Teas and Their Health Properties

Tea is a great way to naturally heal ailments from stomach problems to inflammation. Different teas and tisanes and the combinations of them allow you to tailor your tea to your needs. Tea is actually derived from the Camellia Sinensis plant. All teas derive from this plant and are picked during different times of the harvest to get us the different types. Tisanes are herbs, leaves, seeds, barks, etc that are brewed by themselves or added to tea to give added benefits to you. So, how do each of these teas and tisanes work to benefit you? Let’s take a look.

Green Tea

• Improved blood flow
• Reduces bloating
• High in antioxidants
• Low amount of caffeine

Matcha Tea

Detoxifies
Boost immunity
Enhances mood

White Tea

• Good for detoxing
• Low in caffeine
• Reduces stress

Oolong Tea

• Improves mental alertness
• Boost metabolism
• Helps fight acne

Pu’erh Tea

• Anti-inflammatory
• Improves digestion
• Detoxifies

Black Tea

• High in antioxidants
• Increases energy and focus
• Calms the stomach

Chai Tea

• Boost your immunity
• Anti-inflammatory
• Improves digestion

Darjeeling Tea

• Boost concentration
• Reduces Stress
• Improves digestion

Yerba+Mate.jpg — Yerba Mate Tea

• Stimulates the mind
• Boosts energy
• Helps with digestion

Roobios Tea

• Soothes an upset stomach
• Relieves stress
• Improves sleep

Jasmine Flower

• Boost immune system
• Reduces stress
• Relieves anxiety

Chamomile Flower

• Boosts your immune system.
• Helps you fall asleep
• Relieves bloating

Hibiscus Flower

• Combats obesity
• High in antioxidants
• Relieves anxiety

Ginger Root

• Calms an upset stomach
• Reduces inflammation
• Supports digestion

Peppermint Leaves

• Aids in sinus relief
• Relieves headaches
• Soothes an upset stomach

Lavender Flower

• Relieves insomnia
• Calms anxiety
• Soothes an upset stomach

Lemon+Peel.jpg — Lemon Peel

• High in vitamin c
• Improves digestion
• High in antioxidants

Dandelion Leaves

• Improves digestion
• Reduces stress
• Boost immune system

Tumeric Root / Powder

• Reduces inflammation
• Detoxifies
• Boosts mood

Raspberry Leaves

• High in vitamins
• Improves digestion
• Boost immune system

Cinnamon Bark / Powder

• High in antioxidants
• Reduces inflammation
• Boosts alertness

Orange

• High in vitamin C
• Relieves inflammation
• Boosts mood

Spearmint Leaves

• Relieves stress
• Improves digestion
• Reduces bloating

If you have any questions about tea/tisanes and their properties, feel free to reach out and comment below! If you like what you read, sign up for my newsletter so you are first to know when self-care blogs are posted!

Until next time :)