Orange is a fruit with several benefits that go far beyond taste. So, have you ever thought about giving orange tea a chance? It is an excellent ally for health and can become one of your favorite drinks. Check out what are its benefits pointed out by nutritionist Izabella Imianovsky (CRN10 5729 – SC) and check out tasty recipes!
7 health benefits of orange tea
Orange tea is delicious and great for health. Therefore, nutritionist Izabella spoke in detail about all the benefits it offers. Look that:
- Rich in vitamin C: Izabella says that vitamin C can help in cases of flu and colds. The best thing is that it not only serves to alleviate symptoms, but also to prevent them.
- Prevents cell aging: according to the nutritionist, tea “helps fight free radicals, which are generated by various reasons such as pollution, stress, sedentary lifestyle and poor diet”.
- Prevents neurodegenerative diseases: “it is rich in antioxidants and hesperidin, it also helps in the prevention of diseases such as cancer and alzheimer’s”, said the professional.
- Improves mood and immunity: “contains vitamin A, B1, B2, B6, calcium and folate, which gives more energy to our body, benefiting our disposition, energy and helping with immunity”.
- It helps regulate cholesterol: “especially bad cholesterol (LDL), as it contains flavonoids in its composition and is rich in fiber, which help to reduce the absorption of cholesterol in the intestine”, pointed out Izabella.
- Decreases swelling: “as well as several other teas, this one also helps to reduce the body’s fluid retention”, explained the nutri.
- Facilitates digestion: Izabella explains that this fruit contains nutrients with an anti-inflammatory effect, so they are excellent allies in the fight against heartburn and other occurrences related to poor digestion.
5 orange tea recipes to try right now
After so many benefits, how about knowing different ways to prepare this tea? Below, you will find several recipes for you to choose your favorite.
1. Orange tea with cloves
Orange tea with cloves
- 1/2 liter of water
- 1 dried orange peel
- 5 cloves
Preparation mode
- Take a pan to the fire and add the water, the orange peel, the cloves and boil for 5 minutes;
- Then strain and enjoy!
2. Orange mint tea
Ingredients
- 1 liter of boiling water
- Peel of 1 orange
- 3 sprigs of mint
- 1 tablespoon of fennel
Preparation mode
- In a pan with boiling water, add the rest of the ingredients;
- Cover and let it boil for another 10 minutes. Then strain and serve!
3. Orange Tea with Cinnamon and Ginger
Ingredients
- 1 cup of sugar
- Peel of 2 oranges
- 5 cloves
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 1 liter of water
- 50g Ginger
Preparation mode
- In a pan, put the sugar and let it melt completely;
- Next, place the orange peels, cloves, cinnamon, 500 ml of water and ginger;
- Let it cook for 15 minutes on low heat;
- Soon after, remove the solid foods from the tea, add 500 ml of water and let it boil for another 5 to 10 minutes and it’s ready!
4. Orange tea with pineapple
Ingredients
- 1.5 liter of water
- 1/4 pineapple peels
- Peel of 1 orange
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 tablespoon of hibiscus
Preparation mode
- In a pan, put the water and when it is almost boiling, add all the ingredients;
- Let it boil for 5 minutes, strain and serve as you prefer.
5. Orange iced tea
Ingredients
- 600 ml of water
- 2 tablespoons of hibiscus
- 1 orange
- 1 cup of ice water
- 2 cups of ice
- 3 sprigs of mint
Preparation mode
- In a pan, put the water and wait for it to boil;
- Remove the pan from the heat, mix well and wait for 2 minutes;
- Add the hibiscus, mix, cover and let it rest for 6 minutes;
- Meanwhile, cut the orange in half and make very thin slices. Reserve;
- Then, in a pitcher, put the ice water and ice. With a sieve, strain the tea and put it in the jar;
- With a spoon, mix the tea until the ice has completely melted. Add the sliced orange, mint sprigs and serve!
Did you see how easy it is to vary the preparation of this tea? Best of all, you can eat it in summer or winter, because it’s delicious both hot and cold. That is, you can enjoy its benefits all year round.
Cautions and Contraindications
The nutritionist explains that “if it is the tea made from the orange peel, we will have more pesticides, so the ideal is to make the tea with an organic orange. Other than that, there are no contraindications, the only guideline is that pregnant women do not consume this drink”.
As we have seen, orange tea is rich in several properties that help with health, improving mood and quality of life. Did you like our tips? Then you will love reading about the benefits of white tea.
The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only. They do not replace the advice and follow-up of doctors, nutritionists, psychologists, physical education professionals and other specialists.
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