As well as being delicious and refreshing to drink at any time of the day Moroccan Mint Tea is packed with powerful antioxidants which can benefit you in ways you may not have known were possible. 

Aids Digestion

Drinking a cup of Moroccan Mint Tea can be extremely beneficial for sufferers of IBS. The menthol present in the mint helps soothe the stomach and relieve any digestive problems. The oil present in the mint is also responsible for the antiseptic and antibacterial properties that make mint tea a good choice for aiding digestion. Its adaptogenic properties mean it can help balance the body in whatever way is needed and it can be useful for a variety of stomach issues including constipation and motion sickness. 

Boosts the Immune System

Moroccan Mint Tea contains antibacterial properties that help fight off disease causing illnesses and further improves the immune system. It also contains traces of potassium, vitamin B and various antioxidants help your body function at its best. 

Improved concentration

Not only do you derive benefits from drinking Moroccan mint tea, deeply inhaling the delicious aroma of the mint can also provide benefits such as improved concentration and brain function. One study found that inhaling mint for five minutes prior to testing produced significant improvements in memory. Another study found that inhaling peppermint oil while driving increased alertness and decreased levels of frustration, anxiety and fatigue.

May Help Relieve Menstrual Cramps

As the menthol in Moroccan mint acts as a muscle relaxant, drinking mint tea may relieve menstrual cramps. Drinking mint tea may reduce the intensity and length of menstrual cramps as the compounds in mint help prevent muscle contractions.

Weight Loss

Drinking Moroccan mint tea can be a powerful shortcut to aiding weight loss. Drinking a cup of mint tea can leave you feeling fuller for longer so you don’t feel hungry through the day. This will help you avoid adding extra calories to your day by snacking unnecessarily. Regularly drinking mint tea can also help you keep hydrated which is essential for good digestion and weight loss and at only 2 calories per cup it is an easy way to support your healthy diet.  

Helps you Sleep 

As Moroccan mint tea is caffeine free it’s the ideal after dinner drink to help you wind down for the night and have a good night’s sleep. Mint oil contains a mild sedative, its capacity as a muscle relaxant can also help you relax before bedtime. 

Improves Cold Symptoms

Mint tea has been used for centuries to treat cold and flu symptoms and many cold and flu remedies today contain menthol, a primary compound in peppermint oil. The menthol in mint tea is an effective nasal decongestant that can get rid of congestion and improve airflow and breathing. 

Drinking mint tea and inhaling the steam when poorly can help keep you hydrated as well as keeping your airwaves free and provide some temporary relief. There is also evidence that mint tea is also effective at soothing headaches which often accompany colds and flu as the properties in mint act as a muscle relaxant and a pain reliever.

Furthermore, some studies have shown that mint effectively fights several types of bacteria, including those that cause food-borne illnesses and contagious illnesses meaning that drinking a regular cup of mint tea may help to keep infections at bay. 

May Improve Seasonal Allergies

Mint contains rosmarinic acid, a plant compound found in rosemary and plants in the mint family which is associated with reduced symptoms of allergic reactions, such as runny nose, itchy eyes and asthma. There is evidence to suggest that drinking Moroccan mint tea can help ease the annoying symptoms of seasonal allergies such as  itchy nose, itchy eyes.

As well as being a delicious, calorie and caffeine free treat Moroccan mint tea is also a great way to supercharge your health quickly and easily both in the short and long term.  

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