Top 5 Loose Organic Teas for Boosting Digestion
I love tea. In fact you could say I am addicted to tea. And for once I’m not afraid to admit it - because this addiction could actually be good for me. Thankfully the many varieties of loose organic tea available ensures that my addiction will be a long and lasting one. It is highly reassuring to know that while I complete my lifetime mission of sampling the worlds best organic tea I am also increasing my wellbeing.
And with the holiday season looming large it’s not hard to envisage that a few of us may find ourselves in a food-induced coma after one too many servings of turkey and mashed potato. You know that feeling of being tired, sluggish and really full. So instead of washing it down with another glass of champagne it may help to have these organic teas on hand which when can help keep your energy up as they boost the digestive system allowing it to do its job even faster.
1. Ginger Tea
Ginger has a plethora of natural benefits. It is the king daddy of digestive aids. It increases the production of digestive fluids and saliva which can help to relieve indigestion, stomach cramps and gas. It also treats motion sickness, morning sickness and general nausea and stimulates circulation to nourish the skin and remove toxins from the blood. Definitely one for the top of the list this party season!
2. Fennel Tea
Fennel Tea is made from the seeds and aids the digestive process, improves appetite, relieves stomach cramps, eliminates flatulence and soothes a sore throat or cough.
3. Yarrow Tea
Yarrow tea is created from its flowers and improves digestion and appetite and also reduces cold symptoms and chest congestion.
4. Sage Tea
Sage tea made from its leaves calms nerves, improves digestion and eases lung congestion and cough.
5. Peppermint Tea
Peppermint tea is commonly used as a tea for digestion and a remedy for ulcers. It treats indigestion, colic and gas. Peppermint is a refreshing and light aroma so as well as being beneficial to your health it also taste’s great.
In general hot drinks stimulate digestion while cool drinks inhibit digestion so if you want the beneficial effects of these herbal loose organic tea’s then its best to skip iced tea and warm up with a nice hot cuppa.
Why not make your own blend and get the synergistic benefit of a few of these tea’s remembering to add peppermint to even out the taste. Drink before, after of during a meal up to three times daily.
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