Oats, Milky Head (Dried)
Oats ( Milky Head) (Avena sativa)
Andrea and Matthias feel all the energy and properties that you need from Oats is in the Milky Head, this is why we only harvest the tops with no stems.
The medicine of Milky Oat is earthy and deeply beneficial for calming, fortifying, revitalizing, and nourishing the body.
Oat Tea is excellent for settling nerves and allowing the body to "take a deep breath" when life feels overwhelming due to stress or too many issues happening at once.
Drinking Oats over an extended period is highly beneficial. It promotes relaxation without causing drowsiness and helps restore vitality, allowing one to see the world anew.
Oats are incredibly nourishing for anyone who is overworked, traumatized, or feeling rejected.
They are also very beneficial for people withdrawing from addictions (e.g., soda, cocaine, cigarettes, opioids, excessive news consumption).
Unlike many other nervous (nervine) system herbs, milky Oats typically do not induce sleepiness or fatigue.
Oats tea has a high mineral content, especially silica, which is very beneficial for nail and hair growth.
Milky oats are the unripe seed heads of the same grass species that produces oatmeal.
Integrating Milky Oats for Wellness
Milky Oats can be easily incorporated into your daily rituals for relaxation and stress relief, as well as providing an engaging gardening experience.
Stress-Relieving Bath Soak
Enhance your bath ritual by combining a handful of dried milky Oats with Epsom salts for a calming, stress-melting soak.
Consider adding other soothing herbs like Lavender (Lavandula spp.), Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla), Rose (Rosa spp.), or Calendula (Calendula officinalis) for an added aromatic effect.
Calming Evening Elixir
Incorporate milky oats into your bedtime routine to help you wind down.
Mix a few drops of Milky Oats tincture into warm water or herbal tea for a simple, soothing elixir.
Mindful Practice & Reflection
Deepen your mindfulness practices with milky oats.
Use a milky Oats-infused eye pillow during meditation.
Enjoy a cup of Oat tea while practicing deep breathing.
Combine your tea time with journaling: sketch the plant, note its flavor, and record how the herb makes you feel, including any bodily sensations or thoughts that arise.
