Solutions

Herbs and teas for digestion

Bloating, heartburn, heaviness after a meal, constipation: the complaints people were asking about at Stična in Ašič's own day. Father Simon Ašič wrote down several tea blends and bitters for them, and we still make those to the original recipes.

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The Ašič approach

Which herbs, and why

Ašič's digestive blends rest on bitters and on plants rich in essential oils. Bitter plants such as centaury and gentian were traditionally taken in folk herbalism before a meal, and aromatic ones such as camomile, mint and fennel after it.

That is why these blends almost always combine the two. The exact proportion is printed on every bag and listed in the composition of every product, together with the Latin names of the plants.

Products for this concern

What we have

0 products in the Digestion group, to Ašič's recipes. Prices are final and include VAT.

How to use them

Practical, no promises

To brew, pour a cup of boiling water over one or two teaspoons of the blend, cover, leave to stand for ten minutes and strain. Exact instructions come with each product, as the blends differ.

Bitters are traditionally taken before a meal, and teas with mint and camomile after it. These products are no substitute for a varied diet and a healthy way of life, nor for treatment with prescribed medicines.

If the complaint lasts, returns or worsens, see a doctor. Ask a doctor or a pharmacist about use during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions

What people ask about Digestion

Which tea helps with bloating?

For bloating people most often reach for blends with fennel, caraway, anise and mint, which folk tradition used after a meal. Which of our blends suits you best is something the pharmacist can tell you fastest, by telephone.

How are the bitters prepared?

The bitters are already an extract, so there is nothing to brew. The dose and the way to take them are on the pack and with the product; traditionally they are taken before a meal, diluted in a little water.

How long can I drink the tea?

Herbal teas are not drunk without a break for months on end. They are traditionally used for shorter periods, with breaks in between. If the trouble does not pass, see a doctor.

What helps with heartburn?

For heartburn people often choose mild blends without strong bitters. As heartburn can come from several different causes, we suggest you ring the pharmacist or ask a doctor before choosing.

Can I drink the tea while taking medicines?

Using our products is no substitute for treatment with prescribed medicines. If you take medicines, ask your doctor or pharmacist before use.

Which blend is the right one for me?

If you are unsure, ring us. Tell us what is troubling you and the pharmacist will tell you what is traditionally used for it. If none of the blends fits, we make one to order.

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