{"product_id":"gentle-mother-s-strength","title":"GENTLE MOTHER’S STRENGTH","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHerbal Tea Blend – 102 g\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLemon Balm | Peppermint | Elderflower\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eGentle Mother’s Strength is a mild, aromatic herbal blend created for those who appreciate soft flavours and a gentle herbal profile. It combines \u003cb\u003elemon balm (Melissa officinalis)\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003epeppermint (Mentha × piperita)\u003c\/b\u003e and \u003cb\u003eelderflower (Sambucus nigra)\u003c\/b\u003e—botanicals long used in traditional European herbal infusions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis blend is often chosen by people who prefer delicate herbal teas, including during periods when someone may wish to keep their herbal routine especially gentle—\u003cb\u003ealso during pregnancy or breastfeeding\u003c\/b\u003e. The carefully selected proportions create a balanced infusion: fresh and lightly minty on one side, and soft, floral and soothing in taste on the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProperties of the ingredients\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e Lemon balm (Melissa officinalis)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLemon balm leaves contain naturally occurring plant compounds including essential oil (typically in small amounts), polyphenols (including phenolic acids), flavonoids and tannins. In herbal literature, lemon balm is traditionally associated with infusions used to support \u003cb\u003ecalmness and comfort during times of tension\u003c\/b\u003e, and it is also valued in blends taken “after meals” due to its classic use in the area of \u003cb\u003edigestive comfort\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e Peppermint (Mentha × piperita)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePeppermint leaves are known for their essential oil content, with menthol often considered a characteristic component, as well as for the presence of tannins and flavonoids. In herbal sources, peppermint is traditionally described as a botanical used in infusions supporting \u003cb\u003edigestive comfort\u003c\/b\u003e, especially in blends enjoyed after heavier meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003ePeppermint also brings a distinctive fresh aroma and a clean, bright taste that is widely appreciated in herbal teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e🌿\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003e Elderflower (Sambucus nigra)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eElderflowers contain naturally occurring flavonoids, essential oils, organic acids and plant mucilage. In traditional herbal practice, elderflower is described as an ingredient of infusions associated with \u003cb\u003ediaphoretic (sweat-supporting) traditions\u003c\/b\u003e, and it is also used in blends supporting the body’s \u003cb\u003enatural cleansing processes\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eElderflower gives the infusion a soft, slightly honeyed floral note and rounds out the overall flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eSource:\u003cbr\u003eA. Ożarowski, W. Jaroniewski – \u003ci\u003eMedicinal Plants and Their Practical Application\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy these herbs complement each other\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis blend works like three layers in one cup:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLemon balm\u003c\/b\u003e creates a soft herbal base and is traditionally linked with calmness and end-of-day comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePeppermint\u003c\/b\u003e brings freshness and the classic “after-meal” direction, often found in blends for digestive comfort.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eElderflower\u003c\/b\u003e adds a gentle floral character and a traditional seasonal herbal context.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eIn taste, the blend is both mild and expressive: lemon balm softens the profile, peppermint brightens it, and elderflower adds a smooth floral finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNaturally occurring plant compounds in the blend\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThe botanicals in this blend naturally contain a wide range of plant compounds described in herbal literature, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eessential oils\u003c\/b\u003e (especially characteristic of peppermint)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eflavonoids\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eorganic acids\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003etannins\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eplant mucilage\u003c\/b\u003e (present in elderflowers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs with most plant raw materials, these herbs may also naturally contain \u003cb\u003eplant-derived minerals and trace elements\u003c\/b\u003e (their levels vary depending on the harvest, soil conditions and drying). In practice, herbal raw materials may provide small amounts of \u003cb\u003etrace minerals\u003c\/b\u003e such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003epotassium\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003emagnesium\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003emanganese\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003ePractical note: mineral content in herbs is naturally variable and is not standardised in the same way as dedicated mineral supplements.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey phytochemicals in this blend\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis herbal blend naturally contains a variety of plant compounds commonly described in herbal literature, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"ul1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003erosmarinic acid\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ecitral\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003egeraniol\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ementhol\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ementhone\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eapigenin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eluteolin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003equercetin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003erutin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ephenolic acids\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003epolyphenols\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"li1\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eessential oils\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThese compounds occur naturally in the botanical ingredients and contribute to the characteristic aromatic and phytochemical profile of the blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eIngredients\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eLemon Balm – 34 g\u003cbr\u003ePeppermint – 34 g\u003cbr\u003eElderflower – 34 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eNet weight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e102 g\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreparation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAdd 1–2 teaspoons of the blend to hot water and steep covered for approximately 10–15 minutes. Strain before drinking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eProduct information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePlant product intended for the preparation of a herbal infusion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWarnings\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eDo not exceed the recommended daily intake.\u003cbr\u003eThis product should not be used as a substitute for a varied diet.\u003cbr\u003eA varied diet and a healthy lifestyle are important for the proper functioning of the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eKeep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eDo not use if you are hypersensitive to any of the ingredients.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eIf you are pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication, consult a healthcare professional before use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eInformation\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eThe content provided is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tranquil Body","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56842118267257,"sku":null,"price":14.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0595\/8316\/8700\/files\/GENTLEMOTHER_SSTRENGTH.png?v=1773355863","url":"https:\/\/vikingshopsuple.co.uk\/pl\/products\/gentle-mother-s-strength","provider":"Vikingshopsuple","version":"1.0","type":"link"}