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Introduction
Clove Green Tea blends the spicy taste of cloves with refreshing green tea. Loved for generations, it’s not just tasty—it’s also good for your health.
What is Clove Green Tea?
This tea is a mix of dried cloves and green tea leaves brewed together. Cloves are small but mighty, packed with a natural oil called eugenol that helps fight off sickness and calms inflammation. Combined with green tea, known for its health perks, this tea is a great choice for a healthy drink.
Who Can Drink Clove Green Tea?
Good for
- People with stomach issues.
- Anyone looking to reduce body inflammation.
Things to Consider:
- Pregnant Women: It’s best to talk to a doctor before drinking clove tea.
- Kids: Only give them a little.
- Medicine Interactions: Check with a doctor if you’re taking blood-thinning drugs.
- Allergies: Stay away if you’re allergic to cloves.
Ingredients and Quantities
- Water: 2 cups
- Cloves: 3-4
- Optional: 1 tulsi (holy basil) tea bag
Tip for Gentle Sipping: If your stomach feels upset easily, add more water to make the tea weaker.
Time and Servings
- Total Time: About 10 minutes.
- Makes: 1-2 cups, depending on how strong you like your tea.
Preparation Method
Boil Water
- Fill a small pot with 2 cups of water and put it on the stove.
- Turn the heat to high and wait until the water starts boiling.
Add Cloves:
- Fill a small pot with 2 cups of water and put it on the stove.
- Turn the heat to high and wait until the water starts boiling.
Let it Simmer:
- Once the cloves are in, turn the heat down to low.
- Let the water simmer with the cloves for about 5-7 minutes. You’ll see the water change to a light green color and it will smell nice.
Strain and Serve:
- Turn off the heat and remove the pot from the stove.
- Place a strainer over your cup and pour the tea through it to catch the cloves.
- If you like, put a tulsi tea bag in your cup before you pour the tea to add more flavor.
Making it Gentler:
- If you have a sensitive stomach, add some more hot water to the tea to make it less strong.
Add Extras (Optional):
- You can add a little honey or a slice of lemon for extra taste, but if your stomach is sensitive, you might want to skip these.
Benefits of Clove Green Tea
Good for Your Stomach: This tea helps coat and protect your stomach, which can keep it from getting irritated.
Keeps Cells Healthy: The ingredients in the tea help fight off harmful particles in your body that can damage cells.
Helps with Swelling: It can reduce swelling and calm sore areas in your body.
Overall Benefits: Drinking this tea can make your stomach feel better and help reduce swelling, which is great for your health.
Benefits of Clove Green Tea
Good for Your Stomach
This tea helps coat and protect your stomach, which can keep it from getting irritated.
Keeps Cells Healthy
The ingredients in the tea help fight off harmful particles in your body that can damage cells.
Helps with Swelling
It can reduce swelling and calm sore areas in your body.
Overall Benefits
Drinking this tea can make your stomach feel better and help reduce swelling, which is great for your health.
Common Questions
Extra Tips
Make It Tastier and Healthier
Add Honey: It makes the tea sweeter and is good for fighting germs.
Add Lemon: Lemon makes it taste better and gives you vitamin C.
Add Ginger: Ginger can make the tea sp