Healthiest Herbal Teas: People have been drinking tea for
thousands of years to treat digestive problems and various other diseases. Many
herbal teas are helpful in many serious diseases besides nausea, constipation,
indigestion, etc. Fortunately, most of them are widely available and easy to
make. Here we are going to tell you about 5 such herbal teas which could be
beneficial for you in many ways.
Peppermint Tea
Peppermint, a medicine, which is known for its refreshing
taste and ability to calm an upset stomach. According to one study, the menthol
compound present in it improves digestive problems. Peppermint oil is also very
beneficial. Boil 7-10 fresh leaves in water for 10 minutes to make tea.
Ginger is known to improve nausea and vomiting. It helps in
curing other digestive problems too. Ginger tea can be made from the ginger
root. The compound present in ginger may help with nausea, cramps, bloating,
gas, or indigestion. To make ginger tea, boil 2 tablespoons chopped ginger in
500 ml of water for 10-20 minutes.
Gentian Root Tea
The root of the gentian comes from the Gentianaceae family
of flowering plants. Different types of gentian roots have been used to increase
appetite and treat stomach ailments for centuries. A study (in 38 healthy
adults) found that drinking water mixed with Gentian root increases blood flow
to the digestive system, which can improve digestion.
Fennel Tea
Fennel is a herb and studies have shown that fennel helps
prevent stomach ulcers. This ability is due to the herb's antioxidant
compounds, which can fight damage associated with ulcer development. It can
also help relieve constipation and promote bowel movements. However, it is not
known how and why fennel works in a laxative form.
Senna Tea
Senna is a herb that contains chemicals called cyanides. It
breaks down in the large intestine and acts on smooth muscles, promoting
contraction and bowel movements. Studies have shown that Senna is a highly
effective laxative in both constipated children and adults for different
reasons. Thus, Senna tea can be an effective and easy way to get relief from
constipation.
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