The Benefits Of Herbal Health Drinks

By Nita McKinney


Herbal health drinks are big business these days. There are many drinks that claim to have added vitamins and minerals in them or herb and planet extracts. The reason for this explosion in the number of drinks is that people are alive to the potential health benefits of herbs such as rose-hips, and even flowers like dandelion.

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.

A herbal tonic is something that is usually made with red wine and fresh herbs. It takes a while to produce the beverage but it is worth it. You'll need a jar and some fresh herbs. Wash and dry the herbs and place them in the jar. Add the red wine, filling until the herbs are covered, and then stir using a wooden spoon. Seal the jar and wait for 4 weeks before drinking a little each day.

If you do not want to make your own drink then be sure to pick one that has been thoroughly researched and contains quality ingredients. Ideally, it should have no additives, coloring or flavorings, just natural ingredients.

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.

Something that is not often mentioned when speaking of herbal health drinks is the absence of caffeine in them. What is so great about them is their versatility. Coughs, colds and stomach problems can all be alleviated through drinking herbal teas. And many people like to take them when they just want to relax.




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