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Tea with mint: tangible benefits and hidden harm - how to drink and brew correctly
02.02.2024 12:51
Mint in tea brings invaluable benefits to the body, adding flavor and aroma to the drink.
The greatest benefit for the body will come from properly prepared mint tea. And here are the nuances to consider.
How to brew mint tea correctly
To get the unrivaled taste and beneficial properties of tea, you need to use fresh mint leaves, not dried ones, as many do.
Mint tea is usually served warm or cold, sweet or without added sugar, with or without lemon, said expert Yulia Arkhipova .
To prepare tea, prepare a teapot and 5 g of dried crushed mint leaves.
Pour the raw materials with water heated to 80-90 degrees and cover the teapot so that the drink can steep for as long as possible in 10-15 minutes.
The finished tea can be strained and poured into cups.
Benefits of mint tea
The drink is rich in vitamins P and C, natural acids and compounds, and carotene.
Regular consumption of mint tea has a positive effect on the functioning of the nervous system and is useful for fatigue and chronic overexertion.
Mint tea is recommended for those who have problems with sleep. To enhance the effect, you can add lemon balm and lavender to the mint.
This drink is suitable for people who control their weight, it helps in the fight against the consequences of gastritis and gastrointestinal diseases.
Harm of tea with mint
Despite the unique properties of tea, those who suffer from allergies and diabetes should refrain from drinking it.
An overdose of tea can result in absent-mindedness, drowsiness, and excessive sweating.
The health benefits of green tea have been previously reported.
