If you’ve ever browsed the tea aisle at the grocery store, you’ve probably seen the many varieties of teas that are now available for purchase. They may all sound beneficial, but what do they mean exactly? You’ve probably wondered how valerian root can be beneficial and if sleepytime tea actually works. If you’re wondering how teas can benefit you, we’re here to help!
Valerian Root Tea
If you’re stressed out or have trouble sleeping, valerian root may help. Certain chemicals in the plant have a mild sedative effect, so you may want to try sipping on valerian root tea before bed. However, it may take a few weeks for the tea to build up in your system, so give it some time before giving up on the tea completely. Valerian root may also be a successful treatment for insomnia, but may take two to four weeks of daily use.
Valerian root may also help to calm symptoms of anxiety, thanks to chemicals in the plant that help to bind to certain receptors in the brain. Valerian root may also help to treat conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome since it helps to relax muscles of the digestive tract.
Licorice Root Tea
Licorice root tea is an excellent choice for people who suffer from indigestion, acid reflux, and upper-respiratory symptoms. If you’re battling a cough or sore throat, try a cup of licorice root tea three times per day, but do not consume for more than a couple of weeks at a time. Licorice root tea should not be consumed for long periods of time and it is not safe for pregnant women.
Dandelion Root Tea
Dandelion root tea is great for providing long-term health benefits such as cancer prevention, immune system function, and kidney or liver function. Dandelion tea may also help to regulate blood pressure, blood sugar, and insulin levels.
The best part about dandelion root tea is that you can enjoy the health benefits by picking dandelions from your very own yard. Add the dried dandelion root to a cup of boiling water and let it seep to enjoy the benefits. Dandelion root is also a great addition to smoothies, homemade juices, or even salads.
Sleepytime Tea
Sleepytime teas are becoming more and more popular, but do they actually work? Sleepytime tea is typically a combination of chamomile, tilia flowers, lemongrass, and blackberry leaf. The chamomile can be very calming for many people, helping them to sleep better. However, people with allergies to ragweed or daisies should not consume chamomile tea, and you should avoid chamomile if you are taking anticoagulants since chamomile can interfere with blood clotting.
Chamomile can be an excellent choice if you’re having trouble getting a good night’s sleep. Chamomile can improve quality of sleep, and the combination of tilia flowers, lemongrass, and blackberry leaf can help to reduce anxiety, fight menstrual cramps, improve digestion, and fight inflammation.
Teas are known for their health benefits, and many flavors taste delicious. The next time you’re in the store and browsing through the tea selection, try a new variety of tea and see how it benefits you.
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