Peppermint is a tea that contains no caffeine. It is made from nothing else but the leaves of the bush. It is a mix between spearmint and watermint and has a high menthol content. It has a strong aroma and a strong mint flavour.
Peppermint tea can be drunk either hot or cold. It can be drunk anytime during the day however you will get extra benefits if you drink it before bedtime.
Peppermint tea is known to provide the following benefits.
Relaxation:
You have a greater chance of falling asleep if you are actually relaxed when your head hits the pillow, so drinking peppermint herb tea before bed is a great way to prepare yourself for a night of good, sound sleep. If you are suffering from sleep deprivation, you may want to try peppermint herb tea for that reason alone; it has been shown to battle sleep deprivation quite effectively, which ties in to its overall benefit of helping to relax you for sleep. Stress, too, can be an inhibitor of sleep since tension, and tightness in your muscles make it harder to fall asleep. Drinking herb tea just before bed can be an easy and proven way to release the tension in your muscles. All these factor contribute to a great nights sleep.
Stomach Soothing:
Drinking peppermint herb tea before bed can also lead to benefits for your stomach. If you are experiencing stomach aches, stomach pains, stomach cramps you should try to soothe your stomach with peppermint tea. Often called the “stomach healer,” peppermint herb tea also helps in the promotion of good digestion while also cutting down on heartburn.
Immune System Boost:
Peppermint tea acts as a great preventative measure against catching the common cold or, worse, the flu. Peppermint tea comes with good amounts of potassium, calcium and vitamin B, all very useful in combating colds and flues.
Ingredients:
2-3 Teaspoons of peppermint tea leaves per cup.
Method:
Put the peppermint tea leaves into a cup
Pour in the hot water
Allow to infuse for 3 minutes
Strain into another cup. Use a tea strainer to catch the peppermint tea leaves.
Enjoy a great tasting tea.