Pine needles are one of natures best natural sources of sulfur , which your body needs , nearly as much as your body needs water . Sulfur is a key ingredient for connective tissue , and is a key for healthy joints , and pain free movement . As important as sulfur is , we are finding that many people are deficient , and that if you are following an average diet in America , a junk food diet , you are very likely to be deficient .

High levels of micro nutrients , and important elements such as sulfur , is what makes certain wild plants , herbs , like pine trees so beneficial . The sulfur is what is going to take your connective tissue to a new level , reducing muscle and joint pain , and renewing your body and mind .

The sulfur will also reduce lactic acid build up , and thus will eliminate cramping and improve stamina & energy levels . This could potentially speed up recovery of athletes after workouts , and could certainly help anyone recover from a challenging day at work .

Health benefits of Pine needle Tea

*utilizing a free , wild , plant , possibly growing abundantly and very close to your home , you could produce a drink that will help to melt away stress , wrinkles , improve the looks of your skin & hair , reduce inflammation , improve lung power , detoxify the system , and improve stamina .

*Pine needles can have up to almost 300 times more vitamin C than store bought oranges .

Health Benefits of Pine

Immune System: Whether you consume the dried bark peels of pine trees or brew a tea from the pine needles, you will be able to access a considerable amount of vitamin C, an unusually high amount for a tree species, actually. Vitamin C is an essential element of our immune system, as it stimulates the production of white blood cells and has antioxidant qualities that help prevent chronic illness and disease. Furthermore, vitamin C is a crucial component of collagen, which is necessary to create new cells, muscles, tissues, and blood vessels.

Vision Health: There is also a high level of vitamin A and various carotenoids found in pine needle tea and pine bark. Carotenoids act as antioxidants in the body, particularly for the eyes, preventing the development of cataracts, increasing vision strength, and slowing the onset of macular degeneration. By reducing oxidative stress in the ocular system, pine needle tea can keep your vision strong well into your old age.

Pathogen Protection: There are natural antiseptic qualities in pine needle tea, so after brewing and steeping the pine needles, you can allow the tea to cool and then use it as a wash or mix it with carrier oils to apply to the skin, particularly on wounds to prevent infections or pathogens from entering the body. This ability also helps to eliminate pathogens and microbes within the body when the tea is consumed directly.

Circulation: The organic compounds in pine needle tea can help to kick your circulatory system into gear and increase your production of red blood cells, thereby increasing oxygenation to your body’s organ systems, boosting energy levels, and preventing anemia, which is a very common condition characterized by unexplained fatigue, muscle soreness, and cognitive impairment.

Respiratory Health: One of the most common applications of pine needle tea (and bark consumption) is the prevention or treatment of respiratory conditions. Pine has been shown to be an expectorant, helping to eliminate excess mucus and phlegm in the respiratory tracts, while also neutralizing any pathogens or bacteria found in your sinuses. Furthermore, pine needle tea is often recommended for soothing inflammation of the respiratory tract, which helps to relieve coughing, sore throats, and more serious respiratory conditions, such as asthma.

A Final Word of Warning: The potent mix of chemicals and active ingredients in pine can be dangerous for pregnant women, as it has been known in some situations to cause miscarriages. Furthermore, a few varieties of pine can be toxic when consumed, so always get your pine needles and bark from a certified herbalist and avoid picking needles in the wild, as you can’t be sure what other environmental or atmospheric factors may have contaminated the needles or roots.

How to make a Hot Tea
Start with fresh, cold water. (The better the water quality, the better the tea will taste.) Place a tea bag in your favorite cup or mug. Bring water to a rolling boil and immediately pour over your tea bag. Steep for a good 3 to 5 minutes. (Great taste can't be rushed—it really does take the full time to release the tea's entire flavor.) Remove the tea bag, relax and enjoy! (Serve it “clear” or try it with milk and sugar.)

Here's a coldwater method for clear, cloudless iced tea
Fill a quart pitcher or container with cold tap water. Cover. Let stand at room temperature or in the refrigerator. Add 4 to 6 tea bags or 1 Family Size tea bag (remove tags). After at least 6 hours (or overnight), remove tea bags, squeezing against side of container. When ready to serve, pour into ice-filled glasses. Makes 1 quart. Recipe may be doubled.

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