(Hyssopus officinalis)
Hyssop has been used for millennia as a holy herb, consecrated for cleaning holy places.
Hyssop is an evergreen, bushy perennial native to southern Europe. A member of the mint family, Hyssopus officinalis can be used sparingly as a spice or macerated as a unique flavor to liqueurs. The plant has a long history of folklore in ancient Europe and was often hung in homes for protection.
Hyssop herb is also typically made into a syrup or steeped and enjoyed as an infusion of hyssop tea. Used in herbal medicine to move excesses of fluids or phlegm. It’s one of my favorite herbs to put in a tea when I have a cold.
Japanese research published suggests that hyssop teas can help lower the sharp increase in blood sugars after eating, common to people who have or who are at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
Not recommended while pregnant.
1 oz dried herb
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