– Teas that women should consume daily
Staying active and healthy becomes even more important, if you are a woman, this is because women strive hard to strike the right balance between work and family life.
No wonder, managing it all is a challenging task which often takes a toll on physical as well as mental health. Here are a few homemade blends that experts vouch for including in day-to-day diet to stay fit and healthy. And if you are a tea lover, then these tea blends will not only help you relax, but will also boost your overall health. Read on…
Chamomile tea
Drinking Chamomile tea can help in reducing premenstrual symptoms such as body ache, headaches, mood swings etc. Chamomile tea helps in healing the body and relaxes the nerves, reduces inflammation and reduces insulin sensitivity in the body.
Ginger tea
Drinking ginger tea daily can reduce inflammation and fatigue. Traditionally, ginger has been used in several medicines and home remedies and drinking this post lunch and dinner helps in improving digestion, gut health, improves metabolic rate which helps in effective weight loss. Drinking this tea during periods can reduce the pain and inflammation. Ginger tea is also effective for sore throat, fever, pregnancy related nausea and headaches. Lastly, women suffering from hair loss can also use this ginger tea blend for hair regrowth as it improves blood circulation in the scalp.
Mint tea
Mint tea or Peppermint tea is good for women as it has good antioxidant properties that help in reducing cramps, prevent muscle contractions, reduces pain and heals the nervous system. Apart from that, drinking this tea helps in reducing infections and allergies, due to its antibacterial and antiviral properties. It works effectively to reduce morning sickness or fatigue, which often happen during pregnancy.
Black tea
It is the most common tea blend, which has the highest amount of caffeine and can boost energy levels instantly. Drinking black tea without sugar can help in managing high blood pressure, improve metabolism, and reduce stomach cramps. In some cases it can also help in reducing morning sickness and nausea. During summer, drinking cold black tea can also help in stopping diarrhea.
Green tea
Drinking green tea twice a day can help in reducing visible signs of aging due to the presence of catechins which are antioxidants. Green tea helps in detoxifying the body, reduces stress, anxiety and heals the damaged cells. Green tea helps in improving gut health by boosting the metabolism and helps in digestion, which further helps in effective weight management.
First published in Times of India, https://m.timesofindia.com/life-style/food-news/5-types-of-teas-that-women-should-consume-daily/amp_etphotostory/92282262.cms