This plant is no longer recognized by its appearance, but by its aroma, which is incomparable to anything fragrant and fragrant. The smell of mint is fragrant, slightly cooling - a symphony of aromas and freshness - is not forgotten for a long time and remains in the memory.
Many people love to drink mint tea to calm down and relax a little. This fragrant herb, beloved by many, is the subject of our conversation today. Of course, I will also talk about the beneficial medicinal properties of peppermint.
Growth and chemical composition of mint
Peppermint grows in the garden, in the meadow. Harvesting is carried out when it blooms. Dry in a ventilated area. Mint contains essential oil, bitterness, organic acids, flavonoids, microelements (zinc, selenium, molybdenum, copper, manganese, strontium).
The main component of mint oil is menthol- produces: a calming, analgesic and antiseptic effect and actually determines the main medicinal properties of mint itself. The effect of menthol and the pharmacological properties of mint in general is complemented by the presence of organic acids, which have adaptive properties and normalize the nervous system. Flavonoids have antispasmodic properties. The aerial part of mint is used to obtain essential oil by steam distillation of water.
Menthol is the main component of ointments (menovazin, efkamon), solutions, drops used to treat angina pectoris, neuroses, hysteria, and itchy dermatoses. Validol and Corvalol, Zelenin drops and menthol pencils, mint tablets used for nausea, dental drops and many other medicines and products containing menthol.
Mint: beneficial medicinal properties
The benefits of peppermint are beyond doubt, since this herb has a centuries-old history in folk medicine.
- Mint and peppermint oil has antiseptic properties in relation to the entire intestinal microflora, due to the presence of menthol. When using mint preparations, the pancreas and kidneys normalize and improve their function.
- Mint tincture is used for rinsing and lotions: for throat diseases, for mouth ulcers.
- This plant helps to: improve mood, increase efficiency, relieve stress, anxiety, irritability, normalizes.
- Mint also has a good effect on the cardiovascular system, helps normalize blood pressure and relieve migraine-like symptoms.
- Baths with the addition of a decoction of its leaves relieve nervous excitement.
Mint is a female herb, it improves the functioning of the female reproductive system, helps with menopause and is involved in regulating the menstrual cycle, relieves spasms and even slightly reduces the amount of unwanted hair growth.
But the strong half of humanity gets carried away with it Not recommended— it quite significantly reduces the level of testosterone in the blood, and therefore reduces libido.
The use of mint in folk medicine
Made from mint infusion and drops in alcohol.
Mint infusion– cooking method: pour 1 liter into a saucepan. water, add 2 tablespoons of chopped herbs. Cover the pan with a lid, turn the heat to low and simmer for a quarter of an hour, then leave for half an hour. Strain. Take - a glass four times a day. Meal times don't matter.
Mint drops- pour 1 liter into 100 grams of dried mint. 40% alcohol. Keep in the dark for 1 month. After the specified period, strain. Take: 5-20 drops three times a day. The course of taking mint preparations is up to six months. 
Mint tea - its beneficial properties and preparation
There are two options for a healing infusion - the actual brewed peppermint herb, and a mixture of green or black with mint. Connoisseurs can add honey and lemon to the drink.
It is more beneficial when a freshly picked sprig of mint is added to freshly brewed tea; the dry raw material no longer has that indescribable fragrance; during storage, the volatile essential substances of the medicinal plant evaporate quite quickly.
When preparing mint tea, the ingredients are taken in a 1:1 ratio; for a spoonful of tea leaves, take the same amount of crushed dry mint raw materials or 5-6 fresh leaves. Pour in not boiling water, but slightly cooled water, about 90 degrees. Let it brew for a quarter of an hour before using.
There is also a cold variety of mint tea, when ice, lemon or lime are added to the drink. People love to drink it to refresh and quench thirst in the summer heat.
Use of mint in cooking
Peppermint leaves are an excellent seasoning for dishes due to their fragrant and aromatic smell. A handful of chopped herbs adds a refreshing flavor to any culinary delight. National Caucasian dishes are not complete without mint. It is used to flavor chilled drinks and tea mixtures. Milk will not turn sour when you add a mint leaf to it.
