If you’ve been feeling burnt out lately, why not relax with these stress relief teas? They will help ease your mind and soothe your nervous system, making it easier to manage stress. Some people enjoy relaxing teas before bed, but you can also have them in the morning in place of coffee. They will give you energy without making you feel jittery and frazzled like coffee does.
No matter what time of day you enjoy these teas, you’re sure to feel the benefits. Below, we’ll share four different stress relief tea recipes with you to help you unwind.
How to Make Stress Relief Teas, 4 Ways
Let’s make some tea!
What you’ll need:
Cup or mug
Measuring spoons
Measuring cups
Whisk
Large pot
Gauze
Tongs
Metal tea bag infuser
Electric mixer (If you don’t have a milk frother)
1 – Matcha stress relief tea
Matcha offers a calming boost of energy which will improve your focus without taxing your nervous system. Many people say that matcha actually helped them give up coffee, and they feel better since making the switch. Making this tea only requires a few simple ingredients.
Ingredients:
1 1/2 tbsp matcha powder
1 tbsp hot water
One tbsp maple syrup
A cup of frothed milk
To make this tea, measure the matcha, hot water, and maple syrup and pour it into a cup. Whisk the ingredients until fully combined. Next, pour the frothed milk on top and use a spoon to even it out. Then, sprinkle a little more matcha powder on top and stir. Enjoy!
2 – Decaf herbal stress relief tea
If you have a cold or need an immune boost, this tea is just what you need. It contains powerful herbs which can help fight colds and lower inflammation. Making this stress relief tea requires a little more effort than the first recipe, but your health is worth it.
Ingredients:
2 cinnamon sticks
1 tsp cardamom
1/2 tsp whole cloves
1/2 tsp fennel seeds
10 black peppercorns
1-inch fresh ginger, sliced
2 cups milk
1 tbsp honey
2 bags decaf black tea
Start by grabbing two sheets of gauze, laying one vertically and the other on the top horizontally. Place the cinnamon sticks, cardamom, whole cloves, fennel seeds, peppercorns, and ginger in the middle of the gauze. Now, grab the ends of the gauze and pull them together to create a teabag. Tie up the bag with a piece of twine or string.
Pour two cups of milk into a large pot and add the honey. Add the 2 bags of decaf black tea and your bag of herbs. Bring to a low boil and steep for 10 minutes. Remove all the bags from the milk, and pour yourself a mug of this herbal stress relief tea. Top with frothed milk and cinnamon if you like and enjoy!
3 – Lavender earl grey stress relief tea
Earl Grey, also known as bergamot tea, can help lower blood pressure, which can help you feel calmer. It also contains tons of antioxidants which help reduce oxidative stress and lower the risk of disease. Lavender is widely known for its ability to ease stress, anxiety, and depressive symptoms. It can also help you drift off to sleep if you have insomnia or can’t fall asleep.
Ingredients:
1 1/2 tbsp of fresh, loose leaf earl grey
1/2 tsp lavender, also loose leaf
1/2 cup hot water
1 cup frothed milk
1/2 tsp vanilla
one tbsp maple syrup
Making this tea is very simple and requires a mug and metal tea bag infuser. Scoop the earl grey and lavender into the infuser and place it in a mug. Pour the hot water on top and steep for 7 minutes. Next, pour in hot frothed milk and drizzle 1/2 tsp of vanilla and the one tablespoon of maple syrup on top. Stir to combine the ingredients and enjoy!
4 – Lemon ginger turmeric stress relief tea
This tea contains some of the most powerful ingredients for lowering inflammation and stress. Ginger, turmeric, and lemon all have antioxidants that boost the immune system and help ease tension. This stress relief tea can ward off colds and also aid in healthy digestion.
Ingredients:
4 cups water
2-inch fresh ginger, sliced
1/2 tsp turmeric powder
1/2 juiced lemon
Slice of lemon for garnish
Pour the water into a large pot and add the ginger, turmeric powder, and lemon juice. Cover with a lid and bring to a boil. Pour into a mug and add a slice of lemon for extra healing benefits!
Bonus tip: Here’s how to froth milk without a machine
Pour milk into a pan or pot on medium-low heat. Use an electric mixer to whip air into the milk for five minutes. Remove from heat when fluffy and warm.
We hope you enjoy these stress relief tea recipes to help you relax after a hectic day. All of these teas will not only help you unwind, but they also can help boost your immune and metabolic systems. When you lead a fast-paced life, your health often takes a backseat to your responsibilities. This leaves you vulnerable to getting sick, but these stress relief teas can help restore health.
You can easily buy tea at the store, but we feel that making it yourself adds to the relaxing effect. Having a daily tea-making ritual in place can help you unwind to enjoy the tea even more!
Final thoughts on making stress relief teas that will help calm your mind in a busy world
Everyone seems stressed out these days, but drinking tea can help take the edge off. It may not solve all your problems, but it can certainly relax you after a long day at work. You can even make these teas in the morning before you start your day to improve your mindset. Herbal teas have so many important benefits beyond just reducing stress, so we hope you’ll try these stress relief teas! If you make them, let us know what you think in the comments.
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