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6. Rooibos Tea
Rooibos is an herbal tea that comes from South Africa. It is made from the leaves of the rooibos or red bush plant.
South Africans have historically used it for medicinal purposes, but there is very little scientific research on the topic.
Nevertheless, a few animals and human studies have been conducted. So far, studies have failed to show that it’s effective for allergies and kidney stones.
However, one study has shown that rooibos tea may benefit bone health. One test-tube study suggests that rooibos tea, along with green and black tea, might stimulate the cells involved in bone growth and density.
The same study found that the teas also lowered markers of inflammation and cell toxicity. The researchers suggested that this might be why drinking tea is associated with higher bone density.
Moreover, preliminary evidence shows that rooibos tea may help prevent heart disease.
One study found that rooibos tea inhibited an enzyme that causes blood vessels to constrict, similar to how a common blood pressure medication does.
Also, another study found that drinking six cups of rooibos tea daily for six weeks lowered blood levels of “bad” LDL cholesterol and fat while increasing “good” HDL cholesterol.
Much more research is needed to confirm these effects and discover any further benefits. However, the preliminary evidence shows promise.
SUMMARY:
Rooibos tea has just recently begun to be studied by scientists. Preliminary evidence suggests that rooibos tea may help improve bone health and reduce heart disease risk, but more studies are needed.
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7. Sage Tea
Sage tea is well known for its medicinal properties, and scientific research has begun to support several of its health benefits, especially for brain health.
A number of test-tube, animal and human studies have shown that sage is beneficial for cognitive function, as well as potentially effective against the effects of the plaques involved in Alzheimer’s disease.
In fact, two studies on oral sage drops or sage oil found improvements in the cognitive function of those with Alzheimer’s disease, although the studies had limitations.
Moreover, sage appears to provide cognitive benefits for healthy adults as well.
A number of studies found improvements in mood, mental function, and memory in healthy adults after they took one of several different types of sage extract.
What’s more, one small human study found that sage tea improved blood lipid levels, while another study in rats found that sage tea protected against the development of colon cancer.
Sage tea appears to be a healthy choice, offering benefits for cognitive health and potentially heart and colon health. More studies are needed to find out more about these effects.
SUMMARY:
Several studies have found that sage improves cognitive function and memory. It may also benefit colon and heart health.
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8. Lemon Balm Tea
Lemon balm tea has a light, lemony flavor and seems to have health-promoting properties.
In a small study of 28 people who drank either barley tea or lemon balm tea for six weeks, the lemon balm tea group had improved elasticity of the arteries. Arterial stiffness is considered a risk factor for heart disease, stroke, and mental decline.
In the same study, those who drank lemon balm tea also had increased skin elasticity, which typically tends to decline with age. However, the study was of poor quality.
Another small study in radiology workers found that drinking lemon balm tea twice a day for one month increased the body’s natural antioxidant enzymes, which help protect the body from oxidative damage to cells and DNA.
As a result, participants also showed improved markers of lipid and DNA damage.
Preliminary evidence has also suggested that lemon balm may improve high blood lipid levels.
Furthermore, a number of studies have shown that lemon balm improved mood and mental performance.
Two studies including 20 participants evaluated the effects of different dosages of lemon balm extract. They found improvements in both calmness and memory.
Another small study found that lemon balm extract helped reduce stress and improve math processing skills.
Finally, another small study found that lemon balm tea reduced the frequency of heart palpitations and anxiety.
Lemon balm tea may offer a number of potential health benefits and would make a good addition to any herbal tea collection.
SUMMARY:
Preliminary studies have found that lemon balm tea may improve antioxidant levels, heart and skin health and even aid in relieving anxiety.
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9. Rose Hip Tea
Rosehip tea is made from the fruit of the rose plant.
It is high in vitamin C and beneficial plant compounds. These plant compounds, in addition to certain fats found in rose hips, result in anti-inflammatory properties.
Several studies have looked into the ability of the rose hip powder to reduce inflammation in people with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis.
Many of these studies found it effective at reducing inflammation and its related symptoms, including pain.
Rose hips may also be beneficial for weight management, as one 12-week study in 32 overweight people found that taking rose hip extract resulted in decreased BMI and belly fat.
Rose hip’s anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects may also help fight skin aging.
One preliminary study found that taking rose hip powder for eight weeks reduced the depth of wrinkles around the eyes and improved moisture and skin elasticity of the face.
These properties may result in other health benefits as well, though more studies will be needed to confirm these effects and investigate any new ones.
SUMMARY:
Rose hip tea is high in vitamin C and antioxidants. Its anti-inflammatory properties may reduce inflammation and pain associated with arthritis. Studies have also found rose hips effective at fighting aging of the skin and reducing stomach fat.
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10. Passionflower Tea
The leaves, stems, and flowers of the passionflower plant are used to make passionflower tea.
Passionflower tea is traditionally used to relieve anxiety and improve sleep, and studies have begun to support these uses.
For example, one study found that drinking passionflower tea for one week significantly improved sleep quality scores.
What’s more, two human studies found that passionflower was effective at reducing anxiety. In fact, one of these studies found that passionflower was as effective as an anxiety-relieving medication.
Yet, another study found that passionflower helped relieve the mental symptoms of opioid withdrawal, such as anxiety, irritability, and agitation, when taken in addition to clonidine, the medication usually used for opioid detoxification treatment
Passionflower tea seems to be a good choice when it comes to relieving anxiety and promoting calmness.
SUMMARY:
Studies have found that passionflower tea may help improve sleep and reduce anxiety.
The Bottom Line
Herbal teas come in a variety of delicious flavors and are naturally free of sugar and calories.
Many herbal teas also offer health-promoting effects, and modern science has begun to validate some of their traditional uses.
Whether you’re a tea lover or novice, don’t be afraid to give these 10 herbal teas a try.
