"Men are the givers and women are the receivers."

The use of this tea will vary based on the reasons of you consuming it. If you have fibroids or cysts you will consume it everyday for 1-3 months to remove the lesion. If you are taking it to assist in monthly cycles, take this tea 1-2 weeks daily, prior to you menstral.

Instructions:

Bring natural spring water to a boil, then place leaves into the boiling water. (Make sure the water turns a DEEP blue color. The more water you have, the more leaves you will use.) Let it boil for 5 minutes, let it cool, then drink. Be sure to consume the leaves. If your heart desires, add lemon or key lime and the color of the tea will turn purple. The tea doesn't really have a taste, but you may add honey. 

Note: You can make a large pot full and store in the fridge for daily consumption. Before storage in the fridge, consume all of the leaves to avoid leaves becoming soggy. 

On the Go?

In a room temperature spring water bottle, drop 8 leaves in, shake then let sit for 30 minutes at least. Wait till the water turns a deep blue color, then consume. If the water is not consumed within 3-6 days, it will sour. Room temperature water is best for the body. 

Read the Benefits below.

Benefits of Butterfly Pea Leaf

(Clitoria Ternatea)

Improves eyesight - it contains an antioxidant called proanthocyanidin, which increases blood flow to the capillaries of the eyes, useful in treatment of glaucoma, blurred vision, retinal damage or tired eyes.

Hair growth - it is rich in bioflavonoids, Butterfly Pea can promote hair growth and reduce greying of hair. 

Improves skin health - Butterfly Pea's antioxidants stimulate collagen and elastin synthesis, which helps rejuvenate the skin and lessen wrinkles and other signs of ageing.

Aphrodisiac - it has been traditionally used as an aphrodisiac particularly for women and used to treat menstruation problems or white vaginal discharge (leucorrhoea).

Antioxidant Flavonoids - anthocyanins and phenolic compounds in Butterfly Pea flowers activate antioxidant activity, which helps decrease oxidative stress caused by disease causing and ageing free radicals.

Nootropic - Butterfly Pea has been shown to enhance cognitive function and boost brain function.

Diuretic - Butterfly Pea promotes normal urination, which in turn lowers blood pressure.AnalgesicClitoria Ternatea has been used traditionally as a local anaesthetic as it has been shown to help relieve pain and swelling.

Anxiolyhic - Butterfly Pea has a calming effect on the body, reducing stress and anxiety.

Anti-inflammatory - The deep indigo flowers contain flavonoids. Found in almost all fruits and vegetables, flavonoids are powerful antioxidants with anti-inflammatory and immune system benefits.

Anti-Asthmatic - It is used in common cold, cough & asthma as it acts as an expectorant and reduces the irritation of respiratory organs.

Anti-anxiety and depression - Indications are that high doses of Butterfly Pea may be adaptogenic - helping the body deal with stressors.

Anti-diabetic - Butterfly Pea has shown to inhibit glucose intake from the diet.

Anti-HIV - Butterfly Pea is one of the few herbs to contain cyclotides, which have exhibited anti-HIV effects in studies.

Anti-cancer and anti-tumor - Clitoria Ternatea's cyclotides can cause cancer cell death by disrupting cell membrane integrity.

Anti-microbial - In several Indian studies, Butterfly Pea exhibited significant anti-microbial effects against Staphylococcus Aureus.

Anti-convulsant - Butterfly Pea has been shown to help reduce the severity and stress on the body from convulsions useful in treating epilepsy.

Anti-pyretic - Clitoria Ternatea can help reduce fever by dilating the blood vessels right beneath the skin, whereby air can cool the blood easier.