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Six (6) teas I always have in my pantry ☕ 🍵
Cosette
June 16, 2020
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Hello everyone!
As I told you in my
previous post: Effective ways to treat cellulite, I don't like the smell of coffee. As a matter of fact, I
never drank a sip of coffee in my life! Conversely, I do love teas; I try
to drink 3 to 4 cups a day. But which teas or tisanes you might ask - there are so
many to choose from.
True teas come from the
Camellia sinensis plant, while a herbal
infusion, or tisane is any plant-derived drink other than
true tea. From berry blends to green tea to Earl Grey,
the many versions of chai, black, breakfast, and whatever else. There are so many options.
Healthy teas are
nothing new to the world, but culturally, many of us have forgotten how to use
them. Irrespective of how we feel about holistic
medicine, the power of tea is undeniable.
Green
Let me start with one of the most
well-known teas. Essentially, green tea
provides an overall health boost,
which is what makes it so popular. Full
of powerful antioxidants, it strengthens our immune system, preventing
and inhibiting health problems. Green tea has a range of possible health
benefits. It can help us feel better,
lose weight, and lower our risk of
chronic diseases! You may want to
consider making green tea a regular part of your life.
Peppermint
Again, this tea is
nothing unusual for tea drinkers. While the refreshing taste is a worthy enough
reason, peppermint tea offers other benefits worth noting, such as fresher breath,
better digestion, and reduced pain
from headaches. It can also calm nausea. Peppermint tea also has antibacterial properties.
Rooibos
Rooibos tea is also known as red tea or red
bush tea. Rooibos is a herbal tea and is
not related to green or black tea. Because
rooibos tea is naturally caffeine-free, it's an excellent alternative to black
or green tea. Rooibos also has lower
tannin levels than regular black or green tea.
It is full
of powerful antioxidants, which may offer health benefits. It’s praised for general immune boosting but has also gathered particular attention
for its anti-ageing properties.
When applied topically, it can help with skin concerns such as
acne and eczema. Due to high levels of
the antioxidant glutathione, rooibos is also great for body detoxification. This is my favourite tea!
Chamomile
Chamomile is another very popular herbal tea. It’s the perfect night-time beverage; it has
been used as a traditional medicine for thousands of years to calm anxiety and settle stomachs. Chamomile
contains amino acids that relax the body and relieve stress. Several studies have also linked chamomile tea
to reduced severity of menstrual cramps.
Fennel
Originally native to the Mediterranean, it
grows all over the world and has been used for centuries as a
medicinal plant. According to herbalists, the fennel seed is an effective aid to digestion. It can help the smooth muscles of the
gastrointestinal system relax and reduce gas, bloating, and stomach cramps. The anti-inflammatory
properties in fennel can
help relax the muscles in the uterus relieving cramps and
discomfort during menstruation. Since
fennel can relax your muscles you may feel more ready for bed after drinking
it. Ancient remedies called for the use
of fennel to treat insomnia. It
increases the antioxidants in the body and may also act as a diuretic.
Ginger
A spicy beverage, ginger
tea is a warming, invigorating, caffeine-free alternative, which
has numerous health benefits. To be honest, I don’t like the taste of ginger
but my mum loves it! Research has suggested that ginger consumption can be protective
against heart disease. Ginger
tea may also help alleviate headaches,
menstrual cramps, sore muscles, and other types of pain. It’s believed that
the antioxidants in ginger can help
strengthen your immunity and reduce stress.
These teas and infusions have many
more health benefits, but it is impossible for me to list all of them in one blog
post. Stock up your kitchen pantry with these teas and tisanes to experience the health benefits behind simple, herbal remedies that have
been used for centuries.
Are you a tea or herbal tea drinker? What are your favourite infusions?
