Herbal and Health Teas

Herbal teas offer positive health benefits as well as being pleasant to drink. Many of us are now trying to reduce the amount of toxins and caffeine in our diet – and herbal teas are a great way to do this. Herbal teas are not only pleasant to taste, have many health benefits but also can be consumed throughout the day without the same guilt as you would have with ...Read more ordinary black tea or coffee!

Here is a brief explanation of some common teas and their health benefits:

Alternatives to Black Tea:

White tea (the young tea leaves) can be healthier than black tea because the leaves contain more antioxidants. It can be drunk just like black tea, with milk and something sweet added if desired.

Rooibosh tea, which is a red tea leaf traditionally from Africa, contains no caffeine and is not toxic. It can be drunk just like black tea, with milk and something sweet added if desired.

Green tea contains much lower amounts of caffeine than black tea and is rich in antioxidants. Do not drink after 4pm, in case you are sensitive and kept awake. Many report it may be helpful as a slimming aid.

Ginger tea is beneficial for circulation, digestion and reviving a tired mind. It can be drunk daily.

Nettle tea is rich in iron and other beneficial trace minerals. It is also good for the skin. It can be drunk daily.

Dandelion leaf tea is a good natural and gentle diuretic (promotes urinary flow) and can be drunk daily, especially if you are prone to cystitis or other bladder issues.

Chamomile tea is good for calming the mind, encouraging sleep and it can also be used to promote digestion and reduce nausea or an upset stomach. It can be drunk daily.

Cinnamon, hibiscus and liquorice are all good for helping to balance blood sugar and help with a ‘sweet tooth’ or cravings. Cinnamon is also warming if you feel the cold easily.

Fruit teas are also nice. Pregnant women can drink raspberry tea once they have 6 weeks or less to go before their due date.