clay is made up of more than 80 minerals, particularly rich in iron oxide.
Pumpkin seeds, toasted and salted, a fragrant and tasty snack. Rich in minerals, they are precious allies, for health and diet (without exaggerating). Excellent as a mid-morning or afternoon snack.
Malagueta pepper or Guinea pepper is particularly rich in essential oils. Its scent is reminiscent of ginger, but notes of cardamom can also be perceived, so much so that it is often used or recommended as a substitute for the latter in recipes. It is used to flavor stews and some grains of this spice are added to the traditional drink based on kola nut typical of Sicily.
Orange blossoms can be used alone for a calming herbal tea, or added together with a blend of medicinal herbs, as desired. They possess expectorant properties against colds, thanks to vitamin C, and promote proper digestion. The relaxing characteristics of orange blossom are useful in cases of insomnia, anxiety and stress.
Ingredients: orange blossom Botanical name: Citrus aurantium Origin: Middle East
The infusion of Verbena leaves is considered a natural remedy with beneficial effects for physical and mental relaxation, against stress. Furthermore, you can prepare this scented and citrus herbal tea to obtain its purifying qualities, which help digestive function. It calms spasms, regulates intestinal motility and promotes the elimination of gas.
IngredientS: Verbena Oderosa Nome botanico: lippia citriodora Origin: Marocco
Flowering tops of wild steam-distilled rosemary (rosmarinus officinalis). It stimulates concentration, the ability to open up to the new, invites you to act and reinforces your character. Especially useful to those who are blocked by fear of their emotions and thoughts, those who do not have much self-esteem and fear challenges and news. Particularly indicated in periods of stress preceding exams or tests.
Fennel as an officinal herb, is an excellent remedy for digestive problems, and in consideration of these beneficial virtues towards the digestive system, it can be very useful for those that have abdominal bloating and aerophagia problems herbal teas, decoctions and infusions prepared with the seeds of this vegetable.
