Popular television couple Dipika Kakar and Shoaib Ibrahim has often shared their love for tea
The duo can be seen spending lovely times with each other over a hot cup of this much loved beverage
If you are also a tea addict, you can even try out these healthy herbal tea recipes that have numerous benefits-
1. Chamomile Tea
Mix camomile flowers in hot water and let them infuse for 2 to 3 minutes. Strain and serve during bedtime
Benefits- Chamomile tea helps you to fall asleep faster and its antioxidant apigenin binds together certain receptors in your brain to help it relax thereby promoting happiness
2. Ginger Tea
Boil the half inch of ginger root with water for a few minutes. Strain and serve in the morning
Benefits- Ginger contains a compound called 6-gingerol which helps in relaxing the gastrointestinal muscles and also brings down nausea related problems
3. Lemongrass & Ginger Tea
Add lemongrass stalks, half an inch ginger and boil for 10 minutes. Pour the tea into a cup and enjoy it early morning
Benefits- Lemongrass is a promising herb for anti-hyperglycemic treatment and ginger shows antidiabetic activity
4. Hibiscus Tea
Add dried hibiscus flowers in a teapot and pour boiling water over them. Let it seep for 5 minutes, then strain and sweeten if needed and enjoy
Benefits- It is great to have hibiscus tea a week before your periods is supposed to start as this beverage helps in relaxing the muscles around the bladder and uterus thereby reducing cramps
5. Tulsi Tea
Add 5-10 tulsi leaves in a cup of water and allow them to boil for some time. Strain it and enjoy. You can have this tea at any time of the day
Benefits- Tulsi tea can ward off cough, cold, sore throat, lung infections and help in bone marrow protection