Herbal Necessities

BE GOOD TO YOUR COLONWith this unique synergistic blend of herbs and spices that supports the body’s detoxification and daily maintenance.* A healthy colon eliminates toxic waste daily, sustains a balanced intestinal flora and enhances immune function.*We recommend the use of COLON CLEANSE®, made from the highest quality Psyllium Husk, as an excellent complementary product or to enhance the health benefits of our COLON CLEANSE® TEA.Note: Colon cleansing requires an adequate amount of bulking fiber. Fiber is essential for intestinal health. Psyllium has had a long tradition of use as a bulking agent for the digestive system.Cascara Sagrada - Intestinal tonifying and detoxification.*Senna - Promotes regularity.* Promotes peristalsis, the rhythmic muscular contractions in the bowel that are responsible for the natural evacuation process.*Soothing and warming carminative spices of Cardamom, Cinnamon, and Fennel.Pleasant tasting Papaya leaves, Peppermint and Spearmint are added to promote healthy digestion with an aromatic hint of Saffron to provide a traditional Indian flavor.Cascara Sagrada has been widely researched and considered a safe, gentle bowel and digestive aid. When used properly, it can be taken on a daily basis with no discomfort. Cascara Sagrada is non-habit forming and does not lose its effectiveness with repeated use.

Used for beneficial properties at the time of Hippocrates in the 4th and 5th centuries B.C., Valerian (valeriana officinalis) is native to England, Europe and the United States. Valerian derives its name from the Latin valere, to be strong referring to both the health benefits of the plant as well as its distinct odor. It was also referred to as All-Heal during the Middle Ages in Britain. In centuries past, it was taken for its soothing, beneficial effect, used as a condiment during medieval times and as a perfume during the 16th century. Today, Valerian Root is used throughout Europe and the U.S.Since 1922, Alvita has been making the finest herb teas money can buy. Pure, natural singles and blends that bring you unsurpassed enjoyment, healthful benefits, and complete satisfaction. No less reassuring is our unwavering commitment to the environment. Today, no herb tea company goes as far to protect the Earth and its precious resources - this package and its contents being testimony. There is no plastic shrinkwrap on the outside. The box is 100% recycled board that can be recycled again. The finish is water-based. Our tea bags are English Pillow Style, with no strings, tags, or staples attached. Even the tea bag paper is recyclable. And all our bags are oxygen bleached, not chlorine bleached, to safeguard you and our ground water. Degradable. Recyclable. Reusable. The key component of each word is “able”. At Alvita, we wholeheartedly believe we are all able to play a key role in preserving the wondrous world we live in. For us, it starts with offering you the most environmentally safe and responsible herb teas possible. Alvita, Natural herb teas that are good for you and the environment.

Raspberry leaf is very high in an assortment of nutrients including calcium, iron, and B vitamins, all of which are very important during pregnancy. The herb also contains a variety of chemicals -most of which have yet to be identified - that produce a direct effect on the pregnant uterus. They have been shown to strengthen the uterine wall, relax smooth muscle, and help to make delivery easier and speedier by helping the uterus contract more efficiently.

Papaya Leaf (Asimina Triloba) may be used as a diuretic and insecticidal. Also known as The Medicine Tree or Melon Tree, Papaya (carica papaya) is frequently mentioned in the writings of the early explorers who observed that natives not only ate the fruit but used the leaves for their beneficial properties. Peppermint (mentha piperita) is a universally used flavoring. The volatile oil, which contains menthol, is responsible for Peppermint’s aromatic and health attributes. So highly regarded was Peppermint, that it was included in a list of plants being taken to the New World. Together, Papaya and Peppermint make an invigorating, delicious tea. Since 1922, Alvita has been making the finest teas money can buy. Pure, natural singles and blends that bring you unsurpassed enjoyment, healthful benefits and complete satisfaction. No less reassuring is our unwavering commitment to the environment. Today, no herb tea company goes as far to protect the Earth and its precious resources–this package and its contents being testimony. There is no plastic shrink wrap on the outside. The box is 100% recycled board that can be recycled again. The finish is soybean-based. Our tea bags are English Pillow Style, with no strings, tags or staple attached. Even the tea bag paper is recyclable. And all our bags are oxygen bleached, not chlorine bleached, to safeguard you and our ground water. Degradable. Recyclable. Reusable. The key component of each is the word “able”. At Alvita, we wholeheartedly believe we are all able to play a key role in preserving the wondrous world we live in. For us, it starts with offering you the most environmentally safe and responsible herb teas possible. Alvita, natural herb teas that are good for you and the environment.

