Hops is very useful in easing nervous tension and anxiety. It relaxes the nervous system and can aid sleep and combines nicely with the herb Valerian. Hops contains bitter principles so it is useful in cases of poor digestion and mucous colitis. Hops is a relative of cannabis and is one of the principal ingredients used to flavour beer. May also be smoked as a relaxing alternative.
Contents: Hops (Humulus lupulus) flowers
Preparation: 1-2 tsp per cup. Steep covered for 10 min- utes. Drink 2-3 times daily.
Other Names: Humulus lupulus
Grown in: Germany
Organic Status: Australian certified before repackaging
Plant Parts: Flowers
Packaging: Home compostable, reusable zip lock pouch
Vegan Friendly
- Avoid use in oestrogen-sensitive cancers
- Caution in people with marked depression.
For specific herb contraindications, see our detailed herb information site.
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