The never-ending monsoon rains invariably give rise to malaria, typhoid, dengue and various types of contagious diseases. Infectious microbes thrive in the moist, sultry climate and pose serious health risks such as digestive disorders and respiratory problems, to youngsters and the elderly alike.
In addition, the chillness in the surroundings cause persistent coughs, fever and cold in several people, sometimes also accompanied by nagging headaches or migraines. These can, however, be alleviated by consuming foods rich in vitamin C that bolster immunity.
An effective home remedy in such instances is sipping on a piping hot cup of herbal tea, or “tisane” as it is more popularly called. These therapeutic concoctions comprise herbs, spices, leaves, flowers and fruit essences and are completely devoid of any caffeine, which causes anxiety, various types of insomnia and rapid heart rate when taken in excess.
Moreover, these beverages work as a magic formula in healing stomach ailments, body pain and cold infections as they are laden with essential vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Thus, these herbal teas serve as a universal tonic not just to mitigate monsoon illnesses, but also for weight loss, heart health, gut wellness, anti-ageing and mental well-being. Also Read: Sip On These Aromatic Herbal Teas For Digestive Health
Try these super-easy herbal tea recipes pacify pain in the head, calm the mind, ease nasal congestion and boost the body’s defense system, for enhanced overall health.
Ginger Lemon Tea
Ingredients:
2 tsp ginger, grated
5-6 tsp lemon juice
A dash of honey
3 small cloves
Method:
Boil a small cup of water in a pan.
Add the ginger pieces, lemon extract, honey and cloves and bubble on low flame for 10-12 minutes.
Filter out the liquid and serve the ginger lemon tea hot.
Nutrition:
Profusely packed with gingerol, a potent antioxidant, ginger eliminates toxins from building up in the system. The anti-inflammatory traits of ginger help in healing muscle pain and fever. Lemon is bestowed with ample vitamin C, to augment immunity and honey has anti-microbial qualities to remedy sore throat.
Tulsi Tea
Ingredients:
15 medium sized basil or tulsi leaves, finely chopped
1/2 tbsp jaggery, powdered
Method:
Heat a cup of water in a pan, on high flame, to bring it to a boil.
Now, add the tulsi leaves and jaggery powder and simmer on low heat, for 15 minutes.
Distill the liquid using a filter and serve the tulsi tea hot.
Nutrition:
Basil or tulsi as it is commonly known as in India, has negligible amounts of fat, cholesterol and sodium, making it heart-healthy. It is also a powerhouse of vitamin a and vitamin c which confer beneficial antioxidant traits to the body, besides promoting digestion. Jaggery balances the mildly bitter taste of basil, supplying calories and iron for energy and blood synthesis. Also Read: Choose Basil Oil For Healthy Skin And Hair
