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I wasn’t always a big fan of tea.
In fact, I had a rule: I wanted my food hot and my drinks cold. I didn’t think about herbal teas that detox, or teas in general.
It wasn’t until I met STATiC and went over to his home for the first time. He had a tea bar, and I was totally wowed. It wasn’t just that traditional Lipton you get served on a plane— but beautiful loose-leaf teas in glass jars, showcasing their gorgeous colors. And when you opened those jars? Each of those scents had a beautifully unique note to them. 🍃
Ever since then, I’ve loved having different teas by my side (in fact, I’m drinking butterfly pea flower as I write this. 🦋 My have things changed!)
It wasn’t until months later that I realized teas had a purpose— a medicinal purpose. It’s easy to pop a pill here and there when you’re feeling a little bloated, but I wanted to change that.
I wanted the infinite wisdom of nature to guide me. And that’s exactly what I do with herbal teas that detox!
Teas have been used for centuries in traditional medicine, and for good reason. Detox teas specifically are packed with detoxifying ingredients like dandelion, ginger, turmeric, and green tea, all working together to support your liver, kidneys, and other detox organs.
They flush out toxins, boost your metabolism, and even help with weight loss!
Let’s dive into this a little more. Because, well, there are a lot of teas out there. And at least for me, it was easy to get overwhelmed.
Now, let’s be clear on something— these aren’t teas that make you skinny overnight.
That would be pretty weird!
Instead, these are teas that support your detox organs: your gut, liver, and kidneys, to name a few. Plus, detox teas are also great for supporting your overall health. They’re loaded with antioxidants that combat harmful free radicals, reducing the risk of chronic diseases and keeping you feeling your best.
But first, I know that sometimes teas can be pretty mild compared to, say, a pill. So here are some ways to make the best herbal teas that are a little more concentrated with the good stuff:
You’ve probably seen a million teas out there. I feel like I see more and more selections every time I go to Whole Foods. So, what exactly should we be looking for with these
☝️ Organic and/or third-party tested ingredients. Look for teas made from high-quality, organic ingredients. Organic teas are free from pesticides and other harmful chemicals, ensuring that you’re getting a pure and effective product.
✌️ Transparent brands. The first thing I do when purchasing most anything from a new brand? I check to see if they display their ingredients list in their product description. If they don’t, it’s my first red flag. I’ll head over to their website to see if they have any pages about their ingredients, sustainability, or knowing where their tea ingredients come from. If not? I’m pretty much moving onto the next brand! Brand transparency is huge, and is a great way for you to start checking the quality of your ingredients, detox herbal teas and beyond.
Here are my top picks (and favorite brands!) when picking herbal detox teas!
Green tea is often associated with detoxification through its antioxidant properties. It’s rich in polyphenols, particularly catechins like epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which, for those of us who don’t know the long names behind the herbs, are powerful antioxidants.
Antioxidants neutralize harmful free radicals in the body— or things that cellular damage and aging. Green tea also supports liver function, and hydration, and is anti-inflammatory.
🍵 My green tea picks:
*Note: most green tea and matcha has caffeine!
Dandy tea has a diuretic effect, increasing urine, which can help flush out toxins and excess water from the body. This process may also help cleanse the kidneys and urinary tract— certainly a great detox herb!
Dandelion root has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties, which may further support detoxification by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation in the body. These properties may also help support liver health, which is crucial for the body’s natural detox processes.
🌼 My dandelion tea picks:
Ginger contains compounds like gingerol, which has anti-inflammatory effects. It also aids digestion, helping our bodies eliminate waste and toxins more efficiently.
It also stimulates bile production, a digestive fluid produced by the liver that helps break down fats and remove waste from the body. This process is super important for detoxification. You need to get it out somehow, right? 😅
🔆 My ginger tea picks:
Turmeric has an active compound called curcumin, which has a very strong anti-inflammatory effect as well as a potent antioxidant effect, too!
🧡 My turmeric tea picks:
Peppermint tea is often used to soothe digestive issues such as indigestion, bloating, and gas. By promoting healthy digestion, peppermint tea may help the body eliminate waste and toxins more efficiently. It’s also known for its relaxing properties, which can help relieve stress and tension.
🍵 My peppermint teas picks:
We could talk tea time all day, but I want to make sure you have the foundationals down, too.
Here’s how I continue to supplement my health on heavy tea days and tea-free ones:
I hope you find an herbal teas that detoxes that fits perfectly in your lifestyle. Maybe it’s a tea you love to drink every morning, in the afternoons on your lunch break, or as a sleepy-time tea before bed.
Perhaps you love to use agave nectar, honey, almond milk, or just like to drink it plain. However you love it, take this little digital clink as a cheers to us. Enjoying our tea, together.
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