Stress-Reducing Herbal Tea Recipe
Ingredients
Total Time:
5 minutes prep time
10 minutes cook time
15 minutes total time
1 teaspoon dried chamomile flowers
1 teaspoon dried lavender flowers
½ teaspoon dried lemon balm leaves
½ teaspoon dried peppermint leaves
1 slice of fresh ginger
1 cup boiling water
Optional:
1 teaspoon honey
Lemon slice
Instructions
Bring water to a boil in a kettle or on the stove. While water is boiling, mix dried herbs in a large mug. Add the fresh ginger slices for an extra soothing effect. Pour 1 cup of boiling water over the herbs in a mug. Cover and let the tea steep for 5-10 minutes, depending on how strong you like your tea.
Strain the tea into a cup using a fine mesh strainer.
Stir in honey and add a slice of lemon for extra flavor and sweetness. Enjoy your stress-reducing herbal tea while it's warm.
Benefits
Chamomile: Known for its calming properties, chamomile can help reduce anxiety and promote better sleep.
Lavender: This herb is renowned for its relaxing and stress-relieving effects.
Lemon Balm: Often used to reduce stress and improve mood, lemon balm can also help with relaxation.
Peppermint: Peppermint adds a refreshing flavor and can aid in digestion, which can sometimes be affected by stress.
Ginger: Fresh ginger can provide a warming effect and has anti-inflammatory properties that may help reduce stress.
Enjoy this soothing herbal tea whenever you need a moment of calm and relaxation!