In England tonics are considered restorative, bracing, invigorating. They are used as medicinal and or daily support agents to strengthen and invigorate; something that restores and refreshes.
LEGENDARY TONICS OF GREEK MEDICINE
Greek Medicine places a high priority on strengthening constitutional vitality and resistance to disease. And so, tonics play an important and valued role in Greek Medicine. Certain of these tonics became truly legendary for their awesome healing and restorative powers. You could call them the Natural Wonders of the Ancient World.