Rainy season brings a lot of happiness with its cool breeze and heavy & light showers. After the warm summer of India, monsoon comes as a soothing balm for all. However, not to forget the moisture and humidity which comes along with it and sadly makes way for several viral, bacterial and fungal infections. But do not worry, in this post we have collated five herbal tea recipes that will help you to keep infections and diseases at bay and enjoy the monsoon to the fullest. Trust me, a cup of homemade herbal tea can be a solution for every health issue you may have been facing in monsoon.
Herbal teas have been with us since decades. They are well-known in helping to fight against bad health & lead a healthy life by building a strong immunity. Below are some of the tea recipes that are known for their beneficial properties and help boosting immunity.
- Ginger & Turmeric Tea to fight cold and flu
This miraculous cup of tea has been proven to be beneficial for treating cold and cough & boosting the immune system. This tea is also known to be a multi-tasker as it is also known to soothe upset stomachs.
Ingredients:-
Raw Ginger – 50 gms
Raw Turmeric – 50 gms
Lemon juice – 2 Tbsp
Purified water – 3 cups
Method:-
Add 3 cups of water in a vessel & put it on high flame. Add the chopped ginger and turmeric into the boiling water. Let it simmer for a while. Turning the stove off. Serve in 2 cups with a squeeze of lemon.
- Mint & Cumin Tea to improve metabolism
Consisting of Vitamin C, E, & K, this miraculous tea helps in increasing metabolism, improves digestion & helps to burn off extra calories. This tea also helps to reduce the cravings for junk food inculcating healthy eating habits.
Ingredients:-
Mint leaves – 50 gms
Cumin seeds ( Zeera ) – 1 tbsp
An inch of Ginger
Method:-
Boil 3 cups of water on the stove. Add all the ingredients and let them simmer for around 5 to 6 minutes. Turn off the stove, pour into the cups and enjoy your piping hot cup of herbal tea.
- Carom seeds & Jaggery tea to soothe menstrual cramps
Highly recommended for those days when women tend to suffer the most. This super effective tea is suggested to be made & consumed during the menstrual cycle, when the cramps are unbearable. It helps to smoothen the blood flow & provides strength required in this time.
Pro Tip:- If you start having this tea once a day near to your due date of periods, it smoothen menstrual cycle as well as it acts as a body cleanser. Consumption of this concoction also removes the bad toxins & gives a good glowing skin.
Ingredients:-
Jaggery – 50 gms
Carom seeds – 1 tbsp
Cumin seeds – Half tbsp
Method:-
Add all the ingredients in 3 cups of water. Boil till it changes color. Once the water is reduced from 3 cups to 1, it’s done. Pour in a cup & consume it for effective results.
- Tulsi Tea to boost immunity and balance blood sugar level
Known to be an utterly healthy & amazing herb, Tulsi tea not only helps in boosting immunity, but also helps with numbers of skin disorders. This is known to even heal some diabetic issues by balancing the blood sugar level.
Ingredients:-
Cup Basil (Tulsi) leaves – ¼ cup
Honey – 1tbsp
Lemon Juice – 2 tbsp
Method:-
Add the basil leaves into the vessel with 2 cups of water. Give it to boil. Once it starts boiling, reduce the heat and simmer on low for 15 minutes. Strain it into a cup, then add honey, lemon juice and then stir.
- Rosemary & Mint tea to treat upset stomach
This delicious cup of tea is known to be extremely refreshing, improving your memory as well as it is known to be a healer for an upset stomach.
Ingredients:-
Mint leaves – 10
Rosemary – 1 sprig
Lemon wedge – 1
Method:-
Tear the mint leaves into a cup, while setting a pan of water to boil. Plop the rosemary in the pan. Once boiled, pour the water on the mint and let it sit for ten minutes. Add a splash of lemon, if required. Enjoy!These herbal teas are recommended not only for the rainy season, but can be taken the year round to maintain health naturally. Now you can buy good quality tea leaves and other requirements easily from your local shop using oneapp. No need to step out. oneapp lists your neighboring stores and allows you to order easily from them online. Download the oneapp now: