We all know it's not just what you drink, but what is IN what you drink.
Ever wondered what type of ingredients you should be on the look out for when shopping for either a heath and wellness tea or a detox tea? I mean really, how do you know what you are putting in your body if you don't even know the benefits it provides?
Well lets break down some key ingredients to look for and what type of benefit they can provide you:
Garcinia Cambogia: This fruit produces hydroxycitric acid which is very useful for the human body. It does not allow the lipogenesis process to convert food into fat. Apart from that, this powerful fruit extracts also controls appetite and burns away stored fat.
Cinnamon: Cinnamon is full of healthy surprises. It prevents and counteracts the symptoms of 2 type of diabetes. This has beneficial effects on glucose levels and insulin sensitivity. Apart from improving glucose levels, Cinnamon lowers LDL, cholesterol, triglyceride concentrations, and overall cholesterol levels without affecting HDL. Cinnamon may actually prevent the spread and growth of cancer cells. Cinnamon is very high in iron, calcium and fiber. By adding these ingredients to your tea or meal, you are increasing your mineral levels. Cinnamon improves circulations and helps manage blood sugar levels. This results in fewer sugar cravings so when you eat you can more readily burn calorie intake.
Oolong: Oolong contains caffeine. Caffeine works by stimulating the central nervous system. Oolong is great for shaping thinking skills and improving mental alertness. Also, it is used, in some cases, in the prevention of cancer. Oolong can also boost fat oxidation, increasing the body's ability to lose weight.
Burdock Root: Burdock root is often eaten, yet, can also be dried and steeped into tea. It works well as a source of inulin, a prebiotic fiber that aids digestion and improves gut health. Additionally, this root contains flavonoids (plant nutrients), phytochemicals, and antioxidants that are known to have health benefits.
Chickweed: This ingredient has been used throughout Europe and North America for centuries for many conditions including: asthma, blood disorders, conjunctivitis, constipation, inflammation, dyspepsia, skin ailment, and obesity. Chickweed contains many properties which provide necessary dietary health benefits. Dieters often drink tea made from the leaves of Chickweed plants as part of a weight-loss program.
Yerba Mate: This ingredient is a central nervous stimulant containing caffeine, but it also contains a number of other nutrients including: antioxidants, amino acids, polyphenols, vitamins, and minerals. Yerba Mate has 90% more anti-oxidants than green tea and has significant immune boosting properties. Yerba Mate can slow the signs of aging as well as reduce stress and insomnia. It also detoxifies the blood and prevents many types of cancer. In addition, Yerba Mate enhances the ability to focus and increases mental energy.
Senna Leaf: The most common benefit of senna leaves is relief from constipation. Senna leaves contain compounds called sennosides, which stimulate muscle contractions in the intestines. Senna leaves contain essential oils and tannins that help to alleviate skin inflammation. With a strong antibacterial activity, they can be made into a compress which can be applied to wounds and burns.
Ginger: Ginger contains more than 400 chemical compounds, but researchers believe the gingerol compounds are the ones responsible for the root’s health benefits. They’re also responsible for its smell and flavor. Gingerol has powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can help the body in a variety of different ways.
Burdock Root: Burdock root is often eaten, yet, can also be dried and steeped into tea. It works well as a source of inulin, a prebiotic fiber that aids digestion and improves gut health. Additionally, this root contains flavonoids (plant nutrients), phytochemicals, and antioxidants that are known to have health benefits.
Marshmallow Root: This root is often used to sooth digestion, as well help with the enhancement of skin and hair. Marshmallow Root contains flavonoids, which contain anti-inflammatory properties. The flavonoids are able to reduce inflammations, while the mucilage hold them in place and prevents further damage. The extracts also induce phagocytosis, which is the process in which certain cells engulf bacteria, dead cell tissues, or other solid particles. This helps to speed up the healing process. The mucilage remains unaltered until it reaches the colon, which is why Marshmallow Root works on most inflammatory disorders.
Milk Thistle Seed: This is an amazing ingredient which protects the liver on a cellular level by blocking the entrance of harmful toxins and also initiates removal of toxins from the liver. Milk thistle is a powerful anti-oxidant which aids in maintaining health through protection from damage caused by free radicals and lipid peroxidations. Milk thistle has a remarkable ability to protect the liver and the body against virtually all types of damages. Added benefits include: lowering cholesterol levels, improving blood sugar levels, reducing hot flashes, and a reduction in the growth of cancer.
Dandelion Root: Dandelion Root is botanically rich in beta-carotene and potassium. In herbal medicine, dandelion is typically used for its taste, digestion aiding effects, and laxative oriented outputs. Widely recognized as a liver tonic as it nourishes the liver. This is also very high in iron and zinc, and is often used as a treatment for anemia, aids skin problems, as well as detoxifies poison and toxic waste in the body. This is a key ingredient in the promotion of a healthy liver and good digestion, both of which promotes the effectiveness of vitamins and nutrients.