The oil of this wonderful herb is also used in the manufacture of certain types of soap and tooth powder.
Mint contraindications
In addition to the undoubted medicinal properties, mint can cause significant harm to our body.
- it should not be abused for hypotension;
- Mint does not have a very good effect on male potency, especially with regular consumption of more than three cups per day;
- The response speed decreases somewhat, so drivers clearly don’t need mint tea early in the morning;
- when using pharmacological preparations with menthol, be careful not to get it in the eyes or on damaged skin surfaces;
- It is not recommended for small children under three years of age;
- with increased acidity of gastric juice due to gastritis, it can cause heartburn.
Since ancient times, people have been using herbs in their diet, treating diseases with them, and fields, meadows, forest edges and roadsides delight them with their lush aromas. One of the most popular and significant herbs is peppermint. Its properties and contraindications have been known for many centuries. However, not all varieties have medicinal properties and are suitable for consumption. Of all the species, peppermint stands out. It is she who is famous for her bright, enchanting aroma.
What is it, mint?
There is probably no person who does not know the aroma of this plant. We buy mint chewing gum and toothpastes, elixirs, candies, and often their smell is our favorite mint. Its medicinal properties and contraindications have been studied for a long time. Our distant ancestors used mint to overcome various ailments. Even the ancient Romans used it. The Arabs grew mint in their gardens, the Chinese dedicated treatises to it, and the Greeks washed their hands with it and freshened their faces. In the Middle Ages, mint with milk and wine was used to treat various diseases, including headaches.
Today this plant is used as a medicinal and for cosmetic purposes. The aromatic herb is grown on farms and supplied to pharmacology. What is the secret that mint contains? The medicinal properties and contraindications, features of the preparation and use of the plant are revealed in this article.
Description
This plant is perennial, from twenty-five to sixty-five centimeters in height, has a branched rhizome and thin roots. The flowers are whitish-pink, light purple or reddish-pink. They are located on the tips of the shoots in the form of oblique inflorescences. The plant blooms throughout the summer. The stem, like the whole plant, is smooth. Mint leaves have an ovoid shape with a heart-shaped base and sharp serrated edges. The beneficial properties are mainly found in them and the flowers, although other parts are sometimes used. Mint is bred specifically in gardens and vegetable gardens or grows wild in the fields. It exudes a strong and very pleasant refreshing scent.
Compound
This aroma is a consequence of the contents of the whole set essential oils and menthol, which mint has. The medicinal properties and contraindications can be understood by studying the composition of the plant, which includes a large number of useful vitamins, substances and microelements, namely:
- vitamins - C, B1, PP, A, B5, B9, B2, B6;
- microelements - phosphorus, manganese, iron, copper, magnesium, zinc, sodium, potassium;
- amino acids such as betaine and arginine;
- fatty acid;
- organic acids, including chlorogenic, ursulic, oleonolic, ascorbic, acetic, caffeic and valeric;
- piperitonin pinene;
- essential oils;
- menthofuran;
- from flavodinodes - hesperidin;
- from tannins - rutin;
- phytosterols and phytosterols;
- saponins;
- alimentary fiber;
- resins;
- alcohols;
- Terpenes: citral, geraniol, limonene, terpinene, carvacrol.
It consists of seventy-eight percent water and two and a half percent essential oils.
Dietary fiber per hundred grams of leaves contains:
- fat - 1 g;
- carbohydrates - about 7 g;
- proteins - about 4 g.
The energy value for the indicated weight is seventy-one kilocalories. This plant is a storehouse of useful qualities.
Collection and preparation
It can be purchased at the pharmacy in finished form, in bags or as dry raw materials that are brewed. But it’s even better if you collect mint with your own hands and prepare it for the winter. For those who decide to do this, the following tips will help:
- The grass should be collected in the first half of the day, in dry weather, preferably when the plant is just beginning to bloom. Then mint contains the highest concentration of its beneficial substances. In this case, mainly its leaves and flowers are used.
- Although the plant blooms throughout the summer, this period varies in different regions and may be somewhat shorter.
