Nettle, oatstraw and raspberry leaf give this herbal infusion a grassy base. Lemon balm and rose bring a lighter note. Mix the dried herbs once, then steep a portion overnight when you want a batch of tea. A pear and almond snack would pair well with the grassy herbs and rose.

Make the Dry Blend

  • 2 ounces dried stinging nettle leaf
  • 2 ounces dried raspberry leaf
  • 1 ounce dried oatstraw
  • 1 ounce dried alfalfa leaf
  • 1/2 ounce cut and sifted dried lemon balm
  • 1/2 ounce dried rose hips
  • 1/2 ounce dried rose petals

Stir the dried herbs together in a large bowl so the ingredients are evenly distributed. Transfer to a jar, close it tightly and keep it out of sunlight. The dry blend makes multiple batches; measure a fresh portion each time.

Brew a Batch

  1. Bring about 1 quart of water to a boil.
  2. Put a heaping 1/4 cup of the blend, about 1/4 ounce, into a heat-safe vessel large enough for the herbs and water.
  3. Pour the boiling water over the herbs, cover and steep overnight, about 8 hours.
  4. Strain out the herbs and serve. The batch begins with about a quart of water; the finished amount can vary after straining.

This recipe is an herbal tea, not a measured magnesium supplement. The amount of magnesium in a homemade cup has not been established here. Herbs can interact with medicines or be unsuitable for some people, so check with a healthcare professional if you have questions about using this blend.

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