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strain. Serve plain or with lemon or honey. Milk and cream usually are 
taboo. A porcelain container, and not metal, is used as in making other teas. 
ALFALFA and PEPPERMINT—Alfalfa is rich in vitamins, especially 
vitamin K, and iron, also calcium. To this is added Peppermint for additional 
flavor. 
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CHAMOMILE—Well known for its soothing quality. Besides this tend- 
ency to act as a nerve sedative it acts as a tonic to the digestive organs. Taken 
in sufficient quantity it is very effective in colds and fevers. May be sweet- 
ened with sugar or honey. A good night-cap tea. 
Per Pkg., containing 1!4 oz. 
HAGENBUTTEN—An old-time tea-drink made from the berries of 
the wild rose. They have a high potassium content, a fair amount of 
magnesium, a small amount of lime, sodium and iron. They are very high 
in vitamin C. Simmer gently, strain and serve with sugar or honey. 
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LABRADOR TEA—Also known as Revolutionary Tea—a quite different 
flavor—to quote one writer—“somewhat like Oriental tea.” Add a little 
lemon fer iced tea. 
Per Pkg., containing 1 oz. 
LINDEN BLOSSOM—The Tilleul of France—makes a warm golden liquid 
with a delicious aroma. Lemon may be served with this tea, also, try one or 
two cloves in each cup. It is mildly stimulant. Has been used for simple 
indigestion; also, in colds, used in quantity, to produce perspiration and re- 
lieve simple coughs. 
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MINT—This infusion, with the addition of a slice of lemon, is very refresh- 
ing, served hot or cold. Especially good for the digestion. 
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PEPPERMINT—This is too well known to require much comment. It 
enlivens the activity of practically all organs; and is most efficient where 
there are cramps. 
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PEPPERMINT and ELDER FLOWER—A variation of Peppermint Tea, 
especially recommended for the chill preceding a cold. Also helps digestion 
and soothes the nerves. 
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PEPPERMINT and LEMON VERBENA —tThis blend, and the one above, 
are variations of the peppermint flavor, and delightfully refreshing. 
Per Pkg., containing 1 oz.......... 
RED CLOVER—The flowers and leaves of Red Clover make a delicately 
healthful tea. Red Clover.is used for asthma and bronchial coughs. 
Per Pkg., containing 1 oz........... 
RED CLOVER and CHAMOMILE—A variation of the above, populai in 
Colonial times. 
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SAGE—An old time favorite as a beverage and remedy. Is a tonic and 
stimulant; useful in colds. Was used as a dressing for wounds and a gargle 
for sore throats. Sweetened with honey made it more efficient as a gargle. 
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