Pine needles has a wide range of health benefits. Pine needles are beneficial because a component called Suramin. Suramin is a derivative of oils in the pine needles. Research published in the journal of Food an Chemical Toxicology cited a water extract (tea) from pine needles showed high levels of antioxidants and DNA- protective properties. Suramin decrease the activity of a large number of enzymes involved in DNA and RNA synthesis. Suramin also showed inhibitory effect against components of the coagulation cascade known as thrombocytopenia (blood clots).
Benefits of Pine Needles: Pine Needle Tea is antioxidant, antidepressant, antibacterial, antiviral, antitumor, anti-inflammatory, immune systems-boosting, cardiovascular-protecting, triglyceride-reducing. Pine Needle Tea also kills parasites and helps with Autism.
Caution: The Pine Needles you are receiving as from Eastern white pine tree which is safe to drink. Never drink pine needles from a Ponderosa pin, Balsam Fir, Lodgepole, English Yew, Norfolk Island Pine, Yew Pine or Monterey Pine, these are very toxic and should be avoided. Always check the source of Pine Needles that you are receiving.
Contraindications: Pregnancy- the USDA cautioned against the ingestion of Ponderosa Pine Needles, given the toxicity of some pine needles species, its best to avoid drinking this tea if you are pregnant.
How to Use: Place pine needles in a teacup and cover with freshly boiled water, allow to steep 10-15 minutes until the needles sink to the bottom of the cup, strain and enjoy. Drink several cups of tea, cold or hot 1-2 times a day. Add raw honey if preferred. DO NOT BOIL IN A POT! boiling tends to break down the vitamin c and release terpenes that make tea taste bitter. If you want a stronger tea simply add more needles rather than increasing the heat.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.