Herbal teas are referred as the most healthy way to rejuvenate from your daily life stress. Prepared from a variety of herbs than the other teas that we take, herbal teas come up with many health benefits. Free from the ill effects of caffeine and tannin, they are known to provide relaxation and mood enhancement. Herbal teas ensure an all round well being, if taken on a regular basis. Check out these herbal teas and pick the best for yourself from the list:
1. Chamomile herbal tea
The very fragrance of chamomile can soothe and calm frayed nerves and offer such peace that you get a sound sleep after sipping it down. Used for relieving anxiety attacks and stomach upsets, chamomile has a toned down sweet taste and works well with a few teaspoons full of honey. Use the dry flowers to prepare an infusion with a cup of water. Boil for 5-7 minutes and drink to your heart’s content.
2. Iced herbal tea
A perfect summer drink to cool your spirits and gives a much needed peace and relaxation depending on which kind of herbal tea you use. For preparing iced tea, take about 10 cups of water and boil it with half cup of sugar. Boil until the sugar blends in the boiling water. Take 10 herbal tea bags and dip in the boiling water. Let it sit for a few hours before you use it. Fill the tea in a nice pitcher and serve in tall glasses filled with ice cubes. Your friends will surely appreciate the effort.
3. Fruit tea
As the name suggests, fruit teas are prepared from a variety of fruits. Based on the fruit used, the flavour and the fragrance varies. These teas are very refreshing and can immediately give you a new surge of energy to see through the day. A variety of fruits, leaves and stems of the fruits are used for the preparation of fruit teas. Fruit teas also come with a blend of flowers and herbs like hibiscus and rosehip to add medicinal value and extra flavor.
4. Rooibos Tea
This tea has a nutty flavor and is available in a medley of flavours like mango, cinnamon, vanilla, orange, apple etc. This medicinal tea is good for all round health and prevents radical damage to the body. Rooibos tea is extracted from a South African bush and is also called ‘red bush tea’. It is rich in anti-oxidants and flavonoids which protect the body from a number of life threatening diseases like cancer. The fact that it is free from caffeine further adds to its nutritional value.
5. Siberian Ginseng
The distinct flavour of Ginseng tea has been a favourite among a number of Asian countries. The medicinal properties of this tea gives a calming effect and helps in boosting the immunity of the body, giving energy to fight diseases. Siberian Ginseng contains an active ingredient known as eleutherosides which helps in increasing the immunity of the body. Drinking this tea frequently will help you keep all common ailments like cough and cold at bay.
6.Thyme tea
Thyme belongs to the mint family albeit with a distinct flavour. Coming from the Mediterranean coast, it can be used as a medicinal tea for treating common complaints like cold, cough etc. It can be planted at home in dry soil and under the sun. Thyme tea can be enjoyed throughout the year for keeping yourself healthy and happy.
7. Mint tea
Mint tea works best when chilled. The cooling and refreshing effect in mint tea can be used for treating digestive problems and also for calming irritated stomach due to indigestion and other problems. Mint tea can be taken 2-3 times throughout the day, especially when you have stomach problems or just as a cooling tea during the summer months.
8. Lemon Verbena
With a strong lemon flavour, the lemon verbena immediately refreshes your system and hence is refreshing for the summer months. Lemon verbena can be used as an iced tea in order to increase its efficacy as a cooling food. It can be taken once a day or as and when you feel like.
9. Bee Balm
This herbal tea is prepared from vibrant flowers.The bee balm has a distinct citrous flavour which is at once likable and refreshing. This tea can be used along with a few petals for garnishing to enhance its visual appeal and make way for a wonderful evening tea.