Labrador Tea

Labrador tea is a decaffeinated herbal beverage, which is made from the leaves of different three different species of labrador tea known as Northern, Bog and Western, which comes from the Ericaceae family. This herb contains nutrients such as lipids, saccharide, fiber, potassium, calcium, phosphorous, iron, magnesium, zinc, copper and  manganese as well as vitamins A and C. Labrador tea is native to North America has an earthy floral taste, which offers a  fresh refreshing taste.

Health Benefits

• Strengthens immunity thanks to the high amounts of vitamin C, antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties contained in labrador tea it helps:
  • Ensures a healthy amount of white blood cells
  • Treats the common cold, flu and coughs
  • Treats sore throat
  • Fights harmful bacteria and infections
  • Prevents chronic disease
  • congestion
• Aids respiratory health, thanks to labrador tea which helps:
  • Treat bronchitis
  • Treats shortness of breath
• Eases kidney disorders, as labrador tea helps by flushing and detoxifying the body of harmful toxins, this helps reduce kidney stones.
• Treats indigestion
  • Eases stomach cramps and pain
  • Eases diarrhea
• Provides good skin care, as labrador tea contains astringent and antioxidant properties, which prevents irritation or inflammation in the respiratory system, this helps:
  • Treats eczema
  • Prevents impair skin blisters and nerve damage in the arms, legs, and skin areas around the body, this is known as leprosy.
  • Prevents extra skin cells to form which causes scaly, red, itchy and sometimes painful skin, this is known as psoriasis
• Prevents cancer, as labrador tea contains antioxidants that have certain anti-mutagenic and anti-carcinogenic properties which has the ability to prevent and kill cancerous cells.
• Treats rheumatism, labrador tea prevents and treats inflammation, treating pain in the
  • Joints
  • Muscles
  • Fibrous tissue
  • Rheumatoid arthritis.

 Side Effects (Possibly safe, when taken in small and low-concentrated amounts)

• Pregnant and breastfeeding women should avoid labrador tea as it could have a negative effect on the infant as well as cause a miscarriage, consult a doctor before consumption.
• Avoid mixing with medications, as it could lead to negative reactions.
• May cause allergic reactions, stop drinking and seek medical attention immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms:
  • Vomiting
  • Inflammation in the lining of the stomach and intestines causing gastronenteritis. (If consumed in high amounts)
  • Diarrhea (If consumed in high amounts)
  • May cause mental confusion and emotional disruption which is known as delirium. (If consumed in high amounts)
  • May cause involuntary muscular contraction, known as spasms (If consumed in high amounts)
  • May cause the body to lose muscle function, this is known as paralysis (If consumed in high amounts)
  • May cause headaches and migraines, re-hydrate with water to flush the body.
  • May effect gastrointestinal issues (If consumed in large amounts causing:
    • Diarrhea
    • Vomiting
  • May cause death (If consumed in high amounts)

Although herbal teas are known to be natural, that doesn’t mean that they are safe for everyone.

If pregnant or about to go under surgery or have any allergies consult with your doctor if it’s safe