🌿 Sip to Heal — Issue 2

🌿 Sip to Heal — Issue 2

The 3 Herbs I Trust with My Life

Because when everything flares, these hold the line

There are herbs that might help.

And then… there are the ones that never let you down.

I call them my ride-or-die plants — the ones that have whispered calm, soothed my bladder, and softened my system when it felt like war inside.

Today, I’m sharing the 3 herbs I trust with my life — plus a bonus tea blend you can try tonight.

🌾 1. Horsetail

The Silica Queen

Strengthens bladder tissue, joints, skin, and bones Reduces inflammation gently — like a protective veil Slightly grassy taste, easy to blend

💡 Tip: Blend with floral herbs to soften the earthiness.

🌼 2. Chamomile

The Nervous System Whisperer

Soothes spasms, settles flares, and calms the gut A gentle anti-inflammatory that’s safe even during active IC days Familiar flavor, easy on sensitive taste buds

💡 Tip: Always cover while steeping to keep the volatile oils in your cup.

🌹 3. Rose Petals

The Heart Healer

Cools heat in the body, calms frustration and grief IC-safe in small amounts and absolutely beautiful Delicate, floral, and uplifting

💡 Tip: Look for organic food-grade rose petals — avoid perfumey ones.

🍵 Bonus Blend: Sacred Sip

Ingredients:

1 tsp horsetail 1 tsp chamomile ½ tsp rose petals

Steep 10 mins covered in just-boiled water.

Sip in silence. Journal your state before and after.

📝 BONUS: Tea Journal Page: