Gentle Detox Herbal Tea Benefits

Holy Basil Health Benefits

Stimulate and Vitalize Your Body

Known to be high in anti-oxidants and helps your body detox. Studies show that holy basil can protect your body against toxic chemicals. Has the possibility to prevent cancer as it can reduce the growth of cancerous cells.

Rosehip Benefits

Rich in Antioxidants

May protect against chronic conditions like heart disease, cancer, and type 2 diabetes. The high levels of polyphenols, carotenoids, and vitamins C and E, are all full of powerful antioxidant properties.

Plants from higher altitudes have larger amounts of antioxidants.

May Support A Healthy Immune System

In addition to vitamin C, rosehips contain high levels of polyphenols and vitamins A and E, all of which help strengthen and protect your immune system.

May Protect Against Heart Disease

Several studies have found that supplementing vitamin C per day was associated with a significant decrease in LDL (bad) cholesterol and blood triglycerides, two risk factors for heart disease. Rose hips are also high in flavonoids and these antioxidants have been shown to reduce blood pressure in people with elevated levels and improved blood flow to the heart.

May Reduce Inflammation and Pain

Rosehip is high in anti-inflammatory effects, including polyphenols and galactolipids. Galactolipids are a main type of cell membrane and have been studied for their strong anti-inflammatory properties and potential to reduce joint pain. Other studies showed that supplementing rosehip reduced joint pain in people with osteoarthritis.

May Fight Skin Aging

Collagen is responsible for providing elasticity to your skin. Vitamin C is shown to promote collagen synthesis and protect skin cells against sun damage. Carotenoid astaxanthin helps prevent breakdown of collagen, which may help with anti-aging effect.

 

Linden Blossoms Benefits

May Promote Relaxation

Some studies support the claims that the steeped sweet flowers can promote relaxation and relieve symptoms of anxiety.

May Help Fight Inflammation

Chronic inflammation can contribute to the development of type 2 diabetes and cancer. The flavonoids are a type of antioxidant in Tilia flowers. Tiliroside are a potent antioxidant, which that acts by scavenging free radicals in your body. Free radicals can cause oxidative damage, which can lead to inflammation. Kaempherol found in this blossom was shown in studies to have cancer-fighting properties.

May Reduce Mild Pain

Some antioxidants in Linden may help reduce chronic pain. Other studies showed a significant improvement in pain symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. Tiliroside and quercetin, which are two antioxidants in linden tea, may also help reduce pain.

May Have Diuretic Effects

Diuretic is a substance that encourages excrete in fluid, while diaphoretic is a substance that’s used to cool a fever by encouraging sweat.

Linked To Lower Blood Pressure

Some plant components, such as Tiliroside, rutoside, and chlorogenic acid, may help lower blood pressure. A mouse study showed Tiliroside, an antioxidant affected calcium channels in the heart. Another study on mice revealed a systolic blood pressure decrease.

May Help You Sleep

There are strong sedative properties which may encourage relaxation leading to sleep.

Soothes Your Digestive Tract

Linden does deliver gentle heat and hydration. These both soothe your digestive tract, as water can help food move through your intestines. A study on children with antibiotic-resistant diarrhea, revealed Tiliroside having potent antibacterial properties. This antioxidant was extracted from a different flower, though it is found in linden.

 

Cross Reference:

Holy Basil Health Benefits Research Reference

Rosehip Benefits Research Reference

Linden Blossoms Benefits Research Reference