International Tea Day • December 15
Tea began as medicine long before it became a daily drink. According to Chinese history, tea was first used over four thousand years ago, brewed from leaves not for pleasure, but for healing. It spread slowly across Asia, then to the Middle East, Africa, and Europe, carried by trade, monks, and travelers. Long before cafes and tea bags, people already knew one thing—boiled leaves could steady the body and calm the mind.
What made tea last through centuries was not trend or taste alone. It worked. Different leaves, roots, and flowers offered different benefits, and many of them are still trusted today.
Below are some of the healthiest traditional teas and why people have kept drinking them for generations.
🍃 Green Tea
Green tea is rich in antioxidants that support heart health and brain function. It helps with focus and provides light, steady energy without overwhelming the body.
Balanced and enduring.
☕ Black Tea
Black tea has a stronger flavor and higher caffeine content. It supports heart health, improves alertness, and contains compounds that aid digestion.
Reliable and grounding.
🌼 Chamomile Tea
Chamomile is known for its calming effects. It helps with sleep, reduces stress, and soothes digestion. Many cultures rely on it as an evening ritual.
Quiet strength in a cup.
🫚 Ginger Tea
Ginger tea supports digestion, reduces nausea, and helps fight inflammation. It is commonly used for colds, sore throats, and stomach discomfort.
Simple roots. Lasting impact.
🌿 Peppermint Tea
Peppermint tea eases bloating, supports digestion, and refreshes the senses. It is naturally caffeine-free and often taken after meals.
A gentle reset.
🌺 Hibiscus Tea
Hibiscus tea is rich in antioxidants and vitamin C. It supports healthy blood pressure and has a naturally tart, refreshing taste.
Bold color. Real benefits.
🟡 Turmeric Tea
Turmeric tea is valued for its anti-inflammatory properties and joint support. Traditionally used for long-term wellness, it works best when taken regularly.
Slow care for the long road.
🌱 Rooibos Tea
Rooibos is a caffeine-free herbal tea rich in antioxidants. It supports heart health and is gentle enough for any time of day.
Steady, calm, and forgiving.
Tea for better lives begins far from the cup.
It starts with the people who grow it, prepare it, and live by it.
⌨ ᴛʸᵖⁱⁿᵍ ᴏᵘᵗ ᵒᶠ ᵗʰᵉ ʙˡᵘᵉ ᵈᵃʳᵉᵐ ᵐᵘˢⁱᶜ ᵇˡᵒᵍ
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