A Cup Of Immuni-Tea

Asians and tea have a unique association. It's not just a beverage but an emotion, a ritual, a celebration. It is that sacred part of our lives that most of us cannot do without. 

If there is one thing that Asians were and are a huge fan of, then it is unquestionably tea!

From school going kid to old aged person, almost everyone is fond of it.

Combine water, milk, tea leaves and sugar and steep it for some time. Your chai (tea) is ready!  And when you add another layer of flavour and aroma to tea, you get another master. 

Wondering how can tea make the immune system strong? 

- According to a study in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences

Bukowski and his co-authors isolated from ordinary black tea a substance called L-theanine.

Bukowski said L-theanine is broken down in the liver to ethylamine, a molecule that primes the response of an immune system element called the gamma-delta T cell.

"We know from other studies that these gamma-delta T cells in the blood are the first line of defence against many types of bacteria, viral, fungal and parasitic infections," he said. "They even have some anti-tumour activity."

The T cells prompt the secretion of interferon, a key part of the body's chemical defence against infection, Bukowski said.

"We know from mouse studies that if you boost this part of the immune system it can protect against infection," he said.

Immuni-Tea recipes to try:-

One step which is very important and should be followed strictly is "Washing hands for 20 secs" 

Now you are all set!

1. .Lemon and Ginger Immune Boosting Tea

When life gives you lemons, squeeze them and make Immuni-Tea.

Method 

1. Gather All the ingredients.

2. Peel and grate the ginger nicely. You can also mince the ginger with a sharp knife.

"Go ahead and put it all on the pot, you're going to strain it out anyway."

3. Pour some boiling water over the ginger. Let it steep for about 4-5 mins.

4. Meanwhile, pour lemon juice and honey in a cup.

5. Strain the ginger tea into a cup.

6. Stir well (you can use a cinnamon stick to stir)

7. Serve hot.

Health benefits

Lemons:- it's an excellent source of vitamin C.

Ginger:- It contains antioxidant 

2. Ashwagandha Tea

Method:- 

1. Bring the milk to a low simmer, but don’t let it boil.

2. Once the milk is hot, add ashwagandha, cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Gently simmer for 5 minutes. 

3. Sweeten with honey or maple syrup.

4. Serve hot

Health benefits

Ashwagandha:- 

-contains powerful anti-inflammatory, anti-stress, and antioxidant effects

-boosts immunity by increasing natural killer cells

-improves symptoms associated with stress and anxiety

3. Masala Tea

One of the most loved tea in Asian households is masala tea.

Method:-

1. Bring water to boil

2. Crush cardamom, cinnamon, cloves in a hand pestle

3. Add it to boiling water along with crushed ginger and tea leaves + tulsi leaves (holy basil)

4. Boil it for few minutes on low flame.

5. Pour milk slowly and simmer for 2-3 minutes

6. Filter it in cups.

7 Serve warm with breakfast, snacks or biscuits.

4. Turmeric Tea

Method:-

1. Bring water to boil

2. Crush black pepper in a hand pestle

3. Add it to boiling water along with tea leaves and turmeric { add tulsi leaves if you like (holy basil) }

4. Boil it for few minutes on low flame.

5. Pour milk slowly and simmer for 2-3 minutes

6. Filter it in cups.

7 Serve warm

Health benefits

Turmeric

•Turmeric contains curcumin. Curcumin acts as an immune modulator. It is proven to improve immune function with antioxidant, anti-viral properties.

Black pepper

• Black pepper and its active compound piperine have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.

5. Green Tea

Method

1. To begin making green tea, boil water in a saucepan.

2. Add green leaves. Let it boil for a few minutes.

3. Strain it into a cup.

4. Add honey or maple syrup.

5. Serve warm.

Health Benefits

Green tea has many health benefits

It helps you feel better, lose weight, and lower your risk for chronic diseases, get glowing skin!

If you have tried any of these recipes or liked any recipe, do comment below about your experience and love for tea. Is the blog helpful? Or, do you have any suggestions to improve it?

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