Aug 28, 2025
Aarushi BhaduryTea is the world's second most popular drink after water. Harvard health explains that it comes from the Camellia sinensis plant and has been consumed for thousands of years, with origins in East Asia.
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Real tea is made by steeping young leaves and buds from the Camellia sinensis plant. The two main types are the small-leaved China plant and the large-leaved Assam plant.
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Studies show that teas, especially green tea, can boost your immune system, fight inflammation, support heart health, and may even help prevent some cancers. These benefits come from antioxidants called polyphenols.
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Despite the name, herbal tea is not technically "tea" because it doesn't contain leaves from the Camellia sinensis plant. It's an infusion of dried fruits, flowers, spices, or herbs, also known as a tisane.
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While some herbal teas have medicinal properties, it's important to be a smart consumer. Many are just sugary juices. Dietitians recommend drinking them in moderation with a doctor's approval, as they can be risky for people with certain health conditions.
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Ginger tea is well-known for helping with nausea. It contains the antioxidant gingerol and has been used to treat various issues like inflammation, pain, and digestive problems. However, it can affect blood clotting, so people on certain medications should be careful.
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Chamomile tea is made from the flowers of the Asteraceae plant family and is famous for its calming effects. It may also offer other benefits, such as a lower risk of heart disease, immune support, and potential anti-inflammatory and anti-anxiety effects.
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People with severe allergies, especially to pollens, should avoid chamomile tea. It can sometimes be contaminated with pollen from other plants, which could cause a reaction.
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Hibiscus tea is made from the dried flowers of the hibiscus plant. It is rich in antioxidants called anthocyanins and has been shown to help lower blood pressure and "bad" LDL cholesterol levels.
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Be cautious if you drink hibiscus tea and take certain medications. It can interact negatively with diuretics like hydrochlorothiazide and may interfere with aspirin, so it's best to take them several hours apart.
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