{"id":14757,"date":"2015-05-11T10:55:30","date_gmt":"2015-05-11T08:55:30","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/dev.radioislam.org.za\/wordpress\/2015\/05\/11\/7-herbal-teas-that-will-make-you-healthier\/"},"modified":"2015-05-11T10:55:30","modified_gmt":"2015-05-11T08:55:30","slug":"7-herbal-teas-that-will-make-you-healthier","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/radioislam.org.za\/a\/7-herbal-teas-that-will-make-you-healthier\/","title":{"rendered":"7 herbal teas that will make you healthier"},"content":{"rendered":"

Warning:<\/strong><\/em><\/span>
Never use any plant as a tea unless you are 100% sure of its identification. you are strongly advised to consult a Doctor before treating yourself or your family with home remedies.<\/em><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

By Meredith Dault<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

There\u2019s nothing nicer on a cold midwinter\u2019s day than a soothing cup of herbal tea. But besides being a tasty, warming, caffeine-free pick-me-up, herbal tea has lots of wonderful health benefits. From soothing a troubled tummy to easing insomnia and calming a troubled mind, herbs have all sorts of healing powers. Drinking herbal tea can also be a great source of vitamins and minerals.<\/span><\/p>\n

What is herbal tea?<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Herbal tea isn\u2019t really made from tea\u2014which is a specific kind of plant. The French use the word tisane, which is a little more accurate, since herbal tea is really just an infusion of leaves, seeds, roots or bark, extracted in hot water. In drinking a well-steeped herbal tea, we get all the plant\u2019s benefits in an easily digestible form.<\/span><\/p>\n

The benefits of herbal tea<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cIn a lot of ways, we might get more benefit from a good organic tea than from a vitamin pill,\u201d says herbalist Marianne Beacon of Elderberry Herbals in Peterborough, Ont. “You\u2019re getting the benefits of hydration. There\u2019s the social element: Tea is something that you can share with people. And when you\u2019re drinking herbal tea, you get aromatherapy at the same time\u2014and that\u2019s something you don\u2019t get from a tablet!\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

That\u2019s why Toronto-based herbalist Marcia Dixon says herbal tea should always be steeped in a covered vessel to contain the beneficial essential oils. \u201cOtherwise, your room smells nice but you aren\u2019t retaining the medicinal properties.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

How to choose a herbal tea<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

When it comes to choosing a herbal tea, both Dixon and Beacon agree that it\u2019s important to look for a well-sourced product made from high-quality ingredients. If you\u2019re drinking tea for the medicinal benefits, then definitely steer clear of products that add things like essential oils or flavours. And to really get the full benefits from drinking herbal tea, make sure you steep your loose tea or tea bags long enough\u2014in some cases, as long as 10 to 15 minutes\u2014to really bring out all the healthful properties.<\/span><\/p>\n

Peppermint tea<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Halifax naturopath Colin Huska recommends drinking peppermint tea to relieve the symptoms of abdominal gas and bloating, and to relieve muscle spasms. It\u2019s also good for nausea (without vomiting) and for heating up the body and making it sweat. If indigestion or heartburn are problems, however, then Dixon recommends avoiding peppermint altogether. Peppermint tea can also be made using fresh herbs from the garden\u2014and it’s one of the easiest herbs to grow.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ginger tea<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Another great digestive aid, ginger can be used to curb nausea, vomiting or upset stomach due to motion sickness. Make fresh ginger tea by simmering a piece of ginger root on the stove for 10 to 15 minutes\u2014add fresh lemon juice and honey when you have a cold for a powerful germ-fighting combination. Beacon also suggests making tea from powdered ginger to ward off a chill.<\/span><\/p>\n

Chamomile tea<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

A gentle calming and sedative tea made from flowers, chamomile tea can be helpful for insomnia. It can also be helpful with digestion after a meal. Huska recommends chamomile in cases of cough and bronchitis, when you have a cold or fever, or as a gargle for inflammation of the mouth. Be sure to steep it well to get all the medicinal benefits.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rooibos tea<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

High in vitamin C as well as other minerals, rooibos has all sorts of health benefits. An easy drinking tea, it\u2019s largely grown in South Africa and has been touted for its antioxidant properties\u2014which may in turn help ward off disease and the signs of aging. It has also been shown to help with common skin concerns, such as eczema.<\/span><\/p>\n

Lemon balm tea<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

An easy-to-grow plant, lemon balm is helpful for lifting the spirits. \u201cIt\u2019s good for the winter blahs,\u201d says Deacon, \u201cand it can help improve concentration.\u201d She adds that lemon balm is safe for children and may help prevent nightmares when consumed before bed. This herb also makes a refreshing iced tea, and can be flavoured with lemon or maple syrup.<\/span><\/p>\n

Milk thistle and dandelion tea<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

When consumed as a tea, milk thistle or dandelion are gentle liver cleansers. \u201cThey help the liver to regenerate and function at a higher capacity,\u201d says Huska. \u201cThey can also assist in the production of bile, which can help with our digestive process.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n

Rosehip tea<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

Rosehips are the fruit of the rose plant and are one of the best plant sources of vitamin C, which is important for the immune system, skin and tissue health and adrenal function. Consider reaching for rosehip tea next time you need a health boost.<\/span><\/p>\n

Courtesy of Readers Digest “Best Health”<\/em><\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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