- Mint can be collected by plucking the stems for greater speed, and at home you can tear off its leaves and flowers, which are suitable for use.
- The mint is dried outdoors in the shade. To do this, the plant is laid out in a thin layer on paper or fabric. It is advisable to stir it from time to time.
- After the raw materials are ready, they are wrapped in paper bags or glass containers, which are tightly covered.
- It is stored in a dry and dark place for up to two years.
- In order for the herb to retain more of its properties, it is better to chop it only before use, and not in advance.
Application
Peppermint is best known for its essential oil content, called menthol. It imbues the plant with a characteristic refreshing aroma that everyone loves so much.
There is an opinion that it is better to harvest peppermint in the spring, even before flowering.
Its properties are used in herbal medicine, mint is added to culinary dishes. It is also used to get rid of nausea, flatulence, nervous disorder, poor digestion, asthma, bronchial or pulmonary inflammation, cardiovascular and gynecological diseases, colds, migraines, spasms, cholelithiasis and many other problems. The plant complements diaphoretic herbal preparations.
Indications
Mint has a beneficial effect on the entire body. First of all, the nervous system is restored. Tea with mint helps you relax after a hard day or improve your mood in the morning. Useful properties contribute to better concentration and improved brain function.
It also plays a positive role for the digestive system. Appetite, the process of digesting food improves, and the secretion of gastric juice and saliva is stimulated. In addition, mint is a choleretic agent and wonderfully freshens breath. The intestines are cleansed, the work of the liver and gallbladder is stimulated.
Vasodilation occurs, heart rate stabilizes and blood circulation improves. In some cases, it can completely replace medications or at least supplement treatment for cardiovascular diseases.
The beneficial properties of mint for women are perfectly revealed. In cosmetology it is used for masks, baths, saunas. It is able to suppress bacteria on the skin and mucous membranes. The procedures are especially suitable for oily skin with acne. The skin then becomes elastic and velvety.
What does it cure?
Mint has plenty of beneficial properties and contraindications. It is useful to take for the following diseases:
- nervous disorders, anxiety, anxiety;
- insomnia;
- gastritis, diarrhea, other digestive tract disorders;
- nausea;
- increased acidity of gastric juice;
- migraine;
- respiratory diseases (in this case, mint essential oil is used);
- arterial hypertension;
- gynecological diseases;
- caries, gum disease;
- bacterial and fungal skin lesions.
Contraindications
Some men are afraid that their potency may worsen if they use mint. The medicinal properties and contraindications with moderate use of the plant will not appear so noticeably. It's another matter if you overuse mint. Then problems with potency may actually occur, because the production of female hormones, which peppermint contains in considerable quantities, will be produced.
Properties and contraindications can be expressed in sleep disturbances and headaches, especially with excessive consumption.
You should also refrain from using this plant for the following conditions and diseases:
- allergies;
- hypotension;
- varicose veins;
- pregnancy and lactation;
- kidney and liver disease;
- problems with conception;
- children under five years old.
In addition, doctors are inclined to believe that the active use of mint leads to a loss of sensitivity of the body to its components.
Individual intolerance to the plant may also occur, in which case it is necessary to immediately stop using it.
Mint has different effects during lactation. The beneficial properties and contraindications for women in this case will directly depend on its variety. After all, according to some, it stimulates the production of milk, while others say, on the contrary, that it reduces it. In this case, spearmint is suitable, which contains the least menthol, but contains carvone, which stimulates lactation.
Nutrition
Since mint normalizes metabolism, removes toxins from the body and regulates gastric juice, it is often used in diets. It also helps with constipation, eliminating putrefactive processes in the intestines and reducing acidity.
Mint leaves are added to:
- first and second courses;
- baking pastries, pies, cakes and cookies;
- fruit and berry desserts;
- sauces and marinades;
- milkshakes.
Peppermint is a spice, a flavor enhancer for dishes, a natural flavoring agent, and an element that improves appetite.
The tonic properties are used in various drinks, the most widespread of which is the non-alcoholic Mojito. Teas and infusions will wonderfully quench your thirst and at the same time suppress the feeling of hunger.
