To prepare teas properly, taking full advantage of their flavor and properties, it is important to:
- Put the water to a boil in a stainless steel pan and put out the fire when the first balls of air begin to rise;
- Add the leaves, flowers or roots of the medicinal plant in this water and let rest properly covered for 3 to 5 minutes. After this time of waiting it is necessary to strain so that the tea does not become bitter.
Any tea, ideally, should be ingested still warm, soon after being ready. This prevents air from destroying the active components, although in general the properties of the tea remain preserved for up to 24 hours after preparation.
It is very important that the tea containers are well chosen, so give preference to bottles in glass, thermos or even stainless steel. Plastic or aluminum should never be used because the packaging material can interact and inactivate the active components present in the tea. Check out various teas for common health problems in the Home Remedies category.
Tea for weight loss
Hibiscus tea with cinnamon is a great choice of tea to slim down, as it helps to disinfect the body increasing the elimination of liquids, accelerates the metabolism, favors the fat burning and aids digestion.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon dried hibiscus;
- 1 tablespoon dried horse mackerel;
- 1 stick of cinnamon.
Method of preparation
To prepare the hibiscus tea with cinnamon just place the hibiscus, the horsetail and the cinnamon in 1L of boiling water. After 10 minutes, you should strain and you are ready to consume. See other homemade teas to lose weight and lose belly.
Tea for flu and cold
One option for tea for cold and flu is orange tea with honey as it is rich in vitamin C, improving the immune system. See other homemade teas with orange for flu.
Ingredients
- 2 oranges;
- 1 lemon;
- 2 tablespoons of honey;
- 1 cup of water.
Method of preparation
Bring the orange peel and lemon peel to a boil for about 15 minutes. Then squeeze the fruit into the peeling tea and boil for another 10 minutes. Then you should strain, add the honey and consume.
Tea to soothe
To soothe and reduce the feeling of anxiety, one can consume the tea leaf passion fruit.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon passion fruit leaves;
- 1 cup boiling water.
Method of preparation
To make the tea simply place the leaves in the cup with boiling water and close it for about 10 minutes. Then it is enough to strain and consume. Learn more about tea and aromatherapy to soothe.
