Why Detox Teas Are Effective

Today tea is just a second class citizen. This couldn't be farther from the truth. In China, they encountered tea over 5000 years ago and have been drinking it and using it to benefit the sick. Not to worry, tea is becoming more and more popular in North America every day and there is an amazing selection available, including detox teas.

There are many, many different varieties. Camellia sinensis is the name of the tea plant and the green leaves are picked and dried for green tea and also afterward fermented for black tea. It's those green leaves that are important as not only can they wash out our excess toxins but they also improve our immune system with their antioxidant properties.

It's essential to understand that many herbal teas, which are also called tisanes, not only give our internal health a boost but are also very beneficial with the detoxification procedure

Here are some advantages:

It is an all natural herbal product Not only is it very effective but you only need small amounts Naturally helps in the detox process There are many varieties to choose from You can mix and match according to your specific needs It's advantageous to drink them when you first get up as then it's most beneficial You can even lose weight which is a great plus (excuse the pun)

Here are some Detox Herbal Teas you can use: Burdock, dandelion, ginger, senna, cascara sagrada and chamomile to name but a few. You also have the opportunity to do research online to find even more. There are many teasites that give you great information and you can order them there as well. It's easy and simple and will even be delivered to your door!

If you don't like the taste , just add some lemon juice and/or honey or stevia to taste. You will find that not only do they taste good but they are cheap, fun and do a great job, gently cleansing and detoxing.

by SANDRA FIERLING