Mint is good to combine with products such as:
- meat;
- bird;
- fish;
- vegetables;
- fruits;
- berries;
- greenery;
- cottage cheese;
- spices;
- spices.
Mint teas
Green tea with mint, chamomile, thyme and lemon leaves is very popular. If you drink several cups of this drink a day, then within a few months a person will feel light and comfortable.
If tea is prepared from fresh leaves, then you must first pour boiling water over them, and then add water and brew.
Not all dishes are suitable for infusion. For example, plastic and metal are not recommended. It is best to brew mint tea in a porcelain or glass container. The beneficial properties are most preserved in a freshly brewed drink. Therefore, you should not cook a lot of it at once. Honey or lemon is often added to tea. It is better to avoid sugar, as it will neutralize the beneficial properties of mint.
As a cold remedy, take a tablespoon of inflorescences or leaves and pour a glass of boiling water. After just ten minutes, the drink can be taken orally.
In case of intoxication, take two tablespoons per glass of water and infuse for two hours. Drink one tablespoon during meals.
If you feel nauseous, drink one tablespoon of brewed tea per glass of water, half a glass twice a day.
For pain in the head or muscles, add a teaspoon of honey and two teaspoons of lemon zest to a glass with a pinch of dry leaves. The resulting drink should be drunk three times a day, half a glass.
Infusions and mint
The beneficial properties and contraindications of the plant must be carefully studied before starting its regular use and treatment. If no side effects are identified and mint is recommended, in addition to tea, infusions can also be prepared.
To do this, washed fresh leaves are placed in a half-liter jar and filled to the top with vodka or alcohol. You can add a little cinnamon there. The lid should be tightly closed and infused in a dark place at room temperature for two weeks.
You can prepare this simple version of the tincture: two teaspoons of the herb are poured into a thermos with a quarter liter of boiling water. After an hour, you can start drinking the strained tincture, one tablespoon six to seven times a day.
Essential oil
Many representatives of the fair sex prefer to use essential oils. Mint, whose beneficial properties and contraindications for women have been fully studied, is one of our favorite products. It is added to various face masks, massaged, and simply applied to the skin for certain problems.
It has a tonic, expectorant, absorbent and antiseptic effect, dilates blood vessels.
Mint in cosmetology
The properties of mint for women are widely used in skin care.
For example, to improve your complexion, you can prepare a lotion. To do this, mix mint infusion, cucumber juice and parsley decoction in equal quantities. They need to wipe their face morning and evening.
To relieve fatigue and tone the eyelids, apply cotton pads soaked in a chilled infusion to them.
The beneficial properties of mint for women will be expressed in a beneficial effect, especially on oily skin, even with simple use of the infusion. It will acquire a matte shade, and enlarged pores will narrow.
The ancient Russians called “dragolub,” which translated means “dear, beloved, kind,” such a healing herb as mint, the properties and uses of which were very well known to them. Today, many centuries later, we no longer call it so affectionately. But until now, mint remains a universal medicine and a favorite drink for many people.
Not all herbs can boast such a rich range of beneficial properties as mint. Mint is often used in the treatment and prevention of many diseases. This plant contains essential oil, pinene, piperitone, and tanning components. Currently, there are more than 25 types of mint in the world. In addition to menthol, the plant contains ascorbic acid and carotene.
The most beneficial substances in mint are found during its flowering. Decoctions from it can be used both internally and externally. Most often they are consumed in the form of tea, tinctures and compresses. In addition, menthol which is found in mint, added to toothpastes, essences, drops, ointments and tablets.
It is worth familiarizing yourself in more detail with the beneficial properties of mint tea, as well as some contraindications.
In ancient times, mint was used by folk healers in alternative medicine to treat many diseases. The plant is famous for its healing and calming properties. Currently, this component is even used to make cosmetics. In addition, mint is also a bactericidal agent.
Basic beneficial properties of mint:
- Relieves pain;
- Dilates blood vessels;
- Calms nerve cells;
- Tones.
The plant is often used to treat colds and viral diseases. Drinking fresh green tea with mint and lemon can help relieve existing headaches or migraines.
