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Herbal tea is a very popular drink for millennia, offering numerous health benefits and medicinal properties. What is an herbal tea? It can actually be prepared in different ways, but the goal is always the same: to extract the aromatic compounds and active ingredients from plants into a drink and benefit from its antioxidants. Chamomile, verbena, thyme, rosemary, peppermint, lemongrass... there are many possibilities and dried plants can treat multiple ailments. Without theine, you can drink a cup of herbal tea at any time of the day. Let's discover together the world of infusions.
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Which plant to use for infusions? The variations are endless! Herbal medicine allows you to choose specific medicinal plants to meet your precise needs. To begin with, it's important to know that herbal tea can be prepared in different ways. Indeed, the most common is infusion, which simply consists of steeping the plants in cups with boiling water. Then there's maceration, which involves soaking the plants in cold water for several hours. Finally, decoction requires throwing the plants into water and then bringing it to a boil. This way, you benefit much more from their properties. And these are numerous! Digestive issues, bloating, intestinal problems, pregnancy discomforts, stress, nausea, cramps, insomnia... Plants have medicinal properties that can gently relieve your ailments.
Choosing the right infusion is important if you want to enjoy the associated benefits. Ideally, avoid tea bags and prefer organic infusions and organic herbal teas. You should then choose the plants according to the desired goal for your herbal tea. You will find in our guide all the properties associated with different plants. Your herbal tea can be relaxing, refreshing, soothing, calming, antispasmodic, purifying or even antiseptic. Drinking herbal tea helps eliminate toxins and improve blood circulation. In the evening, it aids digestion and thus falling asleep. Infusion is also very popular for its draining character, which is particularly interesting as part of a diet or detox. Finally, pregnant women also appreciate this beverage which helps relieve many pregnancy-related pains.
What is an herbal tea used for? It all depends on the aromatic plants used. For example, you may wonder what is detox herbal tea used for? The latter is particularly suitable during a detox cure. It indeed allows the elimination of toxins. Detox herbal tea is also effective against stomach aches and stands out for its incredible digestive and anti-inflammatory properties. What is chamomile tea used for? Preparing such an infusion is ideal in the evening before bed. It is indeed characterized by relaxing properties that are recommended for better sleep, without resorting to medications. Other aromatic plants offer incredible benefits, even in the case of conditions and diseases. What is thyme tea used for? The latter is recommended to fight against all minor ailments related to respiratory tract infections (bronchitis, sore throat, flu...). Associated with lemon and honey, it soothes sore throats effectively.
We very often use the words "herbal tea" and "infusion" to refer to the same drink, and yet, there is confusion! What is herbal tea? In reality, it's the beverage obtained. Infusion simply represents a method of preparation. In this case, you let the aromatic plants steep in boiling water and you then obtain an infusion. It's also important to know that herbal tea and tea are two different beverages. Tea indeed contains theine, unlike herbal tea. The latter can thus be drunk without problem at any time of the day.
There are many herbal teas available depending on your desires and needs. Choosing an herbal tea should meet a specific expectation but also simply match your tastes. Indeed, the flavors are diverse and drinking an infusion should be above all a moment of pleasure. Don't hesitate to vary the blends! Preferably choose an organic herbal tea, which will release more active ingredients. Loose leaf herbal tea is preferable to the tea bags you'll find in stores. The latter only contain powder and the benefits of the plants are then very minimal. Finally, focus on the various benefits offered by medicinal plants before choosing your herbal tea. Depending on the time of day, you can also vary the flavors and blends. Chamomile tea, for example, is particularly recommended in the evening after a meal. Verbena is also often consumed as a digestive infusion after a meal.
Different preparations of infusions are possible. Herbal infusions are very common and offer varied tastes. Among the most popular, we find for example nettle tea. Even if this may seem surprising, it offers many benefits. Consumed throughout the day, it has a real diuretic effect and relieves many pains (such as those related to arthritis or rheumatism). Hibiscus infusion helps fight against cholesterol and hypertension, but can also calm coughs and clear respiratory tracts. It is recognized by its red color and its sweet and sugary taste. If you suffer from chronic stomach aches and bloating, clove tea is then suitable. Simply soak cloves in boiling water. You can also mix them with other plant or fruit preparations. Cinnamon infusion is also part of the very consumed gourmet infusions. Its taste is indeed very appreciated, but not only. Cinnamon is renowned for its antibacterial, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. It globally strengthens the immune system and helps fight against digestion problems and diabetes.
This drink can also be prepared from fruits. The variations of fruit infusions are also very numerous. Lemon infusion is highly appreciated for its virtues. Indeed, consuming it upon waking helps eliminate accumulated toxins. Lemon is a powerful diuretic that stimulates and detoxifies the liver. It is often associated with ginger in infusions, which is an aphrodisiac, but also a very good slimming partner. Sweet and tangy, red berry herbal tea is also a very good choice. It delights the taste buds with its flavors, but also offers an antioxidant effect.
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