Tea with Tangerines

The Health Benefits of Various Herbs, Spices, Vegetables, and Fruits

BASIL
Good source of beta-carotene
Anti-inflammatory properties
Antibacterial properties
Rich in antioxidants
Tea made from these leaves can help to relieve nausea, gas pains, and dysentery
BLACK PEPPER
Aids in digestion
Rich in antioxidants
Antibacterial properties
CAYENNE PEPPER
Anti-inflammatory
Pain relief
Helps to prevent ulcers
Assists with weight loss by increasing metabolism
Improves circulation
Decreases mucous production
CHILI PEPPER
Antibacterial properties
Improves circulation
Eases soreness
CILANTRO/CORIANDER
Lowers blood sugar levels
Helps to cleanse heavy metals from the body
Antimicrobial properties
Rich in phyto-nutrients
Decreases cholesterol
Aids in digestion
CINNAMON
Boosts brain function
Helps control blood sugar
Antimicrobial properties
Antifungal properties
Anticlotting properties
Contains calcium, vitamins, and fiber
Aids in digestion
CUMIN
Good source of iron
Anti-carcinogenic
Aids in digestion
Believed to be a blood purifier
DILL
Good source of calcium
Antibacterial properties
Helps heal digestive disorders
Has anti-carcinogenic properties
FENNEL
Antispasmodic properties
Tea made from crushed seeds can treat indigestion and cramps
FENUGREEK
Can be used to treat diabetes
Lowers blood sugar levels
When made into tea, can relieve gas pains
GARLIC
Antibacterial properties
Antiviral properties
Antispasmodic properties
Rich in antioxidants
Lowers cholesterol levels
Assists with respiratory problems
Reduces hypertension
Relieves gas pains
Rids the body of intestinal worms
GINGER
Strengthens lungs and kidneys
Helps to relieve arthritis, headaches, earaches, sinus congestion, kidney problems, menstrual cramps, and spinal pain
Improves circulation
Eases soreness
Relieves gas pains
Aids in digestion
Helps to prevent motion sickness and vertigo
LEMON
Lemon oil be helpful for dissolving cellulite (phase 3 only)
Rich source of vitamin C
Boosts the immune system
Antibacterial properties
Detoxes the liver
MUSTARD
Rich in phyto-nutrients
Anti-inflammatory
Aids in digestion
ONION
Antibacterial properties
Improves respiratory health
Relieves inflammation
Improves cardiovascular health
Reduces hypertension, cholesterol levels, and blood sugar levels
OREGANO
Antibacterial
Rich in antioxidants
Aids in digestion
Assists with respiratory problems
PAPAYA
Aids in digestion
Breaks up blood clots
Shrinks ruptured or slipped spinal disks
PARSLEY
Improves circulation
Prevents bad breath
Rich in vitamins and minerals
Rich in antioxidants
Mild diuretic
Improves kidney function
PEPPERMINT
Aids in digestion
Relieves gas pains
Useful aromatherapy
Makes a good tea
Rich in phyto-nutrients
PINEAPPLE
Reduces inflammation in wounds and other skin injuries
Aids in digestion
Breaks down blood clots
ROSEMARY
Anti-inflammatory properties
Rich in antioxidants
Anti-carcinogenic properties
Rich in vitamin E and minerals
Mild diuretic
Detoxifies the liver
Improves brain function and memory
SAFFRON
Aids in digestion
Helps with depression
Has anti-carcinogenic properties
Rich in antioxidants
SAGE
Anti-inflammatory
Rich in antioxidants
Improves brain function and memory
Relieves gas pains
Helps to lower fevers
TARAGON
Aids in digestion
Helps insomnia
Anti-inflammatory properties
Stimulates appetite
Helps to bring on menstruation
THYME
Antibacterial properties
Rich in antioxidants
Benefits respiratory health
Improves circulation
Strengthens the immune system
Relieves coughing and spasms
TURMERIC
Antibiotic properties
Anti-inflammatory properties
Decreases arthritis pain
Rids the body of parasitic worms
Relieves gas pains
Speeds the healing of smallpox and chicken pox
Aids in digestion
Decreases risk of certain kinds of cancers
Protects against Alzheimer’s disease
Boosts brain function
WATERCRESS
High vitamin C content
Anti-inflammatory
Decreases arthritis pain