Benefits of the mountain tea

Benefits of the mountain tea

Sideritis, known as “mountain tea,” is one of the most beloved herbs of Greek tradition. In Mount Parnon, it grows at high altitudes in pristine natural surroundings, producing an infusion with a rich aroma, mild flavor, and remarkable health benefits. Its consumption has been associated with folk medicine for centuries, while in recent years scientific research has confirmed its therapeutic properties. Traditionally, mountain tea has been used as a natural remedy for colds, flu, and respiratory infections, as it soothes coughs, reduces inflammation, and strengthens the body. At the same time, it calms the stomach, eases indigestion, and acts as a mild relaxant, promoting better sleep. Since it contains no caffeine, it can be consumed daily by both young and old, hot in winter and cold in summer. Science now reinforces what tradition already knew. Mountain tea is rich in flavonoids and polyphenols, substances with strong antioxidant activity. Studies published in the Journal of Ethnopharmacology have shown that its extracts protect...
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Mountain ice tea | the recipe

Mountain ice tea | the recipe

Some of you might remember we mentioned that Laidak café (Boddinstrasse 42 in Neukolln) serves organic mountain tea as iced tea — the one I bring to Berlin from Mount Parnon. Today I decided to share Laidak’s recipe here so you can make it at home too. Here you go: Laidak’s Iced Mountain Tea Recipe Want to bring a bit of Laidak to your home? Here’s how you can make our iced mountain tea — the same one we serve at the café, made with herbs straight from Mount Parnon. You’ll need: A few sprigs of mountain tea (Greek “tsai tou vounou”) 4 cl lemon juice 3–4 cl liquid sugar (the kind used in cocktails) About 1.5+ liters of water (some will evaporate) How to make it: In a pot, bring a bit more than 1.5 liters of water to a boil. Add the mountain tea sprigs, lemon juice, and liquid sugar. Let it boil for about 15 minutes, until the water takes on the...
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