FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I take my tea? 
Add 1 heaped teaspoon of herbs to your favourite tea infuser. Add boiling water, cover and leave to steep for up to 10 minutes. 

For acute conditions drink 3-6 cups per day.

Tip - add honey or a squeeze of lemon juice to your tea to taste. 

What is a tincture?  
A tincture is a high concentration of herbal extract made by soaking plant parts in alcohol over a period of time, before filtering out the plant material leaving a potent liquid. The alcohol pulls out the active ingredients within the plant. They’re minimally processed and thought to be the quickest and most effective way to get the herbs in to your system. Tinctures are usually taken sublingually (under the tongue) which therefore bypasses the digestive system and skips out filtration from the liver. 

I don’t take alcohol in any form, are tinctures still safe for me to use? 
Yes! The amount of tincture you use is roughly equivalent to the same amount of alcohol that is in a ripe piece of fruit! 

How do I take my tincture?
Simply drop the liquid under your tongue and hold for 10-20 seconds, then swallow the excess. 

I always advise to take your herbs intuitively. If you feel like you need it, take it, if you feel like you need more, take more, watch and listen to how your body responds.

As a rough guide…   
For maintenance follow the instructions on the bottle. For acute conditions take up 1-2 droppers full 3-6 times daily. 
For children simply half the dosage and add to hot water.  
Adding to hot water can evaporate the alcohol by a further 20%, your child will still receive the benefits of the herbs, but the alcohol will be further diluted. 

Will the product react with my medication?
That depends entirely on what herbs you intend to take and what medication you’re taking. If you’re unsure, please fill out the contact form to discuss things further. Please also always consult with your medical health provider before starting any herbal medicine.

How do I order a bespoke tea? 
If you’d like any bespoke product please fill out a contact form with as much detail as possible, including symptoms, a brief lifestyle and diet history and any medications you currently take. I’m more than happy to have a chat and adapt products to suit your needs. 

How long does it take for the herbs to work? 
How long is a piece of string? Herbal medicine has been used for thousands of years, way before pharmaceutical medications were invented. Sadly, due to the increased build up of toxins so many of us are exposed to daily through genetically modified foods, chemicalised water and polluted environments, it can take a while for you to really see the benefits. But ultimately it depends on you. It depends on your lifestyle, how active you are, what you eat and drink etc etc… every one is different. 

How soon will I receive my order? 
Please allow a maximum of 72 hours to process your order before it is posted. Please bear in mind that all loose leaf tea and Bespoke Dog Herbs are hand blended and made to order to ensure you receive a high quality product. 

Are the herbs safe?
That all depends on what you deem as safe, that may differ from what I would deem as safe for myself. A motorcyclist obviously believes they have a level of safety when riding their motorcycle, however someone who has never used a motorcycle before may think it's completely dangerous? I always encourage you to do your own research and take autonomy of your own health.