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A medicinal infused tea for nervous insomnia.
Ingredients:
Dill seed (2 parts)
Anise seed (2 parts)
Chamomile (1 part)
Hops (1 part)
Directions:
1) Boil water. Add the correct amount herbs. When lukewarm, add 1 tsp. honey. Drink 1/2 cup to 1 cup each night. Sip just before retiring.
2) For amount of herbs, use 1-3 tablespoons of fresh herbs per cup of water or 1-3 teaspoons of dried herbs per cup of water
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