If you drink tea every day, you don’t need to change a thing!
But which varieties of tea are the absolute healthiest to drink daily?
Here are the types of tea with the most noteworthy nutrients, healthy properties, and functional benefits.
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Camellia Teas
Camellia teas are those derived specifically from theCamellia sinensisplant.
Ginger Turmeric Tea
An increasingly popular herbal tea combination is ginger and turmericand for good reason!
Beyond its appealing taste, green tea has so much to offer in the way of health benefits.
It contains bioactive compounds, includingquercetin, kaempferol, catechins, and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG).
These antioxidants helpboost immune, heart, gut, and metabolic health, to name just a few.
Lemon contains vitamin C, which helps fight inflammation and boosts immunity.
Its also high in rutin and quercetin, which are effective for treating allergies and normalizing mast cell function.
Research has shown that hibiscus tea can support heart health by regulating blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Chamomile Tea
You probably know chamomile for its reputation for encouraging sleep and relaxation at night.
All trueand chamomile can be enjoyed any time of the day, too!
(In other words, it doesn’t contain any agents thatcausedrowsiness or put you to sleep).
As a carminative and nervine, it supports digestion and calmness.
She suggests considering organic, local, and herbalist-made teas, if and when possible.
When buying larger tea brands that source globally, look for Fair Trade certification to ensure ethical labor practices.
How Much Tea Should You Drink Daily?
I like to steep the same leaves multiple times, which decreases the caffeine content of each subsequent cup.
This makes tea the perfect addition to your everyday routine.
Beverages, tea, black, brewed, prepared with tap water.
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