For colds
In order to prepare an effective mint remedy for colds, you need to pour 1 tbsp into a porcelain mug or plate. spoon of dry herb, and then pour 200 ml of boiled water over it. Cover the broth with a lid and let it brew in a dark place for 15 minutes. After this time, the broth must be strained, after which you can use it.
Can children have mint tea? If the decoction is made for a child, then it should not be made so strong. To prepare a decoction for a child, mint must be poured not 200 ml, but 500 ml of boiled water.
Tea with mint in the fight against gastritis and other gastrointestinal diseases
To prepare mint tea for gastritis and other gastrointestinal diseases, you need 2 tbsp. spoons of dry mint pour 400 ml of boiled water. The decoction should sit for at least half an hour. After this, the tea must be strained. You should drink tea before every meal.
For headaches
Mint infusion is also very effective means to combat headaches. To prepare the decoction, you need dried mint leaves in the amount of 1 teaspoon, pour 200 ml of boiled water. Add lemon, lemon zest and tbsp. a spoonful of honey. The resulting drink from these ingredients should be drunk throughout the day instead of tea.
For skin diseases
Few people know that mint can also fight various skin diseases. To do this, you just need to prepare a decoction, which must be rubbed into problem areas on the skin. To prepare a mint infusion, you need to pour 1 teaspoon of mint into 150 ml of boiling water and let it brew for at least an hour.
How to brew mint correctly?
Before brewing mint tea, you need to remember a few simple rules:
Mint tea: benefits and harm for women and men
Representatives of the fair sex mint is often used to remove toxins and waste from your body. In addition, mint decoction can normalize metabolism. As mentioned earlier, mint is included in many cosmetic products, as it can have a positive effect not only on internal organs, but also on the skin.
Mint is also beneficial for pregnant women. The plant does not have a negative effect on the fetus, so it can be used to treat colds, gastrointestinal diseases and heart and vascular diseases. However, pregnant women should not overuse mint decoctions, especially highly concentrated.
- Toxicosis;
- Colic, diarrhea and other gastrointestinal problems;
- Insomnia;
- Head pain;
- Skin inflammations.
If we talk about the benefits and harms of mint on the male body, then there are some contraindications. Men should limit themselves in drinking mint tea, as mint can have a negative effect on potency. When using this component, male hormones are produced less frequently and less actively. However, there are some benefits for men from drinking mint tea. Peppermint tea is used in the fight against gastritis. It is also able to positively influence the functioning of blood vessels, the heart, and the nervous system. Peppermint tea is very relaxing after a hard day at work, and also acts as a sedative before an important meeting.
Mint decoction for children
As mentioned earlier, mint decoction has a calming effect on the adult body. But if we talk about the effect on the child’s body, then there is still debate. Menthol, which is contained in the plant, often provokes allergies, itchy skin and rashes on the child’s skin. Mint drink can be given to children over 3 years old, and only with the permission of the pediatrician.
Recipe for making mint tea for children:
- Pour 1 teaspoon of green or black tea and 5 fresh mint petals into 700 ml of boiled water;
- Let the tea brew for 7 minutes, after which you can strain the drink;
- For taste, you can add pieces of lemon, grapefruit, green apple or other fruits to the drink.
Contraindications
Despite all the beneficial properties of mint decoction, it is also worth remembering the contraindications. They are as follows:
In conclusion, it is worth noting that mint decoction has many beneficial properties, but only in fresh form. In addition, the plant has a number of some contraindications, which you need to familiarize yourself with before drinking mint drinks. It is also necessary to observe proportions when preparing a decoction for children.
Tea is perhaps the most ancient drink known to almost all of humanity. It can be drunk almost all seasons. In ancient times, healers prescribed tea as a sedative that brought a person into a state of balance of strength and spirit. Avicenna, in his treatises on medicine, studied and described tea and its beneficial properties, prescribing it as a drink for increased nervousness, emotional discomfort, and simply to relax and calm the nervous system.
