A hot cup of tea can be a great way to boost your bodies immune system. Many types of teas have immune-boosting properties as well as antiviral and antimicrobial properties. These attributes can help your body build a strong defense against colds and flus in our winter months. Tea has been used as a herbal medicine for thousands of years in order to protect the body from illnesses. They have also been used as a relaxing agent to soothe the body as well as the mind. Let’s be honest, tea is not a replacement for medication, holistic or otherwise, but it does have it’s benefits that will undeniably promote a healthier body and spirit.
Here are some of the teas that you may find useful in your journey to a healthier body:
ECHINACEA TEA: Which contains antimicrobial properties and can help to ward off colds and flus.
GREEN TEA: Which contains antimicrobial properties that can help to boost your immune system.
LICORICE ROOT TEA: Has a wealth of health benefits, including antiviral and antimicrobial properties that can help to boost your immune system.
PEPPERMINT TEA: Which is high in antioxidants along with a variety of other health benefits.
CHAMOMILE TEA: Chamomile has been used as a component of herbal medicine for centuries to help boost the immune system.
LEMONGRASS TEA: Lemongrass is also high in antioxidants and can help to reduce inflammation.
HIBISCUS TEA: Hibiscus has many other health benefits, including high levels of iron, antioxidants, and Vitamin C.
BLACK TEA: Black tea is high in antioxidants and has a variety of other health benefits, like soothing inflammation and boosting heart health.
ELDERBERRY TEA: This tea is the popular tea was for the flu. It also helps with body pain and chronic fatigue.
No matter the season, it's always a good idea to take extra steps to stay healthy and boost your immune system. Sip some natural teas on a regular basis and combine it with good sleeping habits, a healthy diet and an active lifestyle to help keep your body in tip-top shape.
Thank you for reading this post. I hope it gives you some knowledge and motivation to help your body boost its immune system in these difficult times. I’ll leave you with this saying “ Listen to your ancestors, then talk to your children”. Let’s promote good health not only in our communities, let’s make it a movement.
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