caraway tea to soothe colic
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Colic, believed to be caused by intestinal spasms, can be a very painful, distressing condition. Although common in infants and young children, colic can also be experienced by adults. For infants who are breastfed, a dietary change by mothers, elimating foods such as garlic, onions and cabbage from their own diet, will often be sufficient. For children and adults experiencing colic, a caraway tea infusion helps to reduce spasms, and ease pain and discomfort. Caraway seeds are commonly available in food shops and markets, and as a digestive aid, are a good ingredient to keep on hand for a variety of stomach ailments. For more information on the culinary, medicinal, and skin care uses of caraway, read our Uses of Caraway page.
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Ingredients
1 teaspoon dried caraway seeds
1 cup / 235ml just boiled water
1 cup / 235ml just boiled water
method
As with other herbal tea infusions, making a caraway tea is quick and simple.
Herbal teas such as Chamomile, Fennel, Licorice and Lemon Balm can also be beneficial in helping to treat the symptoms of colic. 150 ml of the herbal tea may be given no more than 3 (three) times a day.
- Place 1 teaspoon caraway seeds in a small tea pot or mug. Pour the just boiled water over the seeds, taking care as the water will be very hot.
- Cover with a lid, and steep for 10 minutes.
- Once cooled, strain the mixture and drink just before or after food. Infants and young children may be given the caraway tea by spoonful.
Herbal teas such as Chamomile, Fennel, Licorice and Lemon Balm can also be beneficial in helping to treat the symptoms of colic. 150 ml of the herbal tea may be given no more than 3 (three) times a day.
Important consideration & cautions:
Although botanicals (herbs, spices, plants) are considered safe for most people when used in cooking or in small amounts, inappropriate use of some of these botanicals could be dangerous. The content on this site shares our own personal use of botanical ingredients, is for information only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Prior to using any botanicals in recipes or remedies, you should always do your own research, and consult with a medical professional, your GP, or a qualified herbalist.
Although botanicals (herbs, spices, plants) are considered safe for most people when used in cooking or in small amounts, inappropriate use of some of these botanicals could be dangerous. The content on this site shares our own personal use of botanical ingredients, is for information only, and should not be taken as medical advice. Prior to using any botanicals in recipes or remedies, you should always do your own research, and consult with a medical professional, your GP, or a qualified herbalist.