Herbal infusions or "tisanes" are not made from the Camellia sinensis plant. In fact, most herbal teas in the market really are not tea at all - they are infusions made with herbs, flowers, roots, spices or other parts of some plants.
Although tisanes may not provide as much polyphenols, they do promote other various health benefits such as relaxation and calming effects. Here are some of the common herbal infusions and their therapeutic effects:
Herbal Teas & Health Benefits:
- Camomile:
Mild enough for children, camomile can soothe sore throats, ease abdominal cramps and relax tense muscles. It is known to relieve digestive upsets caused by nervous tension and serves as a gentle sedative for insomnia. Camomile is also used to relieve allergy symptoms like skin rashes, rhinitis and sinusitis.
