A cup of tea surrounded by fresh green leaves

Gentle Liver Tonic

Support your liver with a healing herbal tea of plants and fresh herbs that cleanse and activate the liver.

Helps the liver detox and cleanse your system and your cells with the power of dandelion, peppermint, and ginger all traditionally used by herbalists for insomina, moodiness, low energy, and sluggish digestion.

Prep time 20 minutes

Serving size 1 cup

Tips

Ideal for anyone with a warm or cold constitution or cleansing in the spring, summer, or early falls (learn how to apply this wisdom).

Pour any leftover smoothie into a freezer-safe jar and keep frozen. Then, semi-thaw and serve. Keeps well for 2-3 days.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons peppermint leaf (or 1/4 cup fresh)

  • 1 tablespoon dandelion leaf (or 2 tablespoons fresh)

  • 2 inch piece of fresh ginger (do not use dried ginger), sliced in half

  • 1 pint (500 ml) pure water

Preparation

  1. Combine all ingredients in a small pot and bring to a gentle boil over medium heat. Reduce to low and simmer, covered, for 15 minutes.

  2. Strain into a tea cup or mug.

  3. To serve: enjoy 1 cup (or more) a few times daily along with a simple Lemon Juice & Olive Oil liver flush.

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