Herbal health drinks are all the rage at the moment. Some are fairly cheap to buy and others are much more expensive. Herbs help to promote good health and in the past have been used to treat certain ailments. Although the mention of herbs usually means leaves such as rose-hips, , it also covers things like dandelion flowers too.
Tea is one of the most popular drinks in the world. It came from the Chinese and was simply hot water with an infusion of fresh tea leaves. That idea has evolved of hundreds of years into the herbal tea industry we see today. Nowadays plants like chamomile and peppermint are used in place of the original tea.
The method of making the drink has not really changed over the years. You put the fresh herbs or the teabag in a cup and pour hot water over them. Usually you leave the herbs to infuse the water for around five minutes. Some people have taken things a little further by using an infusion teapot. This allows you to use loose leaves and bark, as the teapot has a filter that allows you to pour the liquid into a cup without getting any residue in the cup.
The use of fresh herbs has taken off because many people grow them in their gardens. If using them to make tea then try to keep to a simple formula of two teaspoons were cup. Dried herbs are a little more pungent so you only need one teaspoon of them. If you're making the drink for kids then you might want to put a bit of honey to sweeten the drink.
Herbal tonics are something that many people have started drinking. They are fairly easy to make, though it does take a while for them to become drinkable. They are made by placing fresh herbs, such as rosemary or nettles, in a jar and adding some red wine. After stirring with a wooden spoon you then seal the jar for around four weeks, to let the drink assume the flavor of the herbs. Try drinking a bit each day for maximum benefit.
For those with neither the time nor the inclination to make their own drink then perhaps buying a ready-made one is better. It is important to look for beverages that have no additives, such as coloring or flavoring. Also, try and buy drinks that are produced using only natural ingredients. By doing your research you'll pick a much healthier drink.
Herbal teas have been known to help relieve a wide range of conditions. Things like coughs and colds are said to be relieved by simmering some ginger root in water for around 10 minutes and adding lemon juice and honey. Take out the ginger and serve. Stomach complaints have been treated by giving the complainant some tea infused with peppermint. It's said to help relieve bloated and upset stomachs.
One of the major benefits of herbal health drinks is their lack of caffeine. They can be taken if you have an upset stomach, and are great for soothing the body and mind. In a world where people eat a lot of processed food, it may be comforting to know that something as readily available and natural as herbs can help fight infections and sooth the body and mind.
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