We all enjoy the rain, especially the people who are living in the regions where the rains are frequent. During the monsoon season, the environment becomes so beautiful and all we desire or crave for a hot cup of tea served with some delicacies.
There are many names given to tea. It is more commonly known as “Chai” in Northern India and “Chaya” in Southern India. Indians are especially attached to this widely consumed drink, especially during the monsoon season. In some families, it is a tradition where all the members get together and savor the tea in monsoon season.
There are many reasons to drink “Chai” or tea in the rainy season. Firstly, it tastes delicious and you enjoy the feel of real monsoon. Secondly, drinking tea in monsoon is always beneficial to keep away from various bacterial infections which can lead to cold and flu. There are different types of tea which can strengthen your immune system and keeps you healthy during the rainy season.
Start sipping some of the most flavored and aromatic teas this rainy season with keeping sickness at bay.
· Peppermint Tea: This is the coolest tea in terms of flavor. It has menthol in it which is helpful in dipping fever, curing itchy throat and dry cough. It also helps in the curing of stomach problems such as abdominal gas, bloating, muscle spasms and nausea.
· Ginger Tea: One of the topmost flavored teas used in monsoon season. It helps to fight common cold, throat infection and other allergies. It is very common to cure some stomach related problems and improves blood circulation which ensures proper digestion.
· Basil Tea: Basil teas are the tradition of the Indian Culture. Basil “tulsi” leaf has a lot of medicinal and healing properties. It can alleviate a lot of problems like headaches, colds, fevers and lung disorders. It also keeps our immune system strong and protects from various bacterial infections and allergies.
· Lemongrass Tea: Lemon grass has a distinctive flavor and it is becoming popular for its benefits too. It offers a wide array of medicinal properties and can be useful during antibacterial or anti-fungal infections.
So it’s time to enjoy the different flavored teas this rainy season while taking the advantage of its so many health benefits.
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