Tea and Indians have a special relationship. It’s that inalienable part of our lives that most of us can’t live without. For us it is not just a drink, but a ritual, a party and even a distraction from the monotonous everyday worries. Tea, also known as chai, is a popular drink in India and we can’t wait to start our day with a cup of tea. But what if you could combine fitness with your daily cup of ecstasy? It’s possible with lavender milk tea, which health experts swear by as the healthiest tea in the world. So, what exactly is this caffeine-free drink for good health?
Aromatic, delectable, gentle and soothing – these are the first thoughts that come to anyone who has had the pleasure of tasting lavender milk tea. The aroma of lavender milk tea is floral and delicate; it is light from the flowers and yet deep, warm and sweet from the milk and honey. It is made by soaking some dried lavender petals from the Lavandula angustifolia plant in milk. This plant was characterized by the English physician John Parkinson as “a remarkable remedy for all head and brain ailments.” This fragrant and calming tea blend will instantly awaken your senses and heal your body from within.
The combination of protein-rich milk with dried lavender helps to regain strength, increase energy, improve mood, reduce anxiety and reduce stress, just to name a few benefits. Apart from that, lavender has been used as an antidepressant in ancient medicines, treatments and therapies. This tea, when consumed at bedtime, acts as a natural sedative and aids in the relaxation of the nervous system. The components of lavender plant that make this tea extremely healthy are:
- Cineol: It is an antimicrobial agent that helps clear mucus from the lungs.
- Tannin: It reduces inflammatory processes in the body and heals ulcers on the mucous membranes of the respiratory tract. This component also allows you to quickly restore the health of persons poisoned by heavy metal salts.
- citral: Another natural antiseptic with anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. It helps to heal eye infections.
- ursolic acid: It has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties, acts as a natural pacemaker, helps prevent atherosclerosis and helps the body fight against cancer cells.
- Valeric Acid: It improves the function of the colon
To make lavender milk tea, do the following at home:
- Soak the lavender blossoms in a bowl of hot water for 5 minutes.
- Heated milk in a small pan until it boils while the tea is brewing. However, don’t let it overflow
- Then filter the lavender using a tea basket and pour heated milk over the strained tea in the mug.
- Add sweetener if desired and stir. You’re done. Sit back and enjoy your lavender tea
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