8. Horsetail Tea

Horsetail is a thin plant with the appearance of a horse’s tail. The herb fights inflammation eradicates toxins and bacteria in the urinary tract and acts as a natural diuretic.
To make tea:
- Place 1 tablespoon of dried horsetail and1 teaspoon of dried dandelion in a strainer. Place the strainer in a tall empty cup.
- Add boiling water, cover and allow it to steep for ten minutes.
- Add honey to taste. Drink twice daily.
9. Dandelion

While dandelions are considered the bane of a gardener’s existence, their roots are packed with vitamins and nutrients and have excellent healing properties.
This ‘weed-like superfood’ has the ability to clear the kidneys of waste, salt, and excess water by increasing urine production.
How to steep it:
- Add two teaspoons of dandelion root to a cup of boiling water.
- Steep for about ten minutes and cool before drinking.
- Drink regularly throughout the day until your symptoms begin to improve.
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