Drink up this dreamy elixir with soothing chamomile and lavender to help you fall into a peaceful sleep.

This nighttime aromatherapy drink is a treat for the senses. Chamomile and lavender buds steep in warm almond milk to put you in a naturally relaxed state.

Chamomile has been used for centuries as a holistic medicine. Flavonoids within the herb help to heal a variety of conditions from nausea and inflammation to anxiety and insomnia (1). The easiest way to enjoy the health benefits of this herb are by steeping the loose buds in liquid and drinking as a tea. It is a great option for anyone with anxiety or trouble sleeping who wants to avoid pharmaceuticals.

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Lavender is touted in the aromatherapy world as a highly effective herb for promoting sleep and relaxation (2). There’s a reason spas often smell like lavender! Finally, raw honey is used as a natural sweetener for its rich mineral content.

To make this quick drink, heat almond milk, raw honey, chamomile and lavender in a small saucepan. Heat until steaming hot, but not boiling. Remove from the heat and allow the tea to infuse for at least five minutes to intensify. Strain out the chamomile and lavender buds, then pour the drink into a mug to enjoy hot. Sip this sleepytime tea a few hours before bed to promote a restful sleep.

Jennafer Ashley

Dreamy Sleepytime Drink to Help You Sleep Like a Baby

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Total time:15 mins

Cook Time:12 mins 12 minutes

Prep Time: 3 mins 3 minutes

Serves:2

Dreamy Sleepytime Drink to Help You Sleep Like a Baby

Recipe by: Jennafer Ashley

Drink up this dreamy elixir with soothing chamomile and lavender to help you fall into a peaceful sleep.

Tools

• Saucepan
• Strainer
• Measuring cup with spout

Ingredients

• 2 ½ cups unsweetened almond milk
• 2 T chamomile buds
• ½ t dried lavender buds
• 1 T raw honey

Instructions

• Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan over low heat. Warm until steaming, but not boiling, for 7 minutes.
• Turn the heat off and allow the flavors to infuse for 5 minutes.
• Pour into a measuring cup with a strainer over it, then pour the strained tea into a mug and enjoy!

Tips:

• Always use organic, non-GMO, pesticide-free herbs.
• Use caution when mixing herbs with medications. Be sure to check for any potential drug interactions.
• Store dried/loose herbs in airtight containers to preserve their potency.
• To enjoy the tea iced, simply refrigerate it and pour the tea over ice for a cool, soothing drink.

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Raw honey (Bee Farms)

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