You thought Catnip (Nepeta cataria) was just for cats? Wrong!Nepetalactone is an active ingredient in Catnip that has a calming and relaxing effect on animals of the human species too. Can ease anxiety and have a calming effect on the stomach.Catnip is also known to have anti-inflammatory properties and has been used to treat arthritis and hemorrhoids.For more information on Catnip please see our article here. pesticide free China Catnip Tea Benefits A herb with very interesting benefits and properties... Anti-inflammatory properties can help arthritis and hemorrhoids Relaxing and calming Can aid stomach digestive problems How to make Catnip Tea Add around 1 1/2 teaspoons to strainer in hot water. Steep for 3-4 minutes with the cup covered. Cautionary Taken in large amounts such as 5 cups a day can cause headaches and nausea.