Panax Ginseng Herb Tea is made of high quality sun-dried ginseng flavored with jasmine flower. Ginseng is an excellent tonic with numerous nutrients such as saponins, panaxosides, RH2, selenium, vitamin A, etc. Traditional Chinese medicine considers it the king of herbs and uses it for general debility, fatigue, for “pacifying the nerve system and nourishing the brain” and for immunity support, energy, mental power, alertness and health maintenance of good health.

Support overall health enhancement. Native Hawaiians and other Pacific islanders have traditionally used Noni for cleansing and healing the body and spirit. T his deliciously flavored tea is made from Noni organically grown right here on the Big Island. Ease the discomfort associated with a large range of maladies. Noni traditionally has been used to help the body in its efforts to soothe painful conditions, ease inflammation, calm feelings of depression, support weight management, soothe skin irritations, and support circulatory health and balance blood sugar levels. A great tasting, caffeine-free tea.

Cats Claw (Una de Gato, Uncaria Tomentosa) promotes and enhances immune system function, anti-viral, anti-inflammatory, and anti-rheumatic activities. Cats Claw has been shown to help arthritis, allergies, candida, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, gastritis, ulcers, cancer, cleanses the intestinal tract, and hormonal imbalances.

Blueberry leaf tea is used as a blood purifier, for colic, labor pains and as a tonic after miscarriages.

Native to Europe and North America, Elderberry is a tree-like shrub. It produces serrated leaves, delicate flowers and juicy berries that are used for their beneficial properties. The Elderberry has been involved in human history for centuries, with a reputation for healing both the body and the spirit. In fact, the plant was used so widely and considered so important and valuable that it earned an epithet, “the medicine chest of the country people.” The berries are ready for harvest in late summer, and are rich in vitamin C. They often constitute the main ingredients in pies, jellies, wines and cordials. A healing, soothing syrup and tea can also be brewed from Elderberry. For more than 75 years, long before it became fashionable, Alvita was championing the profound health-giving properties of herbal teas. We travel to the far reaches of the globe for the finest herbs, the best growers, the most precious sources. Small wonder that so many consumers trust the Alvita name. Today, it stands for more than 100 different teas, including classic single herb varieties, and our unique Alvita blends. The package you hold in your hand combines ancient herbal wisdom with modern science, and brings to you all the richness and benefits of herbal teas. This philosophy is the very reason why you will find sensible, English pillow style tea bags that are oxygen bleached, not chlorine treated. And why you won’t find any strings, tags or staples. We’ve even developed a new foil package, a recyclable innovation that keeps our tea fresher, longer. We thank you for choosing our product, but more importantly, we thank you for the trust you’ve put in the herbal values that we all share. Alvita. Natural Herb Teas that are Good for You and the Environment. Made from 100% recycled paper board.

Black Cohosh (Cimicifuga Racemosa) contains Isoflavones (phytoestrogens) that binds to estrogen receptors and have mild estrogen activity. Black Cohosh promotes effectual labor contractions, relieves false labor pains, facilitates post-partum recovery, useful for menopause, PMS, hormonal imbalances, stress, nervousness, muscle cramping, lung congestion, inflammatory conditions and hypertension.