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What is an herbal infusion? Herbal infusion or tisane is a decoction of herbs, spices, and other plant materials in hot water, containing no caffeine. Tea is what keeps people running on a hectic day, without any caffeine. There has been an exponential rise for the need of herbal tea in the market, owing to the great health benefits and the great range of flavors that they come in. These herbal infusions can be categorized into

• Black tea
• Green tea
• White tea
• Yellow tea
• Oolong tea

One surprising fact to note here is that, just like normal tea, herbal tea can be consumed either hot or cold! However, herbal tea can be made from any leaf, and hence, each leaf or at least, the plant from which it is taken should be checked for any toxic content, which might harm the consumer. Tea has more health benefits than risks, and herbal tea adds on to the health benefits. The types mentioned above are only a few and the sheer number of herbal tea available in the market today is bound to strike anyone with awe. Herbal tea

• Is a detox agent
• Helps in slimming down
• Helps in better digestion
• Gives energy early in the morning (sort of a wake-up agent).
• Calms down the senses and gives a relaxed feeling.
• Boosts the immunity of the body by fighting against harmful cells.

Adding on to these amazing benefits, peppermint tea and lemon tea are two types of tea that are extremely helpful in maintaining proper digestion and a clear throat. Tea is often considered the god of beverages. This is plainly due to the immense health benefits, and its ability to combine with many herbs to give an even healthier decoction. Adding honey to tea is another great idea. Honey and tea, put together, help in maintaining body shape and helps in slimming down. Herbal tea is probably the drink for life. Just the smell of an effective herbal infusion can make anyone forget all the sorrows in their life and give a brisk and refreshed feeling.

There are three major types of herbal infusions with great health effects. They are:

Ginger Infusion

This herbal infusion is one where ginger is one of the main ingredients. Ginger is one of the best ingredients that can be used to clear your throat and improve the throat sourness. Ginger tea is best served with raw honey as the effect of honey and ginger on the throat multiplies the effectivity of the decoction. It should be drunk with hot boiling water. It calms down any symptoms of nausea.

Fennel and Rosemary Infusion

The best way to detox your body is through the use of this great decoction. It calms down the digestive tract and detoxifies the throat and the digestive systems. Rosemary’s anti-bacterial properties have been well documented and this decoction is the perfect herbal infusion to take when you have a stomach upset or do not feel well. Best consumed with boiling water.

Lemon and Honey Tea

Lemon is known as one of the best sources of vitamin C. Lemon tea is one of the best infusions to take in the early morning as it detoxifies the body and keeps the body fresh throughout. Combined with honey’s anti-microbial characteristics, lemon and honey infusion is the best decoction to take early in the morning.

Mint Herbal Infusion

Mint is the best ingredient to clear the throat, cleanse the stomach, and improve digestion. Mint tea is the best combination to consume when the body requires cleansing and purification. This tea is used for decongesting sinuses, reduce chest congestion, and prevents cold and flu. Mint tea often tastes like those mint sodas that you get on the road side, but since it is tea, it is all the more powerful and effective.

Tea is often considered the god of beverages, owing to its ability to combine with many herbs to give an even healthier decoction. Just the smell of an effective herbal infusion can make anyone forget all the sorrows in their life and give a brisk and refreshed feeling.