Herbal teas are also called as 'tisanes'. Herbal teas are simple, effective, inexpensive, caffeine- and drug-free ways to enjoy the taste and benefits of herbs and spices. Herbal tea is a low-calorie beverage but avoids purchasing the flavoured ones.
Different Types of Teas and its Health Benefits:
Green Tea:
Green tea is called the “wonder herb”.
It helps to reduce free radicals.
It reduces the chances of cancer.
Prohibits the formation of tumors.
It lowers cholesterol.
It strengthens our immune system.
Helps fight against tooth decay and different viruses and also lowers blood pressure.
Ginger Tea:
Ginger increases our energy.
It also acts as a stimulator.
It helps to digest our food and to control problems like nausea.
It is helpful to Arthritic patients.
Peppermint Tea:
It reduces the problems of vomiting, motion sickness and nausea.
Strengthens our immune system.
It gives our body protection against mild coughs, mild asthma, and clearing of congestion, mild aches and chronic pain.
NOTE: Those who have been suffering from heart problems must avoid drinking peppermint tea because it might deteriorate your health.
Chamomile Tea:
It reduces our stress and helps to digest food.
It secures peaceful sleep and reduces the problems of insomnia.
People who are allergic to chamomile should abstain from drinking this tea.
Rose hip Tea:
Rose hip Tea is a rich source of vitamin C.
Beneficial to our tissue health, adrenal function and skin
It helps to strengthen our immune system.
Lavender Tea:
It helps to reduce respiratory issues, cough, asthma, bronchitis and body temperature.
Used for treating fever.
It helps to heal ulcers, sores, cuts and wounds.
Lemon Balm Tea:
Reduce stress and calm nerves.
It also helps to control thyroid problems and lowers insomnia and anxiety.
It increases the capacity of our memory and refreshes our mood.
It lowers the problems of stomach, digestive system and flatulence.
Hibiscus Flower Tea:
It helps to reduce hypertension, cholesterol and blood pressure.
Protection against cell-damaging free radicals.
Milk Thistle Tea:
Helps to clean liver, and its components improve liver function.
It also improves our digestive system through the production of bile.
Echinacea Tea:
Helps to improve immune system.
It reduces pain and inflammation.
It helps us to prevent the common cold.
Blackberry leaves Tea:
It boasts of the refreshing berry-flavor.
It contains anti-oxidant like flavonoids.
Dandelion Tea:
It lowers fluid retention
Provides soothing pleasure to pain and swelling caused by arthritis.
It improves our digestive system and liver function.
Hawthorn Tea:
It enhances blood circulation
It helps to improve cardiovascular health.
It reduces stress and improves the process of drainage of excess salt from our body.
Cinnamon Tea:
It is beneficial for weight loss.
It enhances our bodily strength to fight against viruses.
It helps to control blood sugar.
Cardamom Tea:
Cardamom tea is made from dried white cardamom flowers and aromatic seeds.
It lowers indigestion, stomach pain and reduces flatulence and the problem of feeling nauseous.
It aids the fight against pulmonary disorders and coughs.
It helps to discard caffeine from our system.
During the period of menstruation, it also helps to refresh the mind of women.
Red Clover Tea:
It helps in relieving the complications and discomfort related to menopause.
It reduces stress and helps to have a peaceful sleep.
It strengthens bones and improves the power of our memory.
Rooibos Tea:
Reduces stress and lowers the problems of insomnia.
Nettle Tea:
It is really effective in anemia
Reduces high blood pressure as well as relieves the pain of rheumatism and arthritis.
It strengthens our immune system.
It helps fight against coughs and colds.
It lowers problems like urinary tract infections, kidney and bladder problems and congestion.