The growing interest in health and fitness has contributed to the meteoric rise in popularity of herbal tea mixes made at home in recent years.
Here at Sphere Medium we will discover how making your own herbal teas is a great way to experiment with different flavours, find the ones that work best for you, and learn about the medicinal properties of herbs that grow in your area.
The following, homemade herbal tea mixtures can help you in a number of ways, whether it’s just to unwind, enhance the digestive system, boost immunity, or for better sleep. These teas not only taste good but will have you waltzing down the health and fitness path in no time.
Lavender & Chamomile herbal tea
Our first tea blend is all about de-stressing. This tea will not only help you sleep better but will also help any mental health issues by easing nervousness (please seek medical assistance if you feel you’re having mental health issues; don’t rely on teas or self-medicate). The added lemon balm and chamomile together have a sedative effect that promotes sleep.
How to make it up: 2 servings
- 1 teaspoon of dried chamomile flowers
- 1 teaspoon dried lavender flowers
- 1/4 teaspoon of lemon balm
Bring 2 cups of water to a boil in a pan; add the dried flowers and lemon balm. Boil for another minute on a medium flame and then turn off. Cover the pan and let it simmer for 4 minutes, then pour it into a cup and enjoy.
Ginger and Peppermint herbal tea
An absolute favorite for your stomach if you’re suffering from gastrointestinal issues.
Ginger is a known anti-inflammatory, and peppermint is known for eliminating gas, bloating, and stomach pains. Fennel seeds further help in digestion. This tea is best taken after a meal to help aid digestion.
How to make it up: 2 servings
- 1 teaspoon of dried peppermint leaves
- 1 teaspoon of fennel seeds
- 1 teaspoon of grated ginger
- Add all the ingredients in a pan of boiling water (2 cups of water).
Simmer on a low flame for 2 to 3 minutes, then turn off the flame, cover pan, and let the ingredients seep into the water. Enjoy your drink.
Turmeric and cinnamon herbal tea
The immunity booster – turmeric, has been used for decades for medicinal purposes and is still going strong due to its promising benefits. The immunity booster. The infection fighter, The anti-inflammatory and a very potent antioxidant.
Cinnamon is also a great anti-inflammatory with the addition of a fabulous taste.
How to make it up: 2 servings
- 1 teaspoon of powdered turmeric, or even better, a stick inch of fresh turmeric
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder or a stick of fresh cinnamon
- And for better body absorption, add a pinch of black pepper
Boil 2 cups of water, turn off flame and then add the ingredients cover the pan. Let the mixture seep for at least 6 to 8 minutes.
This one has to be my favourite - Hibiscus and Rose Hip herbal Tea
This is your go-to vitamin C booster! This tea not only fights infection but boosts your vitamin C to the next level! Its acidic taste is the perfect wake-me-up call and is packed with numerous vitamins and antioxidants too. If you would like to add a further oomph, then you may add dried orange peel to the mixture too.
How to make it up: 2 servings
- 1 teaspoon of dried Hibiscus flowers
- 1 teaspoon of dried rosehip flowers
- 1 teaspoon of dried orange peel (optional)
Boil 2 cups of water, turn off flame then add all the ingredients, cover the pan, and let it seep for 10 mins.
Lemongrass and Green Tea
This tea is known for its relaxation properties, which help after a strenuous workout or a long day at work, it is packed with antioxidants and also aids detoxification (please read my blog on detox water, not all is what it seems)
How to make it up: 2 servings
- 1 teaspoon dried lemongrass
- 1 teapoon of dried green tea (Or you may use a regular green tea teabag
- 1 wedge of lemon (optional)
Bring 2 cups of water to boil turn off the flame and add all the ingredients in the water. Let it simmer for 5 minutes and then enjoy.
A Summary on herbal tea
Making your own herbal tea blends gives you the freedom to tailor the taste and health benefits to your specific needs. In addition to being incredibly beneficial to your health, these homemade herbal tea mixes are a breeze to whip up. These five blends are perfect for anyone curious about herbal tea flavors, whether you want to unwind, strengthen your immune system, or improve your digestion. Embark on a path to greater health and wellness by taking advantage of the opportunity to discover local herbs and mixing up your own herbal tea flavors.
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FAQs
Yes, you may, but I would recommend going easy on the spices, and sometimes it can aggravate a cough.
Green tea helps speed up metabolism and can aid in weight loss, but only if you’re following an eating plan in order to lose weight.
Hibiscus has a mild but tangy flavor; it’s a very tasty tea, but for some it might take time to acquire a taste for it.
Yes, the good thing about making up your own mixtures is that you can add or lose whatever ingredients you want according to what you like.
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