Tea: It really has super powers
JOBURG–Tea has a number of benefits that can help you improve your quality of life on a daily basis.
Believe it or not, there is life after coffee, infact, there is a healthier option – tea. There are a variety of teas which have distinct flavours and benefits that can work according to your mood or needs.
This according to owner of The Tea Emporium in Cape Town, Hajira Khalfe who believes that through this guide, you may be converted to a full-time tea drinker.
Green Tea
- Burns seven percent more abdominal fat than caffeinated green tea
- Keeps teeth healthy
- Lowers BMI
- Reduces chances of skin cancer
- Helps prevent strokes and decreases lung risk
Try: Freshpak
Ginger Tea
- Reduces the side effects of nausea and vomiting
- Helps with morning sickness
- Improves digestion
- Eases muscle pain
- Relieves menstrual pains and colds
Try: Yogi Tea Ginger Harmony, Wellness Warehouse
White Tea
- Kills bacteria
- Lowers blood pressure
- Has anti-ageing properties
- Helps clear arteries
- Fight cancer
Try: Revolution White Pomegranate Tea
Chamomile Tea
- Treats menstrual pains
- Reduce brain inflammation
- Ease colds,
- Prevent diabetic complications
Try: Freshpak Chamomile Herbal Tea
Peppermint Tea
- Reduces stress
- Reduces stress and anxiety
- Freshens breath
- Assists with digestion
- Eases headaches
- Reduces menstrual cramps
Try: Woolworths Herbal Infusion Peppermint
I don’t know about you, but tea seems to have different super powers which are beneficial to your health and can improve your quality of life. Try it out, bottoms up!