It is said to be right in the morning. How you start your morning, sets tone for the rest of the day. Till now, we all understand the importance of a good morning ritual, followed by a nutritious snack. These habits help your body to fill fuel with energy and kick-start necessary functions. Additionally, they help in digestion, hydration and weight management by reducing inflammation in the body.
We recently came into a fresh drink that serves as an excellent choice for your morning caffeine fix. Packed with antioxidants, it also helps in maintaining electrolyte balance in the body. This drink is called blue-mint tea.
What is blue-mint tea? How does it promote good health?
Blue-Mint Tea is a herbal infusion made of butterfly pea flowers, easily available in the market, and fresh mint leaves. To prepare it, just drink some dried butterfly peas flowers in hot water and put some mint leaves. Some people also increase taste and benefits by adding lemon juice and honey.
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Here are 4 health benefits of blue-mint tea:
1.Blue pea flower is rich in antioxidants
This vibrant blue flower contains anthocyanin, powerful antioxidants that combat oxidative stress in the body. It helps in reducing inflammation and supports intestine health by promoting digestive, metabolism and weight management by promoting beneficial intestine microbes.
2. Cools the intestine
Both mint leaves and butterfly peas flowers have natural cooling properties. They help prevent digestive discomfort including inflammation and acidity. Drinking this tea regularly can also help in cleaning the intestine lining, supporting the process of fat and fasting.
3. Stimulates bile production
Menthol and butterfly in mint help to encourage antioxidants in pea flowers. This process needs to be started the day to break fat and absorb nutrients, promote smooth digestion and to promote your body.
4. Keeps you hydrated
Hydration is necessary for overall health. Antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties of Blue-Mint T help maintain body water balance, further weight management and digestive health.
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How to make blue-mint tea
Preparation of this tea is incredibly easy:
- Boil water and add some dried butterfly peas flowers.
- Let it stand for about five minutes.
- Add fresh mint leaves (crush them a little before adding).
- Let the tea sit for one and two to three minutes.
- Stress and enjoy in a cup. You can also add honey and lemon for extra taste and health benefits.
We recommend this blue drink to include your morning routine and support the health of the intestine and maintain a healthy weight. But always remember, the moderation is the key!