Centuries have passed since the time of Avicenna, but even today, full of energetic movement, stress and nervous overexcitement, tea remains a relevant, sought-after drink in almost every home. It is customary to greet guests with a cup of freshly brewed aromatic tea, it is also pleasant to chat with a friend over a cup of tea, discuss It’s also nice to catch up on the past day in the evening with your family over a cup of tea. But few people know that tea can not only bring taste comfort as a drink and relieve thirst, teas with special composition calm our excited nerves, help us feel calmer and more balanced. Tea made from mint leaves has proven itself to be particularly distinctive in its soothing properties.
Mint tea
Mint, this simple plant grows in almost every garden. It has small oblong leaves, bright green in color and stands out from other plants with a pleasant aroma. If you carefully study the components that make up this plant, you will find that mint is simply filled with vitamins and minerals beneficial to humans. This is vitamin C, a storehouse of youth and health, B vitamins, including magnesium, calcium, present in mint, and tannins betaine, ursulic, oleanolic acid.
10 Health Benefits of Mint
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Treatment and prevention of colds
During the cold season, perhaps mint tea has proven itself to be the most reliable assistant. With the help of menthol, which is part of it, it will ease breathing during colds, relieve headaches, and soften the manifestation of the disease. To prepare tea, you should always use earthenware or glassware. One small spoon of dry leaves should be poured with a glass of hot boiling water, and additionally “wrap” the container with a towel or napkin. In 8-10 minutes the tea is ready!
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For a healthy heart
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For women's health
Many women love and drink mint tea and for good reason. During critical days, tea helps relieve spasmodic pain, while acting as a pain reliever. But men should be treated to such tea with caution, the fact is that mint has the ability to reduce the level of male hormones.
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During pregnancy
We also received information from our grandmothers that mint tea helps cope with toxicosis in pregnant women. But you should not abuse this drink during an interesting situation. It is enough to drink 1 cup a day.
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For those who want to lose weight
Dieting is always difficult, but a drink made from mint leaves can not only quench thirst, replenish the body’s water balance, but also dull the feeling of hunger. The fact is that mint contains essential oils. They dull the desire to eat quickly and a lot. If there is a need to lose weight, then mint tea will provide effective assistance in this. It’s not for nothing that nutritionists include this drink in all kinds of weight loss diets.
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To improve digestive function
Peppermint tea will also help with digestive problems, bloating, heartburn, and intestinal dysfunction. Peppermint tea has a choleretic effect and is taken for cholelithiasis.
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Helper for toothache
Cooled to room temperature, tea will help combat the manifestations of stomatitis and relieve toothache. You just need to rinse your mouth with a freshly brewed drink.
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Calming property
Nothing puts your nerves in order like warm, pleasant mint tea; it helps you calm down, relax and feel comfort and pleasure from the world around you.
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For migraines
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For healthy looking skin
Since the mint plant contains menthol (and this gives it a unique smell and taste), a drink made from it has antibacterial properties and is widely used for skin problems. Using the infusion will relieve itching and inflammation of the skin.
Contraindications to drinking mint tea
- Young active men, mint tea is not recommended due to its ability to reduce the level of male hormones. If desired, it is enough for the “powers of this world” to drink no more than 1-2 cups of this drink per day.
- For expectant mothers You should also limit the consumption of mint tea, especially if there is a tendency to low blood pressure and inflammatory processes in the kidneys and liver.
- People suffering from varicose veins, this drink will not bring any benefits either.
Otherwise, you just need to pamper yourself with a fragrant healthy drink!
Recipes on how to properly prepare mint tea.
The mint plant itself is aromatic and tasty. It can be used both as a herbal infusion and added to green and black teas to taste.
- Pour hot boiling water over one small spoon of green tea and a few dried mint leaves and let steep for about 10 minutes. For those who have a sweet tooth, you can add a little natural honey to taste.
- Black tea is prepared similarly to green tea; for a richer aroma and taste, it is advisable to finely chop the mint leaves.
- During hot days, chilled mint tea will help relieve thirst. It is recommended to put a few pieces of ice in it before use.
You can find a large number of recipes for hot and cold mint tea, everyone will choose what they like.
What else is useful?
