Camomile is a pretty, daisy-like flower which creates a delicate golden infusion with the taste of a mild, floral, and slightly sweet, with distinct notes of apple and honey. A perfect, smooth-tasting flavour to help you wind down at the end of a long day.
Camomile can promote relaxation and sleep, support digestive health, and reduce inflammation. It is rich in antioxidants and may help lower blood sugar levels, support heart health, and ease menstrual pain. Also it might sooth sore throats, help with cold symptoms, and support skin health.
It is a common name for daisy-like plants of the family Asterace and naturally caffeine free.
Plant species include - Matricaria chamomilla.
It has complex, combining notes of citrus (like lemon zest), floral sweetness, and a warm, slightly spicy, and minty flavor with hints of eucalyptus.
it is aiding digestion, supporting heart health, and having antimicrobial as well as anti-inflammatory properties. It can help reduce blood pressure, lower cholesterol, and may even have a positive effect on blood sugar levels. Additionally, it is rich in antioxidants, which can boost the immune system, and some compounds in cardamom may help kill bacteria that cause bad breath.
as a vegetable, the leaves are crisp and have a mildly bitter, slightly tangy flavor, while as a root, the roasted and brewed version is earthy, nutty, and similar to coffee, with a smooth, slightly sweet, and sometimes molasses-like taste. The roasted root is often used as a caffeine-free coffee substitute, either on its own or blended with coffee.
Chicory can improve digestive health. It also helps manage blood sugar, can support heart health by lowering cholesterol, and may aid in weight loss by promoting fullness. Additionally, chicory possesses anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-stress properties.
It tastes warm, sweet, and slightly spicy, with woody and floral notes.
In fact there are two main types of cinnamon:
1) Cassia is typically stronger, spicier, and can have a more bitter taste;
2) Ceylon cinnamon is more delicate and complex with citrus undertones;
Cinnamon has high antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and it has potential to improve heart health by lowering blood pressure. It may also help manage blood sugar levels and improve insulin sensitivity, especially for those with type 2 diabetes.
It has strong, pungent, and sweet flavor with a warm, woody, and slightly peppery taste that can almost have a numbing sensation.
Cloves are full with antioxidants, which protect against oxidative stress from free radicals. This can help lower the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and cancer.
They also have natural anti-inflammatory properties that may reduce inflammation in the body.
This tea or infusion can reduce bloating, bronchitis, constipation, cough, cramps and gas.
In tea it tastes like mild, sweet licorice or anise, often with earthy and herbal undertones and a naturally sweet finish.
As ginger helps the body to fight excess inflammation and acts as an antioxidant it can help alleviate:
Morning sickness;
Motion sickness;
Nausea caused by chemotherapy;
It also may :
Help with cold or sore throat when made in a tea.
Prompt the body to release enzymes that help break down food;
Sip ginger tea or grate raw ginger root, add honey and lemon.
It tastes pungent, spicy, and sweet with a peppery, citrusy, and warm quality.
It:
Contains Vitamin C;
It has minerals that contribute to overall well-being;
Is ich in antioxidants
May help lower blood pressure;
May improve heart health;
However, moderated intake is essential, as excessive consumption can cause possible side effects like:
Dizziness; This is especially true for people with
Drowsiness; low blood pressure, or who takes blood
Weakness; pressure medication;
Also, excessive intake of Hibiscus can lead to:
Constipation;
Gas;
Upset stomach;
Hibiscus tastes tart, tangy, and fruity. It is often compared to cranberries, with a slightly floral and sometimes earthy sweetness.
Drinking lavender tea provides relaxation and sleep, supporting digestive health, and boosting the immune system. Also it may help reduce stress and anxiety, may soothe stomach issues, and provide antioxidants to support immune function.
Lavender tastes floral, with hints of mint, and a slightly sweet, sometimes bitter, and woody flavor profile.
It tastes citrusy, slightly sweet, and grassy, with hints of ginger and floral notes, but without the bitterness of lemon rind.
Benefits of lemongrass might include to support digestive health, boost immunity, and help manage anxiety as well as cholesterol levels. It is rich in antioxidants, it can also may help to reduce bloating, and may support healthy skin and hair.
Liquorice serves a medical purpose - sore-throat relief.
Interestingly liquorice root, Glycyrrhizin, tastes sweeter than sugar despite having a zero glycaemic index.
But everyone needs to be aware that people suffering from hypertension (high blood pressure 140/90 mmHg or higher) should avoid excessive consumption of Liquorice (British English) or licorice (American English).
It tastes intensely sweet and a little bitter, with earthy and woody notes, and a flavor often compared to anise and fennel.
It is grown in Morocco and other parts of the world. It's a hardy perennial that's easy to grow and can tolerate a variety of climates, for example, thrives in diverse UK climates as well, including temperatures down to -20°.
Moroccan Mint tea leaves are packed with calcium, copper, fluoride, magnesium and selenium. Each one of these minerals is known to boost the immune system.
Health benefits:
To relieve symptoms of Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Can be used to inhibit the growth of some types of bacteria.
Can be used to freshen breath.
Can be gargled to relieve a sore throat.
Crushed it can be used on your temples to ease a headache or put directly onto insect stings.
It tastes refreshing, invigorating, and sweet.
It has calming and sedative effects, primarily to help with anxiety and insomnia. Also it may improve sleep quality. and help with menopausal syndrome relief. Passion flower may help soothe stomach problems and reduce gastrointestinal spasms, particularly those related to stress.
Be aware that Passion flower is generally considered safe for short-term use, but it can cause side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, and confusion.
Passion fruit has mild, earthy, and slightly sweet taste, with subtle grassy and floral notes, similar to a very weak green tea or a diluted herbal infusion.
It is typically not tea but treated as such. Its herbal infusions are made from mint plants. As it does not contain caffeine it is ideal to unwind with or to drink after dinner to promote digestion.
Additionally, peppermint is a bright and uplifting herb that is much loved due to its invigorating and refreshing taste.
Plant species include - Mentha piperita.
It is grown only in South Africa and is naturally free from caffeine. The study of traditional knowledge that was commissioned by the South African government in 2014 approved that the thin, needle-like rooibos leaves are:
1) High in antioxidants; 2) Caffeine free;
The plant can relieve:
1) Allergic symptoms; 2) Help heal damaged skin;
3) Provide an energy boost;
Rooibos tea tastes smooth, naturally sweet with earthy, nutty, and sometimes woody or slightly caramel notes.
It can taste sweet, fruity, and tangy with notes of toffee, and sometimes floral, apple, or plum undertones, but it is generally a dynamic mix of sweet and sour.
Rosehip benefits include boosting the immune system, supporting joint health by reducing inflammation and pain, and promoting heart health by lowering cholesterol and blood pressure. They are also beneficial for skin health due to their high content of antioxidants and vitamins A, C, and E, which hydrate the skin, reduce wrinkles, and protect against damage.
It says that Thyme is a natural expectorant that relaxes the respiratory tract and loosens mucus.
Studies have found that using thyme in combination with primrose or ivy relieves the frequency and duration of coughs.
Also, it helps:
1) Blood pressure; 4) Indigestion;
2) Boost water lass: 5) Stimulate appetite;
3) Colic in infants;
Thyme tastes earthy and aromatic, slightly minty, and peppery, with subtle woodsy notes.
Recipe: Place two tablespoons of fresh thyme (or one tablespoon of dried) in a cup of hot water to make thyme tea. Allow it to steep, then drain out the herb and honey to taste.