How to Drink Teas Properly?

Tea is a popular beverage all over the world. It is a refreshing drink that has medicinal properties. Therefore, it has a good effect on the general state of the organism, as well as on the prevention and treatment of many diseases. In order to take full advantage of all the beneficial effects of certain types of teas, you need to know how to properly prepare and consume it.

Green tea

If you want to boost your metabolism and lose weight you should consume green tea.

Green tea comes from China, where it has been known since ancient times. Folk medicine believed that green tea cured almost all diseases, from headaches, toothache to psychological illnesses, like depression. Today, scientifically proven therapeutic effect of green tea, it is recommended to drink as much as possible.

A green tea cup contains about 50-100 mg of caffeine and 300-400 mg of polyphenols that are responsible for the antioxidant effect of tea. The caffeine stimulates digestion. The amount of caffeine is lower than in coffee, which is good because tea can drink several times a day without getting too much caffeine. Green tea, besides stimulating weight loss, affects detoxifying processes in the small intestine, liver, and lungs.

Most nutritionists agree that the benefits of green tea should not be reduced by various other aromas or sugars. If tea contains sugars then it can contain more calories, which will not contribute to fat loss. Like any other food, green tea has a shelf life - the fresher it is, the more effective it is.

Chamomile tea

The chamomile, along with green tea, may be one of the most conspicuous teas around the world, and besides being good for digestion, the chamomile calms down and helps to relax, and for that reason to make it easier to fall asleep. When you get an insomnia, try to make a cup of chamomile tea and enjoy a calming feeling.

Chamomile tea is rich in flavonoids, sesquiterpenes and antioxidants that have a strong positive effect on the human body.

Chamomile tea, due to its soothing properties, helps with classical insomnia and insomnia associated with anxiety.

In both cases, 3-4 cups of chamomile tea should be taken daily. If you have nightmare problems, have one cup of warm chamomile tea before bedtime.

Elderflower tea

Elderflowers, also called European elder, have a long history of use in traditional German medicine. They have antioxidant properties and an antiviral effect, which is why they're still popularly used to help fight off colds and flu. Elder flowers can be brewed as an herbal tea.

Elderflower is used for swollen sinuses (sinusitis), colds, influenza (flu), swine flu, bronchitis, diabetes, and constipation. It is also used to increase urine production (as a diuretic), to increase sweating (as a diaphoretic), and to stop bleeding.

Elderflower tea can reduce nasal congestion especially when taken as a hot tea before bed. It can cut the duration of a cold when taken at first symptoms and drank hot, 3-4 times a day. pour the boiling water over the flowers, cover and infuse for 5 minutes. Strain and drink hot.

Lemon tea

Lemon tea has an extremely refreshing taste. It can help destroy various bacteria and fungi as well as suppressing the symptoms of stress.

Today we discover more and more healing properties of lemons, so it is important to get lemon tea too. Lemon tea is a great choice for a warm, tasty and, above all, a healing drink. Namely, since ancient times lemon is used for various healing purposes. It is believed that lemons originate from China or India. Lemon tea is easy to prepare, has a refreshing taste and is packed with various vitamins and minerals.

Lemon fragrance has a beneficial effect on brain function, enhances concentration, relieves stress and depression.

Ginger tea

According to the research conducted so far, ginger is a true ally in the struggle against nausea.

Ginger is a plant that represents an inseparable part of Asian cuisine. It also represents the main spice that is added to Indian world-famous specialty.  Ginger root has been used in China for more than 2,000 years for the treatment of nausea. It is assumed that ginger is preventing the release of hormones that can lead to improper tightness of the muscles in the stomach from which it seems as if you vomit.

In addition, this plant is one of the most essential and most delicate natural medicines when it comes to Chinese traditional medicine, and is the most used to treat colds and coughs.

The consumption of tea of ginger against nausea in the morning, as well as nausea caused by a hangover or pregnancy, that makes a person very quickly rid of these unpleasant feelings and return to normal without much effort.
Taking into account that this tea also acts on the whole seeding system, it is neutralized and returned to the normal level of stomach acid, thus relieving and thus curing the nausea itself.

Peppermint tea

Nana is a mild plant similar to basil, added as a spice in the slices to maintain delicate taste and texture of the dishes. It is not rich in fats and carbohydrates, as well as in proteins, but has a large number of vitamins and minerals as well as other components.

Mint is a gentle and beneficial plant that year and serves to reassure nervous stomach and intestines. It is extremely efficient mint tea against diarrhea and it is known recipe behind our folk medicine.

Peppermint tea for stomach stimulates gastric digestion, relieves spasms and eliminates the feeling of bloating. Mint is a known weapon against gases and diarrhea.

This tea is especially effective if you are drinking it before you sleep, especially when you have dinner late. This will prevent the occurrence of stomach problems.

What is even more interesting, and the studies confirm that the peppermint has a protective role. It protects the stomach from negative effects of toxins thus preventing the appearance of stomach cancer. This is especially important in the case of excessive use of alcohol or pain medication.

Apart from the usual stomach problems, peppermint tea for stomach and successfully alleviates menstrual pain and tense muscles after training. However, the greatest effect on the muscles of the uterus is that it effectively reduces menstrual pain.