According to a Sydney-based naturopath, herbal teas are a great way to alleviate the symptoms of some stress-related problems.
‘Make sure the herbal tea mixtures you choose don’t contain any black tea as these contain caffeine,’ she said, ‘and the teas should always be organic where possible.’
You can try these five teas
1. Chamomile
‘Chamomile tea calms your nervous system which can help you to rest better. If you do have a restful night’s sleep, you won’t feel as anxious or as stressed,’ she recommends.
2. Ginseng
‘Ginseng can be a little pricey for some people,’ the expert said, ‘but it’s great for helping to settle the nervous system.’
3. Turmeric
A cup of turmeric tea made with some heated coconut milk and honey at night can work wonders as a relaxant.’
4. Holy basil
The expert recommended drinking holy basil as tea using the leaves, however, she does warn this can have a slightly bitter and spicy flavour.