Some teas that will help you tide over winter blues with ease

Team L&M

Having a sore throat, cold or cough is a common occurrence in winter season. A hot cup of tea is a soothing drink in such a situation. It can clear nasal blockages, and reduce inflammations as also provide relief to your sore throat. It helps in hydrating the body as one often tends to drink less water in winters. But having cups of routine milk tea can be boring. So, we bring you a few different kinds of teas that you can enjoy. Not this alone, these also strengthen your immune system.

Honey Tea
Honey is a natural way to ease the symptoms of cough and cold. It also provides relief to sore throat by reducing internal inflammation. Raw honey is a natural cough suppressant and reduce the production of mucus. You can have a spoon of honey in warm water or add a few drops of honey into your favourite herbal tea.

Green Tea
Green tea is one of the most healthy teas. It is full of antioxidants and tea polyphenols that help boost overall health. These antioxidants help reduce inflammation, eliminate harmful bacteria, and boost immunity.

Ginger Tea
Ginger has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. It helps soothe an irritated throat and airways caused by coughing. Because of its antioxidant properties, ginger also plays a role in supporting the immune system. Additionally, with its antiviral and antibacterial properties, ginger can fight pathogens, reducing your chances of getting sick.

Kashmiri Kahwa Green Tea
The many spice ingredients in Kahwa like cinnamon and cardamom enhance and improve body’s abilities to fight external infections. The warming properties of spices as well as antioxidants in green tea helps your body steer clear of ailments. This is perhaps the best antidote for a blocked nose and a sore throat.

Hibiscus Tea
Hibiscus tea is packed with vitamin C and antioxidants, and helps boost immune system and helps get rapid recovery from flu symptoms. It also has anti-bacterial properties and also promotes liver health.