HEAVY FLOW TEA

About Formula

Heavy Flow Tea, also known as Excess Bleeding Tea, is formulated for women experiencing unusually heavy menstrual flow. According to traditional herbal use, this blend helps slow excessive bleeding, support proper uterine tone, and ease discomfort during heavy cycles.

This formula uses a focused combination of uterine tonics, astringent herbs, and cramp-easing herbs. Raspberry Leaf supports uterine tone, Shepherd’s Purse and Yarrow are traditionally used to help reduce excessive bleeding, Cramp Bark helps relax uterine tension, and White Peony Root supports a more regulated and moderate menstrual flow.

HerbMan note: When flow is heavy, the formula has to be direct: astringent herbs, uterine support, and cramp-easing herbs.

This tea is especially useful for:
– Heavy or flooding menstrual flow
– Periods with excessive bleeding
– Short-term support during the heaviest days
– Supporting uterine tone before the cycle begins
– Reducing discomfort associated with heavy flow
– Women who need targeted cycle support rather than a daily general tonic

This tea is best used short-term, either starting a few days before the cycle or during the heaviest days of menstruation.

About Herbs

Raspberry Leaf (Rubus idaeus) – A classic uterine tonic traditionally used to strengthen and tone uterine tissue, helping the uterus function more efficiently during the menstrual cycle.

Shepherd’s Purse (Capsella bursa-pastoris) – One of the most well-known herbs traditionally used to help reduce excessive bleeding and support normal menstrual flow. It is a key herb in this formula.

Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) – A strong astringent herb traditionally used to support healthy circulation and help control excessive bleeding. Yarrow adds focused support for heavy-flow patterns.

Cramp Bark (Viburnum opulus) – Traditionally used to relax uterine tension and ease cramping, especially during heavy and uncomfortable cycles.

White Peony Root (Paeonia lactiflora) – Traditionally used to help regulate and moderate menstrual flow while supporting overall female reproductive health.

HerbMan note: Shepherd’s Purse and Yarrow are the stronger astringents; Raspberry Leaf, White Peony, and Cramp Bark support the uterus.

Together, these herbs create a focused women’s blend designed to support heavy menstrual flow by combining uterine tonics, astringent herbs, and soothing herbs for cycle comfort.

How to Take

Use 1–2 teaspoons of loose-leaf tea per cup.

Hot tea instructions:
– Add the tea to a cup, tea strainer, or infuser
– Pour boiling water over the herbs
– Cover and steep for at least 15–20 minutes or longer for a stronger brew
– Strain before drinking if desired
– Drink warm or at room temperature

Suggested use: Drink 2–3 cups daily during the heaviest days or as needed for short-term support.

Timing:
– Start 2–4 days before the expected cycle
– Continue during the heavy days of menstruation
– May also be used when bleeding is already heavy

HerbMan note: Best started before heavy flow begins, but it can also be used once the cycle is already heavy.

This is a short-term support tea and is not typically used as a daily long-term formula.

Tips & Notes

During heavy cycles, avoid hot spices and strongly heating foods, especially chili pepper, garlic, too much onion, and too much ginger. It is also wise to avoid strongly stimulating or blood-thinning herbs and foods if bleeding is already excessive.

Focus on warm, simple, cooked meals that are not too spicy. Favor nourishing foods, adequate rest, and a calmer routine during the heaviest days. Avoid alcohol, iced drinks, heavily processed foods, and anything that seems to aggravate the flow.

HerbMan note: Heavy flow calls for a calmer, stabilizing approach — not hot spices, alcohol, or stimulating herbs.

This tea may be paired with Female Balance Tea for broader hormone and cycle support, especially when heavy flow is part of a larger female hormone imbalance pattern. It may also be combined with Female Health Formula, PMS Tea, or Hot Flash Tea when additional support is needed.

For ongoing, repeated, or more complicated heavy-flow patterns, personalized guidance may be needed to identify the deeper cause and select the best formula combination.

Quality Note: The herbal teas of Herb Man Teas are formulated, proportioned, and sourced by Khabir Southwick, HerbMan, based on decades of hands-on herbal experience. He uses only organic and wildcrafted herbs, fruits, flowers, and botanicals, sourced from preferred suppliers worldwide. Each tea is made with large portions of key ingredients, fresh production, and no warehouse storage, with quality chosen regardless of the cost to provide the freshest and highest-quality tea possible.

Scheduling an Appointment with Khabir

For questions or personalized recommendations, schedule an appointment with Khabir Southwick at KhabirsHealthConsulting.com or contact his office at 888-611-0878.