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Nowadays, due to hectic life and deteriorating lifestyle, women are facing many health problems. The most common among these is hormonal imbalance in the body and severe discomfort during periods. During menstruation, many women experience such severe stomach pain, cramps and spasms that even doing their daily work becomes difficult.

For centuries in our country, it has been advised to drink hot things or decoction during this period, so that blood flow can improve. Although many people consider this to be just an old myth. But both Ayurveda and modern medical science believe that some special herbs present in the kitchen can show magical effect in reducing this pain.

recently Iranian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery Research A systematic review published in 2015 also confirms that peppermint is very helpful in relieving problems to periods. Come, Dr. Chanchal Sharma, Director of Asha Ayurveda and Gynecologist Let us know which Ayurvedic tea is best during this time and how it is prepared.

4 big benefits of mint, basil and cinnamon tea

? Expert Opinion: What does Dr. Chanchal Sharma say?

“Mint, basil and cinnamon – all three of these herbs have anti-oxidants, anti-inflammatory (reduces inflammation) and anti-bacterial properties in abundance. When a herbal tea is prepared by mixing these three, it goes into the women’s body and directly acts on the hormones that cause pain and stress.”

Regular consumption of this herbal tea provides these main benefits to the body:

1. Relief from breast heaviness and pain

Many women feel heaviness, stiffness and severe pain in the breasts just before or during their periods. Iranian Red Crescent Medical Journal According to a study published in, cinnamon can very effectively control problems like menstrual pain, heavy bleeding, nausea and vomiting without any side effects.

2. Helpful in balancing hormones

Due to imbalance of hormones like estrogen and progesterone in the body, the period cycle becomes irregular. This tea helps in naturally stabilizing the hormonal levels by detoxifying the internal system, so that next time the periods come at their right time.

3. Manage mental stress and mood swings

Frequent mood changes, irritability or sudden increase in stress are quite common during periods. The mint and basil elements present in this herbal tea relax the nerves of the brain, thereby reducing the level of cortisol (stress hormone) and providing mental peace.

4. Improves insulin sensitivity

Nowadays, the problem of insulin resistance has increased a lot in women due to PCOS. This mixture of cinnamon and basil reduces oxidative stress in the body and improves insulin sensitivity, which also helps in controlling weight.

Properties of Main Ingredients (Quick Overview)

How to make this Ayurvedic herbal tea at home?

It is very easy to make this tea and for this you do not need to bring any expensive ingredients from outside.

1.Add the ingredients to the pan:step 1.

Take 1 cup of clean water in a clean saucepan or tea pot. Now add 4 to 5 fresh mint leaves, 4 to 5 basil leaves and a small piece of cinnamon (or half teaspoon cinnamon powder).

2. Boil on low flame:Step 2.

Turn on the gas and keep the vessel on low flame. Let this mixture boil well for at least 3 to 4 minutes, so that the extracts and medicinal properties of all three things dissolve completely in the water.

3. Filter and drink lukewarm:Step 3.

After boiling, turn off the gas. Strain the tea into a cup. When it becomes slightly lukewarm (enough to drink by sipping), then sit back and enjoy it. If you want, you can also add half a spoon of honey to it for taste.

Always keep these things in mind (Important Precautions)

Even though it is a completely natural and home remedy, it is important to take some precautions while taking it:

• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients like basil, mint or cinnamon, do not consume this tea at all.

• This remedy is for general pain and imbalance. If you have unbearable pain during periods, bleeding lasts for a long time or have any chronic disease, then instead of treating yourself, immediately consult a specialist doctor or gynecologist for proper examination.

• Along with home remedies, get enough sleep, eat a balanced diet and keep your lifestyle healthy.