Some Teas to Drink For Health.

Tea is simply a hot water infusion of the dried leaves, flowers, seeds and fruits of plants. Tea is the second most widely consumed beverage in the world, after water. The most common tea consumed is from the Camella sinensis plant so other teas are usually called herbal teas, infusions or tisanes.

Infusions have been made from plant parts from the beginning of time to provide relief and healing for many ailments. Because they are usually from plants, they usually provide powerful phytonutrients and low calories.

Apart from being refreshing beverages with low calories, teas have a beneficial effect on health

because they have high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which promote good health and wellness.

There are numerous infusions for health but below are some commonly used ones and some of their health benefits.

1. Hibiscus flower tea. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, lowers blood pressure, regulates blood sugar levels, lowers blood cholesterol levels, boosts the immune system, rich in vitamin C and caffeine free. Read more here about the benefits of hibiscus flower tea.
2. Rooibos tea. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, anti-viral and treat skin irritations.
3. Dandelion tea. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, diuretic, digestive aid, cleanses liver, kidneys and gall bladder, stimulates appetite, blood purifier. Read here for more on the uses of dandelion.
4. Hawthorn tea. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, lowers blood pressure levels.
5. Cinnamon. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, reduces blood cholesterol levels and reduces arthritis symptoms and pain.
6. Stinging nettle leaves tea. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, lowers blood pressure, treats urinary tract infections, treats kidney and bladder issues, relieves respiratory tract issues like cough, cold and congestion.
7. Chamomile. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, relaxes and calms the body, treats indigestion and stomach issues, treats sleep disorders and insomnia.
8. Lemon balm tea. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, to calm and relax the body, regulates thyroid function, for respiratory and digestive issues, reduces bloating and indigestion, alleviates nerve pain, improves memory and brain function.
9. Peppermint tea. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, relaxes muscles, reduces stress and anxiety feelings.
10. Lemongrass. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, digestive aid.
11. Lavender tea. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, induces sleep, calms and soothes the mind, to treat respiratory, bowel and stomach issues, reduces body temperature.
12. Rosemary tea. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, relaxes muscles, digestive aid, treats respiratory issues and colds.
13. Red clover tea. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, for cardiovascular health, female reproductive health and to alleviate menopausal symptoms.
14. Green tea. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, lowers blood cholesterol levels, relaxes and calms the body, promotes heart health, reduces triglycerides levels.
15. Raspberry leaves tea. Antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, treat female reproductive disorders like infertility, endometriosis, painful menses etc.

Other teas for healing and promoting wellness are ginger tea, corn silk tea, black tea, oolong tea, yerba

mate tea, puerrh tea, sour sop tea, cardamom tea, milk thistle tea, rosehip tea, echinacea tea, blackberry leaves tea and stevia tea.

Drinking tea is healthier than drinking sugary drinks which provide negative health benefits to the body. The choice to live better and enjoy our bodies is in our hand.

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