Have you tried Mediterranean Cistus herb yet? Cistus incanus is one of the world’s healthiest herbal teas.
Cistus herb is our most popular herbal, and it’s a perennial global favorite for the broad range of support it provides to overall health and wellness.
Cistus incanus is an all-natural herb. Linden Botanicals sells Cistus incanus as an herbal loose tea and as an herbal supplement (extract). Here are five reasons why it’s a powerhouse:
- Its well-studied antibacterial, antiviral, and biofilm-breaking properties have been shown to ameliorate cold and flu symptoms.
- Drinking this delightful tea can help repel mosquitoes and ticks, making it an excellent natural alternative to DEET.
- It has well-documented antimicrobial, anti-fungal, anti-inflammatory, adaptogenic, and antioxidant properties.
- It provides great eczema, psoriasis, and acne support.
- It makes a refreshing and soothing mouthwash.
The Science Behind Cistus Herb
Cistus incanus has strong health-promoting properties through its antioxidant, immunomodulatory, bacteriostatic, and anti-fungal activities.
Cistus incanus offers scientifically proven immune support and relief of cold and flu symptoms. It may modulate the immune system and inhibit the multiplication of viruses, which may help to alleviate cold and influenza.
Cistus incanus contains polyphenols that may destroy free radicals, inhibit the formation and development of inflammation in the body, and have a preventive effect on cardiovascular diseases. Through bioflavonoids, it works synergistically with vitamin C, enhancing its action, and it also protects the mucous membrane of the stomach to help prevent the formation of ulcers.
In addition, many people use all-natural Mediterranean Cistus incanus tea externally to address issues with eczema, psoriasis, acne, and maskne and to cleanse and support the healing of their skin. Simply brew the tea, let the tea cool, and then apply it to your skin. As a bonus, it makes an amazing mouthwash that leaves your mouth feeling fresh and clean. (And it can help soothe toothaches — one member of our team swishes with Cistus regularly to help deal with chronic tooth pain.)
Numerous scientific articles discuss the use of Cistus incanus to treat patients with infections of the upper respiratory tract. It’s currently being researched for potential benefits in the treatment of coronaviruses. Our Cistus incanus FAQ is a comprehensive source of information for starters. But don’t take our word for it. This is your health we’re talking about. Do your homework.
All the Benefits of Green Tea – and Then Some
Looking for all the benefits of green tea without the caffeine jitters? Try Cistus incanus.
Cistus herb is rich in polyphenols, including catechins and ellagitannins. These powerful compounds have caught the attention of scientists, who recognize Cistus incanus as a valuable source of polyphenols that can do wonders for your health.
Cardiometabolic Superpowers: Scientific studies have underscored the impressive cardiometabolic benefits of Cistus tea. Its unique bioactive components contribute to maintaining healthy lipid metabolism and blood sugar levels, giving your heart and metabolism the love they deserve. If you’re looking to optimize your cardiometabolic well-being, Cistus might well be your ideal tea.
Bye-Bye, Caffeine Jitters: Guess what? Unlike green tea, Cistus tea is naturally caffeine-free! That means you can enjoy its health-boosting goodness without the jitters that often accompany caffeinated beverages. Sip on Cistus tea to experience a sense of calm and balance, all while taking care of your health.
Why Linden Botanicals?
High-quality Cistus incanus is in high demand and short supply. First and foremost, it’s important to source wild-flowering plants that grow in their native Mediterranean soil and climate. Terroir (land, sun, and rain) matters.
Plants growing in arid Mediterranean ecosystems endure multiple stressors and harsh conditions, such as drought, high sun exposure, and high temperatures. Mediterranean plants produce high levels of polyphenols to protect themselves against these stressors.
Cistus herb has also developed a symbiotic relationship with root fungi, which help the root system absorb water and minerals so the host plant can thrive.
It can be difficult to identify a reputable, reliable source of Cistus tea. Linden Botanicals’ Cistus incanus is grown in its natural Mediterranean habitat and collected at the height of potency. Our Cistus has the full spectrum of bioactives expected from high-quality Cistus. And we sell it at a fair price.
Cistus incanus from Linden Botanicals is sourced from Crete, the ancestral home of Cistus. Our Cistus is wild grown and responsibly collected from the island’s mountainous regions. The sun, soil, and weather of Crete produce high-quality Cistus. It’s naturally harvested from the buds, flowers, leaves, and stems. There are no chemicals used in its production — that means no pesticides, heavy metals, fertilizers, or herbicides.
Our Cistus tea is cut and prepared to ensure the highest quality, most available polyphenol content. It offers better availability of phytonutrients and higher potency than the whole-leaf cuts many other suppliers sell. We also pay a premium for the raw material. Doing so allows us to secure a high-quality product and maintain our philosophy of supporting a non-violent economy.
For each of the products we sell, company founder Michael Van der Linden and members of our team read hundreds of scientific articles, travel the world to visit possible sources, and meet with both the collectors and processors personally. We back up our faith in our source and our processors with testing.
Three Rules of Cistus
Ready to buy Cistus herb? Here are three handy rules to follow:
- Buy from a reputable supplier who sells high-quality Mediterranean Cistus incanus at a fair price. Don’t accept imitators – low-cost herbal teas that were harvested who knows when and are sourced from undisclosed locations and unproven distributors. Low-cost Cistus tea is cheap for a reason.
- Don’t buy (or buy into) “magically potent” Cistus sourced from the “world’s best supplier” in a fantasy land where it has been “proven” that the world’s “best Cistus herb” grows.
- Don’t choose tinctures and capsules over fresh Mediterranean loose-cut tea. You end up paying an extremely high premium for small, ineffective amounts of the Cistus tea you should instead be drinking.
Try Cistus Herb Today
Cistus incanus makes a pleasant-tasting, uncaffeinated loose tea with a mild, floral flavor. Because of its potential healing properties and taste, members of our team drink it almost every day.
We love it. Our customers love it. And we think you’ll love it, too.