{"product_id":"i-am-venus-tisane","title":"I Am Venus Tisane","description":"\u003cp\u003eI Am Venus tisane is nourishing, emotionally grounding and regulating, hormonally supportive, warming and heart-soothing. It is used as a restorative tonic, especially during periods of stress, fatigue, transition, or hormonal fluctuation – nourishing the nervous system, digestion, and emotional heart simultaneously.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare), Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum graecum), Motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca), Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) and Rose Petals (Rosa centifolio).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlace 1 to 2gr (about one teaspoon) of tea in a cup, or 4 to 5gr (two teaspoons) in a teapot, fill with boiled water and cover the top of the cup with a saucer (or place the lid on the teapot) to capture all of the volatile oils. Steep for 15 to 30 minutes then enjoy. Alternatively you may steep overnight and enjoy cold (or reheated) the following day, this will ensure you not only consume all of the beneficial volatile oils, but also a raft of wonderful vitamins and minerals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: It is more about the importance of steeping the plants effectively, than how much of them you use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell balanced with the Rose helping it feel more emotionally inviting:\u003cbr\u003e•    sweet-anise warmth - Fennel\u003cbr\u003e•    earthy depth - Fenugreek\u003cbr\u003e•    floral lift - Rose and Red clover\u003cbr\u003e•    herbal bitterness - Motherwort\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA bit about each of the healing herbs used in this tisane blend:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFennel (Foeniculum vulgare)\u003cbr\u003eFennel seed has been used for centuries as both a culinary spice and digestive herb. It is used in a tisane ease bloating and gas, relaxing digestive tension and cramping. It warms the circulatory system and also provides gentle hormonal and menstrual support.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnergetically: Fennel is warming, aromatic, and softening. It helps move stagnation in the digestive system while bringing sweetness and comfort to a blend. Its subtle liquorice-like flavour often makes medicinal teas feel more harmonious and soothing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFenugreek (Trigonella foenum graecum)\u003cbr\u003eFenugreek is a deeply nourishing seed traditionally valued in Middle Eastern, Indian, North African, and European herbal traditions. It supports recovery and vitality, digestive nourishment, tissue rebuilding and may help balance blood sugar levels.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnergetically: Fenugreek has a dense, warming, nutritive quality. It can help to provide strength for people who feel run down, depleted, or energetically heavy. Its flavour is earthy, slightly maple-like, and grounding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMotherwort (Leonurus cardiaca)\u003cbr\u003eMotherwort’s botanical name cardiaca hints at one of its longstanding traditional uses: support for the heart, both physically and emotionally. It is used to help calm the nervous system and release emotional stress and tension, including heart rhythm awareness\/palpitations related to stress. It may also help with menstrual tension and cramping and provide perimenopausal and menopausal support.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnergetically: Motherwort is often described as protective, steadying, and deeply centering. It has a bitter edge, that seems to calm agitation while strengthening inner resilience. It’s especially helpful during times of emotional intensity, grief, transition, or hormonal change.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: Motherwort is generally avoided during pregnancy because of its uterine-stimulating potential. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRed Clover (Trifolium pratense)\u003cbr\u003eClover is a classic alterative (“blood-cleansing” or restorative) herb. It provides gentle lymphatic support, is mineral nourishing, supports healthy skin and hormonal transition (helping to level out hormones) including when perimenopausal and menopausal.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnergetically: Red clover is soft, moistening, and mildly sweet. It’s often included in long-term tonic formulas because it nourishes gradually rather than forcing strong effects. It contributes a gentle, expansive feeling to blends, less stimulating, more restorative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRose Petals (Rosa centifolia)\u003cbr\u003eRose petals are both emotionally evocative and medicinally subtle. They provide support for both the nervous and circulatory systems, cool excess heat and irritation, support the digestive system and sooth emotions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEnergetically: Rose is often considered a “heart” herb in many traditions, helping soften emotional constriction while preserving sensitivity and openness. When used in a tisane, rose adds fragrance, emotional warmth, and elegance. It can soften the bitterness of herbs like Motherwort while enhancing overall calming qualities.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Calm Lotus","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43787971002471,"sku":null,"price":25.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0658\/0617\/2263\/files\/Iamvenustisane.jpg?v=1779588240","url":"https:\/\/thecalmlotus.co.nz\/products\/i-am-venus-tisane","provider":"The Calm Lotus","version":"1.0","type":"link"}