Happy Heart Tea

Hawthorn and Gingko Biloba are a powerful combination for improving blood circulation. Both Green [1] and Gladstar [2] recommend combining them for a cardiovascular tonic. Gladstar also recommends adding Lemon Balm for its stress reducing effects. She goes on to say:

I suggest it as a regular tonic herb for everybody over 45. Ginkgo works as a nutrient, not a drug, so it must be used with consistency, and in adequate amounts, for several weeks or months before any benefit is noticed. I generally suggest taking herbs on a rotational basis of 5 days on, 2 days off, repeated for up to 3 months. Rest for 3-4 weeks, then repeat the cycle again. Tea: 1 cup 3 times daily.

Suggested use:

1 cup of tea, 3 times per day, with: