Bladderwrack Tea
October 8, 2007 | 1 Comment
Bladderwrack (Fucus) is known for supporting women’s health.
Learn about the benefits of Seaweed and Bladderwrack Tea by reading Susun Weed’s tips on incorporating seaweed into the diet.
Gently simmer a handful of fucus for 15 minutes in enough water to cover. OR, fill a quart jar only full with dried bladderwack; add boiling water to completely fill the jar.
Cap and let steep overnight.
Next morning, strain (give the seaweed to the nearest patch of earth), warm and enjoy, seasoned to your taste!
Susun Weed, green witch and wise woman, is an extraordinary teacher with a joyous spirit, a powerful presence, and an encyclopedic knowledge of herbs and health. She is the voice of the Wise Woman Way, where common weeds, simple ceremony, and compassionate listening support and nourish health, wholeness, and holiness. She has opened hearts to the magic and medicine of the green nations for three decades.
www.holisticwellness.com/profiles/susun-weed
See our Guide to Culinary Seaweed
Sweet Ginger Lemonade
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4 cups filtered water
4 Tbsp. fresh squeezed lemon juice
2 Tbsp. fresh squeezed ginger juice
2 Tbsp. raw honey
To make ginger juice, grate 2 inches of fresh gingerroot using the smallest holes on a cheese grater. Gather the pulp in your hand and squeeze out the juice. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan and bring to a simmer, stirring to dissolve honey. Adjust honey to preferred sweetness and serve hot or chilled.
Alexandra Jamieson
“Healthy Chef Alex”
Holistic Health Counselor and Personal Chef
Author, The Great American Detox Diet (Rodale, 2005)
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