Types of Tea

Ayurvedic Tea

Ayurvedic tea is made from the mixture of herbs. It is an ancient tea rich in medicinal value. Ayurvedic tea is free from caffeine and tannins and is usually sold in teabags.

Ayurvedic tea is an ancient herbal tea from India dating back 5,000 years. Sages from India have discovered hundreds of herbs with medicinal properties and effectively used them in teas. Ayurveda means the science of life. It signifies that emotional, mental, and spiritual health (holistic health) is as important as physical health. According to ayurveda, humans and nature should live in perfect harmony. Disease occurs when the equilibrium between them is disrupted, or when diet is disturbed.

TYPES OF AYURVEDIC TEA

Ayurveda tradition signifies that each individual has the power to heal himself. Ayurvedic doctors recommend that individuals should change their diet in accordance with the changing seasons. Everyone should drink ayurvedic tea suitable for their dosha type. According to ayurveda, there are three doshas - pitta (fire and water), vata (air and space), and kapha (earth and water). When the balance in pitta, vata, kapha is disrupted, or if any of these types are accumulated, the individual falls sick. Ayurvedic teas are made for each of these doshas.

Pitta: Pita tea is a blend of ayurvedic herbs prepared for people with the pitta dosha. These people have strong digestive fire and angry temper. Pitta is responsible for metabolism and chemical changes in the body. Pitta causes 40 types of disorders including skin diseases, hair loss, hyper acidity, inflammations, and infections of various types. Pitta tea cures all these disorders. Pitta tea is a mixture of natural herbs such as Chandan, Khus, Arjun, Cloves, Cardamon, and Soonth.

Vata: Vata tea is prepared using a blend of ayurvedic herbs for people having the vata constitution. People with the vata constitution are hyper active and have erratic functions of various systems in the body. Imbalance of vata causes 80 types of diseases. Vata tea cures all these diseases. This tea contains coriander, fennel, etc.

Kapha: This tea is prepared for people having the kapha dosha. Kapha lubricates the body tissues and is responsible for growth. Kapha causes 20 types of diseases including asthma, weak digestion, cough, cold, sinusitis, blockage of body channels and mucus. Kapha tea prevents such disorders. Kapha tea contains Ginger, Cinnamon, Black Pepper, Cloves, Turmeric, Nutmeg etc.

Pitta, vata, and kapha teas are also available as organic teas.

BENEFITS OF AYURVEDIC TEA

Ayurvedic tea is gaining popularity in the West. Studies have shown that ayurvedic tea helps in healing digestive problems and allergies. It is a good tonic for the heart, liver, and brain. Anti-oxidant properties of ayurvedic tea lower cholesterol level and help in fighting several diseases.

Vata tea
- Re balances the nervous system
- Aids in digestion
- Minimizes the chances of constipation, anxiety, restlessness of mind, joint pains, and stiffness in muscles.

Pitta tea
- Balances acidity
- Soothes the stomach
- Acts as a medicine that treats allergies

Kapha tea
- Balances stomach digestion
- Prevents discomfort during and after meals
- Stimulates metabolism
- Strengthens the immune system
- Prevents cold, cough, and asthma.