In the article we talk about mint tea - benefits for men and women. You will learn how to prepare mint tea according to various recipes and find out whether the tasty and healthy drink has any contraindications.
Mint tea is good for women and men
Rich, refreshing, natural, healing and aromatic, the drink is popular all over the world. It is appreciated for its pleasant taste and availability. Is mint tea healthy?
The benefits of mint tea are as follows:
- invigorates and improves brain activity;
- reduces headaches;
- restores digestive functions well;
- eliminates nausea, relieves spasms during stomach colic, restores bile balance, reduces gas formation and bloating;
- has a beneficial effect on the nervous system: eliminates anxiety and improves sleep quality.
The benefits of mint tea are undeniable for respiratory diseases, so prepare it if you need to improve expectoration, eliminate nasal congestion, and reduce fever. Drink mint tea as a preventive measure to strengthen your immune system and prevent vitamin deficiency.
The beneficial properties of mint in tea are determined by the components included in the plant:
- menthol;
- ascorbic, pantothenic, folic acids;
- tannins;
- thiamine;
- riboflavin;
- phytoncides;
- trace elements: copper, phosphorus, zinc, iron, magnesium, sodium and potassium.
Benefits of mint tea for women
The benefits of mint tea for the female body are as follows:
- normalizes hormonal levels;
- improves the condition in the premenstrual period and during menstruation;
- restores skin cells;
- eliminates the symptoms of menopause.
In the absence of contraindications, women can drink mint tea 2 cups a day. The low-calorie drink (8.5 kcal per 100 g) is popular among those who carefully control their weight. It reduces appetite, eliminates hunger for a long time and reduces cravings for sweets. Drinking mint tea between meals speeds up metabolism, which has a beneficial effect on your figure and overall well-being.
Benefits of mint tea for men
Men should be careful with a tonic drink, because mint added to tea will be beneficial or harmful depending on the amount.
One mug of mint tea before bed will help relieve stress and relieve insomnia.. In large quantities, mint reduces testosterone levels, which will cause male impotence.
Is it possible to drink mint tea during pregnancy?
The properties of mint in tea for women carrying a child are controversial among obstetricians and gynecologists. Some claim that mint in small quantities:
- smoothes out the unpleasant symptoms of early toxicosis;
- eliminates dizziness and constipation;
- tones the uterine muscles;
- prevents heartburn;
- reduces swelling of the limbs;
- increases immunity.
While mint tea is beneficial, it can also cause harm to pregnant women:
- allergic reactions;
- excessive tone of the uterine muscles, leading to miscarriage;
- severe heartburn (especially in the 3rd trimester);
- decreased blood pressure in hypotensive patients.
After the birth of a baby, knowing the benefits of mint tea for a woman, doctors recommend drinking it rarely (2-3 times a week). If pregnancy and childbirth occurred with complications, if there were health problems before conception, then the use of the drink should be agreed upon with the observing gynecologist.
Mint tea recipes
Peppermint tea can be brewed with various additives
Various additives help diversify the taste of tea and complement the benefits of mint - cinnamon, lime or lemon, honey, pine nuts, as well as black currant leaves, raspberries, cranberries or strawberries. Prepare a natural drink using the best recipes for yourself and your family.
Soothing tea
Make a calming tea to help you relax before bed, relieve headaches, and relieve insomnia.
Ingredients:
- Peppermint leaves – 1 tbsp.
- Oregano – 1 tbsp.
- St. John's wort – 1 tbsp.
- Chamomile – 1 tbsp.
- Honey – 1 tbsp.
How to cook: Mix all the herbs in a ceramic or glass teapot. Pour the mixture with 2 cups of boiling water. Leave for 15 minutes.
How to use: Drink 1-2 glasses. The effect of the prepared drink will answer the question, is it possible to drink mint at night?
Result: Herbal tea with mint soothes, eliminates headaches, relieves stress accumulated during the day.
With ginger and honey
In the morning, ginger-mint tea will invigorate you, in the evening it will soothe and relax.
Ingredients:
- Black tea – 1 tsp.
- Mint sprig – 1 pc.
- A slice of ginger root.
