Is mint tea healthy? And how do you make it yourself?
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Fresh mint tea is extremely popular these days. A few years ago it was a typical drink that you could only get in very trendy cafà © s restaurants. Today you can even order a nice warm mug with mint in the smallest bar on the corner.
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The downside: that mint tea often costs a ridiculous amount. That is of course not necessary at all - after all, it is only a few twigs with some water. Making your own mint tea is therefore ideal: you are a lot cheaper. It's super easy, and you can enjoy it at home too.
Mint tea healthy?
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Making mint tea is of course partly done because it is very tasty. But did you know that you have many more reasons to love this hot drink? Mint tea is an incredibly healthy drink.
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It is, like all types of tea, a very good and tasty way to get enough water every day. Essential for your body to function properly. Unlike black and green tea, it does not contain caffeine. There is nothing wrong with this in itself, but certainly in large quantities it can have health disadvantages. Moreover, mint has all kinds of extra healthy properties.
What is mint tea good for?
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One of the main benefits of mint is that it has a beneficial effect on your stomach and intestines. It therefore works very well against nausea! If you suffer from stomach ache or rumbling intestines after eating, a glass of mint tea can also be an ideal remedy. The same is true if you often feel bloated.
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Finally, making mint tea is good for smelly breath - just like chewing gum, but healthier! Because tea contains practically no calories, it is an ideal drink to drink when you watch your weight.
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Drinking calories is after all one of the biggest pitfalls during a diet. Before you know it, you'll have poured in the energy equivalent of half a meal! Research also suggests that people with oily skin can notice enormous improvement by drinking two cups of mint tea a day.
Making mint tea
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So how exactly do you make that super responsible drink? It's really easy! Boil water, put three or four sprigs of mint in a glass and pour the water over it. Let it steep for a while and drink it with a dash of honey if you prefer it a little sweeter.
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Of course you can add other herbs or seasonings in addition to honey; a squeeze of lemon juice makes the tea just a little fresher, and the combination with a few sprigs of thyme provides an extra rich, warm taste. And an added benefit: added herbs often have their own health benefits.
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Grow your own mint
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Of course you can often just buy fresh mint at the supermarket. But if you have a little space in your garden or windowsill, it can also be very worthwhile to grow a mint bush yourself. Not only is it a lot cheaper, but often also make it more flavorful to use fresh mint.
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If you are going for mint from the supermarket, keep it wrapped in a damp cloth in the refrigerator. That way it stays fresh for the longest and you can easily make your own mint tea at any time!
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If you're going for mint from the supermarket, keep it wrapped in a damp cloth in the fridge. That way it stays fresh for the longest and you can easily make your own mint tea at any time!