insideKENT Magazine Issue 34 - January 2015 | Page 77

HEALTH+WELLNESS

the benefits of herbal tea
Herbal tea is often seen as a ‘trendy’ thing to drink, but there is much more to it than that. For one
thing, it tastes good, and there are so many different varieties that you can keep experimenting
until you find the one your taste buds like the best. For another, these herbal teas are actually
incredibly healthy, and different types boast different health benefits. BY LISAMARIE LAMB

Peppermint Tea
Peppermint tea is delicious, which is great, but what’s even better is that it's an
excellent detoxifier. Peppermint heats up the body naturally, which releases the toxins
through your pores. If you are looking to lose weight, then peppermint tea might be
able to help you – it is known to suppress the appetite, so you won’t want to eat as
much as you might normally do. It is also fantastic at reducing sinus problems (great
for these cold winter days), and stomach upsets.

Chai Tea
Chai tea has been
proven to reduce
symptoms of stress and
make those who drink
it less anxious. It is a
great tea to drink just
before an important
exam or job interview,
for example, as it
clarifies the mind and
has a wonderful calming
effect.

Dandelion Tea
The liver is an important part of the body; it
cleanses, cleans and removes toxins from your
blood and without it, we would be in serious
trouble. However, what cleans the liver? What
ensures that it's kept in tiptop condition? One
way of keeping your liver healthy is to drink
dandelion tea, as this will detoxify and refresh.
Dandelion tea helps with both constipation and
diarrhoea, so it' 2v