- Honey – 1 tsp.
How to cook: The indicated ingredients are intended to prepare 1 serving of the drink. Brew black tea. Place mint and ginger in a cup. Fill them with hot tea leaves. Leave for 5 minutes. Add honey before use.
How to use: Strain the prepared tea or drink it straight with mint and ginger. No more than 2 cups per day.
Result: What are the benefits of mint and ginger tea? Regular consumption of the drink will reduce cholesterol, strengthen blood vessels, speed up metabolism, restore weakened immunity, prevent inflammation and relieve stomach cramps.
With cranberries and honey
Tea with mint, honey and cranberries perfectly quenches thirst (in summer you can drink it chilled). The drink relieves fatigue and increases performance.
Ingredients:
- Chinese red tea – 2 tsp.
- Cranberries – 100 gr.
- Cane sugar – 2 tsp.
- Chopped peppermint leaves – 1 tsp.
- Peppermint sprigs – 2 pcs.
- Honey (to taste).
How to cook: Pour tea and mint into a heated kettle. Slowly pour boiling water. Leave for 5 minutes. Grate the cranberries and mix with sugar.
How to use: Divide the cranberries and honey into cups, then pour the prepared tea over the mixture.
Result: The benefits of black tea with mint and cranberries are undeniable - you will normalize digestion, reduce the risk of developing atherosclerosis, increase immunity and quickly restore the body after vitamin deficiency.
With cinnamon and lime
If you want to lose weight, then choose a recipe for mint tea with cinnamon and lime.
Ingredients:
- Large leaf green tea – 2 tsp.
- Lime – 0.5 pcs.
- Peppermint sprigs – 2-3 pcs.
- Cinnamon stick (length 3-5 cm) – 1 pc.
How to cook: Pour mint and tea into a heated kettle, add cinnamon. Pour boiling water over it. Leave for 2-3 minutes. The more you steep the tea, the more bitter the cinnamon will become. Instead of cinnamon sticks, you can use powder, but in this case the tea will have to be strained.
How to use: Take freshly prepared tea in the morning or evening, cold or hot, with the addition of lime wedges or squeezed juice, honey or fresh berries.
Result: What are the benefits of green tea with mint, cinnamon and lime? It is great for those who want to lose weight: it improves metabolism, cleanses the body of toxins, reduces sugar levels and breaks down fats.
Moroccan tea
In the homeland of Moroccan tea, the drink is taken throughout the day to quench thirst. European tourists prefer to drink it chilled with ice cubes. Try this invigorating drink too.
Ingredients:
- Green tea – 2 tsp.
- Sugar (to taste).
- Peppermint leaves (to taste).
How to cook: Pour green tea into the kettle, add hot water (temperature no more than 85 degrees) and leave for 15 minutes. Without stirring, carefully pour into a stainless steel kettle through a filter. Add sugar. Bring the drink to a boil. Tea is ready. All that’s left is to add mint: don’t skimp on the leaves if you want to get a drink with a pleasant bitterness. If you like, add milk or spices (ground cinnamon, cloves), lemon or orange zest.
How to use: Pour tea into tall glasses and drink throughout the day, but no more than 5-6 mugs.
Result: Tea has an excellent tonic effect, increases performance and gives strength for the whole day.
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Contraindications and possible harm
Despite the benefits of mint tea, harm from the drink is possible if you have:
- allergy to menthol;
- low blood pressure - mint tea will lower it even more, which will lead to drowsiness, lethargy, and dizziness;
- varicose veins or heartburn - mint causes an exacerbation of these pathologies;
- impotence;
- constipation – tannins in mint have a strengthening effect.
What to remember
- The beneficial properties of mint tea include its effect on the nervous system and digestion, heart and blood vessels. The drink has an anti-inflammatory effect, strengthens the immune system, and is effective against vitamin deficiency.
- Green tea with mint is especially beneficial for those who want to lose weight.
- Despite all the benefits, the harm from mint tea can be felt by hypotensive people, allergy sufferers, pregnant and lactating women, people suffering from varicose veins and gastrointestinal diseases.
- Men should only take mint tea in small quantities.
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