Did you know that among the main factors that negatively affect the quality of rest for Spaniards, we find stress, anxiety and few hours of sleep? In this line, 74% of womenaccording to a recent report by Conforama, would claim to need at least two or three more hours to ensure a good rest.
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Figures that together with more than 15% of women who are overweight in our country, it shows that sleep and obesity problems are two of the most worrisome. But what if we told you that there is a slimming infusion for the night with which you will also be able to say goodbye to stress and anxiety? We tell you what it is.
Slimming and helps to relax
A type of infusion that you can find available at a good price in any supermarket and with which, in addition to relaxing and reducing stress and anxiety, it can help you get a long-term weight loss and while you sleep.
In fact, there are several preliminary studies that suggest that mint could have a positive effect on weight loss, such as the one published in the Journal of Functional Foodsin which it was found that mint extracts could reduce weight gain and lipid levels.
A weight loss that would also be related to the digestive and carminative properties of this infusion, which also help to reduce bloating and improve digestion.
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This, together with its relaxing properties, makes it one of the best options of infusion to take at night.
Other benefits of mint tea
The infusion of mint, also known as mint tea, is a drink that, in addition to its benefits, has also gained popularity around the world for its cooling properties, but above all relaxing. These are some of its known benefits:
- Relief of digestive symptoms: Mint has long been used to treat digestive disorders such as heartburn, diarrhea, and colic. An infusion with which you can alleviate these symptoms and promote healthy digestion.
- Reduction of stress and anxiety: As we already told you, its relaxing properties help reduce stress and anxiety. A simple cup of mint tea can help you feel much calmer in body and mind.
- Anti-inflammatory properties: Peppermint also has antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that can help reduce inflammation in the body. Something beneficial especially for people who suffer from inflammatory diseases such as arthritis.
- Cold and Allergy Symptom Relief: Peppermint also has decongestant properties and can help relieve nasal congestion, as well as cold and allergy symptoms.
- Maintains good oral health: Mint is also known for its antibacterial properties, which help prevent tooth decay and inflammation of the gums, while fighting bad breath.
Origin and history of the infusion or mint tea
This infusion that can be taken both hot and cold and whose scientific name is Mentha spicata, is a plant native to the Mediterranean and Asia. A plant that has been used since ancient times in traditional medicine to treat different health problems, as well as included in gastronomy and as a flavoring.
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An infusion with a long history and that has come to be consumed in many cultures over time. As for its origin, it leads us directly to North Africa, from where it spread to Europe and Asia through trade routes.
In the past, the ancient Egyptians, Greeks and Romans used mint to flavor their baths and perfumes, as well as to relieve headachesstomach and other health problems.
How to prepare this infusion?
To prepare a mint infusion or tea, you can choose to use the mint sachets that you will find available in supermarkets. But if you prefer to make an infusion of fresh mint, you will simply have to boil water in a pot or kettle. then wash a bunch of fresh mint leaves choosing the most tender and best quality leaves.
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Next, add the mint leaves to a cup and pour the hot water over them, letting the infusion stand. between 5 and 10 minutes.
Finally, strain the infusion and remove the mint leaves. optionally you can add honey or lemon to taste.
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