Tea is the second most consumed beverage on the planet. The first is water. Tea has been in existence for thousands of years, and through the millennia countless people have benefited both mentally with its soothing comfort and physically with its range of health benefits. Various teas afford various benefits, read on to learn more:
- Chamomile. Everyone loves a spot of chamomile tea at the end of the day to ease stress and transition into bedtime. But, did you know that chamomile tea (it comes from a flower), is also abundant in antioxidants and flavanoids, which means while you’re enjoying the taste and the comfort of this tea, you are also reaping of the benefits of an improved immune system. It also relieves the symptoms of menstruation.
- Rose hip tea. Also derived from a flower (the rose), this tea is among the top sources of vitamin C. It has enormous benefits for the skin and body tissues, and it also strengthens the immune system. There’s a reason why your mother always said to drink a cup of tea when you had a cold!
- Ginger tea. Ginger is a stimulant, and it will help give you energy (so you might not want to drink it in the evening before bedtime), unless of course, you’re suffering from an upset belly or nausea. In this instance, ginger tea will help soothe it.
- Peppermint tea. Chocked full of antioxidants, peppermint tea boosts immunity and actually lowers your risk of having cold and flu symptoms. It also relieves motion sickness, and vomiting and nausea.
- Green tea. Loaded with flavanoids and antioxidants, green tea helps reduce disease and illness. Green tea may be the King of Teas in this respect. It’s also chock full of Vitamin E and C, and can lower your chances of developing certain types of cancers.
Remember, drink tea daily for optimal effects. Drinking tea will also have positive impacts on your mood, energy, and overall well-being.
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