Ayurvedic Herbal tea.

For many of us, starting the day with a hot cup of tea has become a habit we can’t imagine living without. It feels comforting, energizing, and part of our daily routine. But have you ever wondered if this habit is truly benefiting your health? While tea may offer temporary stimulation, overconsumption often leads to side effects like acidity, bloating, restlessness, and even dependency on caffeine. Ayurveda describes such habits as disturbances to our natural balance, slowly weakening digestion and overall vitality.

This is where herbal teas step in as a healthier and more nourishing alternative. Unlike regular tea, herbal teas are naturally caffeine-free and packed with medicinal properties. A cup of tulsi tea, for example, strengthens immunity and calms the nerves. Chamomile tea soothes the mind and promotes sound sleep. Licorice tea supports the respiratory system, while peppermint tea aids digestion. Each herb carries unique healing qualities that not only refresh the senses but also restore balance in the body.

We can prepare different types of Ayurvedic herbal teas for specific purposes. Here are a few examples:

• Ayurvedic Herbal Tea for Memory Enhancement-Ayurvedic herbal tea for memory bosting- Ayurveda offers various herbs which can help in boosting memory. Put 1 tsp of brahmi leaves in one cup of water and let it boil. If available add shankhpushpi leaves also. Both brahmi and shakhpushi is termed as medha rasayan which means herbs which are good for memory. Drinking this tea will give significant help in restoring memory.

Ayurvedic herbal tea for detoxification – Detoxification means eliminating toxins from body. Triphala in ayurveda is wildly used as detoxifier as it helps elimination of wastes from body. Triphala is not only detoxifier but also establishes balance between all three doshas. Put 1 tsp of triphala in one cup of water boil it and have it warm.



Ayurvedic herbal tea for hair health- For hair health, a concoction of Hibiscus, Coriander, Fenugreek, and Bhringraj all these herbs have various vitamins and amino acids which nourished hair follicle. Simmer these herbs in boiling water, then enjoy the nourishing benefits for your hair. 

Ayurvedic herbal tea for radiant skin– Skin is the largest organ of the body. Its health is the reflection of bodily health. Numbers of herbs are used for different motives but in general a well nourished and glowing lustrous spot free and wrinkle free skin is admired by one and all. Saffron is the herb that provides all these basic requirements. Bring a cup of water to boil and turn down the flame. Add manjishtha, neem and  let it simmer for some time. Add a few strands of saffron. You can add sugar to taste. Enjoy the sips and get glowing skin. 

Ayurvedic herbal tea for calming effect – brahmi and jatamansi are the commonly used herbs which have calming effect. These herbs are made to boil with water and consumed after filtering by adding sugar to taste.

Ayurvedic herbal tea for vata – to restore vata balance in body fennel thyme mint and cumin are easily available herbs. They are added to a cup of water and made to boil. Filter and add sugar to taste. Consume when hot.
Similarly tea is made with dashool (ten roots commonly used in ayurveda)  is frequently used where pain due to vata is predominant.

Ayurvedic herbal tea for pitta– shatavri-coriander and chandan are the herbs that bring back vitiated pitta to normal. To a cup of boiling water these herbs are added and allowed to simmer. Sugar is added as per taste.

Ayurvedic herbal tea for kapha– ginger black pepper and pippli are the herbs used to pacify kapha. To a cup of boiling water add pinch of these these herbs and make them boil. Add sugar and have when hot.

Ayurvedic herbal tea for digestion– In Ayurveda we believes disease occours due to weak agni (digestion). A simple tea made of pepper , ginger and fennel seeds can help restoring depleted agni. Take small piece of ginger and crush it add it to 1 cup of water. Put 1 pinch of cayenne pepper and half tsp of fennel seeds. Boil it and enjoy it warm.

Herbal teas are not just a beverage, they are a gentle form of medicine that brings balance, vitality, and harmony to the body and mind. By choosing the right combination of herbs, you can support your unique constitution (Prakriti) and enjoy health in its truest sense.