Best Teas for Indigestion (During the Holidays)

The holidays are almost here, and for many families that means lots of joyous feasting on the way! With that in mind, here you will find the best 2 teas for digestion. We suggest that you have at least one type in your home in the case of you, or someone else needing digestive relief during the holidays.

1 – Peppermint Tea

Peppermint tea is believed by some to be the best digestive relief tea that there is. It is that minty green herb and is commonly used for upset stomachs. Menthol is the compound found in this plant and is responsible for it´s digestive healing powers. It can help with the following symptoms:

·         Gas

·         Bloating

·         Stomach Pain

·         General Indigestion

How to prepare it:

1.       Soak 10 peppermint leaves into 1 cup of boiling water

2.       Let seep for 10 minutes

3.       Strain and enjoy this delicious tea

2 – Ginger Root Tea

Ginger root, also known as Zingiber officinale, is equally well known for it´s digestive benefits. In this root you will find gingerols and shogaols, two compounds responsible for contracting the stomach as well as emptying. Here are the symptoms it can help resolve:

·         Nausea

·         Cramping

·         Bloating

·         Gas

How to prepare it:

1.       Soak 1 tablespoon of sliced Ginger roots into 1 cup of boiling water

2.       Let seep for about 15-20 minutes

3.       Strain and enjoy this spicy and refreshing tea

Takeway

We hope you have enjoyed this practical article and tea recipes. But most of all, we hope that you enjoy your holidays, and that it is truly the most wonderful time of your year.

The QRMS team

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