During COVID-19 isolation, ducks goose will be increasing coverage of wellness stories for simple, effective ways to stay healthy. Be well!
Why Tea?
In times of hardship, start drinking–tea that is. Prince Harry reportedly mended his rift with the queen over a cup of tea and, for avid tea drinkers, this does not come as a surprise. The warm elixir is more than a bag of leaves that detonates its amber glow in hot water, it transports without any narcotic side effects. Tea has traversed centuries and cultures for breaking down problematic talks due to the ritual. So what exactly is in this mystical cup that can soothe relations and the soul? Its healthy antioxidant properties, found in the flavonoids if you like to stay on top of your potential Jeopardy facts, may help prevent the free radicals found in cancer and heart disease. During this time of the highly contagious Coronavirus, warm liquids are natural decongestants. Use immune-stimulating properties like turmeric, ginger, honey and lemon for an added boost.
Have a tea tray readily available to promote hosting guests.
Tea is also reported to aid in weight loss, decreases diabetes risk, is a cost-effective beverage and can be doctored up with other healthful ingredients. On the frivolous side, it comes with enough pretty accessories to devote an entire kitchen drawer.
5 Ways to Make Tea Part of Your Daily Ritual
- Devote an accessible shelf to your favorite teas so its readily available.
- Do what the Europeans do by having a quality electric kettle to boil water that can be constantly replenished.
- Have a tea tray readily assembled on the kitchen counter with a creamer, honey, strainers and loose tea for impromptu gatherings.
- Invest in quality teas that are so delicious you’ll be apt to drink more tea.
- Drink tea as a natural remedy. In this time of flus and viruses, create a blend that has immune building properties, even add diced garlic to your warm beverages.
Enjoy the Many Ways to Drink Tea
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- Tea bags, when finely crafted, provide good taste.
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- Take in the scent of loose leaves to increase the pleasure.
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- Use a tea press for loose tea leave to simplify the process.
Resources:
Pierre Frey by Caspari napkins: Caspari
Electric kettle: Cosori
Matcha powder, Golden Milk: Buddha Teas
Loose tea: Talbot’s
Tea bags: Mariage Frères
Glass teapot: Tea Bloom
Blue fouta tea towel: Turkish-T
Love this. I’ve been drinking a lot of tea lately to distract me from the news! Tea makes everything better. Xx
It works for the British–some major crisis and they start drinking tea. Poof, problems solved! Be well, stay healthy. xo