What Are the Benefits of Alpine Plants for Your Well-Being?
Do you know all the secrets of our alpine plants and flowers? Renowned for their aromas, they are also celebrated for their numerous health benefits. It’s no surprise that they have been used for centuries for their virtues. Explore the properties of some alpine plants and learn more about our raw materials !
1. Improving Digestion
Infusions made from alpine plants are often consumed after meals, and it’s not by chance. The plants used in these infusions are known for their digestive properties. After a hearty meal, they can be beneficial in preventing feelings of heaviness.
Here are the plants we use to aid digestion:
- Wild mint enhances the digestive system’s well-being and soothes mild discomfort such as bloating.
- Génépi facilitates digestion.
- Fennel supports digestion.
- Lemon balm may help reduce problems related to gastric acidity.
- Sage contributes to digestive comfort.
Treat yourself to our Wild Mint, Génépi, Fennel infusions to enjoy these benefits.
2. Detoxification and Toxin Elimination from the Liver, Kidneys, and Skin
Detoxifying the body is essential for eliminating toxins accumulated from our diet, pollution, or stress. When these substances build up, they can impair the proper functioning of organs like the liver and kidneys, contributing to fatigue.
The following plants are known for their detoxifying properties:
- Elderflower is recognized for promoting the body’s elimination functions and supporting kidney water excretion.
- Wild pansy, rich in mucilage and flavonoids, benefits skin health, improves its appearance, aids the digestive system, and promotes blood circulation.
- Meadowsweet is diuretic and purifying, helping the body eliminate waste and combat water retention.
- Ginger offers significant antioxidant properties.
3. Fighting Winter Ailments, Colds, and Soothing the Throat
Winter brings its share of illnesses and discomforts. Coughs, flu, and viruses—mountain plants can be allies in soothing respiratory passages and boosting natural defenses. Discover the most effective plants and flowers :
- Elderflower supports the body’s natural immunity.
- Meadowsweet stimulates your immunity.
- Thyme relieves respiratory passages and is a powerful immune system ally, acting as a shield against winter ailments.
- Mallow and coltsfoot, rich in mucilage, soothe the throat and voice.
Good to know : Drinking warm beverages hydrates an irritated throat and relaxes throat muscles, reducing inflammation and irritation that can cause coughing. That’s why we created the Honey, Thyme & Mallow infusion, available in-store and online. This infusion is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding women.
4. Pain-Relieving Properties
Plants can also alleviate pain thanks to their natural pain-reducing properties. Here are some ailments that can be eased with plants :
- Headaches : Meadowsweet can help reduce pain.
- Menstrual pain : Raspberry and sage are known to ease uterine contractions causing discomfort.
- Joint pain : For minor joint pain, meadowsweet can lessen intensity.
5. Natural Relaxants
If you need to unwind after a stressful day or have trouble sleeping, some infusions are renowned for their relaxing properties, such as :
- Verbena, lemon balm, and linden, which promote better sleep.
- Sage, known for combating nervous tension, fatigue, and irritability.
Alpine plant-based beverages are not just a gustatory delight—they can also provide numerous physical well-being benefits. You can enjoy both, always in moderation !
*This article is not intended as a promotion or encouragement to consume alcohol. It aims solely to inform you about the many virtues of our raw materials: mountain flowers and plants. Although we use them to produce spirits, we remind you that excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health and should be enjoyed responsibly. *