As the temperature difference between day and night widens, the sound of sneezing can be heard from here and there. It's a time when the bronchial tubes are suffering. If not careful, inflammation can develop and bronchial diseases can occur easily. To maintain bronchial health, managing your eating habits is also necessary.

In such cases, drinking a warm cup of tea can be helpful. Based on information from American health and medical media 'WebMD' and lifestyle media 'Real Simple,' we looked into teas that are good for preventing inflammation and beneficial for both respiratory health and overall well-being.

 

Ginger tea contains compounds such as gingerol, shogaol, and gingerone, which produce the spicy aroma of ginger and help prevent sore throats. It also helps reduce coughing and phlegm, and soothes nausea. When drinking ginger tea, it is best to let it cool to below 60°C so it is not too hot.

Black tea accounts for 75% of the world's tea consumption, making it the most common and widely consumed. Black tea has a slightly bitter taste, and each cup contains about 40mg of caffeine (coffee contains 50-100mg per cup).

Black tea is a compound rich in antioxidant components such as theaflavins and thearubigins. These antioxidants help lower cholesterol levels. There is also research indicating that people who drink three or more cups a day have a 21% reduced risk of stroke.

 

Loquat tea = Organic acids such as malic acid, tartaric acid, and citric acid contained in loquat stimulate the secretion of digestive enzymes like saliva, bile, and pancreatic juice, while also exhibiting antimicrobial effects, promoting metabolism, and boosting immunity.

 

 

Green tea = Green tea has a more subtle aroma compared to black tea. A cup contains 25 mg of caffeine. Green tea is rich in an antioxidant called catechin.

Catechin is known to be a type of EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate) that has the power to combat everything from cancer to heart disease. According to research, drinking a cup of green tea daily can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease by up to 10%.

 

Bellflower root tea = The saponin components in bellflower root increase the amount of mucus called mucin that moistens the bronchi, protecting the bronchial lining. Since the skin of the bellflower root is rich in nutrients, it is better to eat it with the skin on. It can be washed thoroughly and eaten raw, or you can put 100g of bellflower root in 600ml of water, boil it into tea, and drink it.

 

Herbal tea = Technically, herbal tea is not tea. It usually consists of dried fruits, flowers, and scented candles mixed together. Scented candle ingredients do not contain caffeine. It is advisable to avoid herbal teas that promote weight loss.

Because it may contain dangerous laxatives. Compared to traditional teas, there is still limited research on herbal tea blends. However, studies suggest that drinking three cups of hibiscus tea daily can lower blood pressure in people with hypertension. Additionally, chamomile tea helps you sleep, and peppermint tea soothes the stomach.

 

Oolong tea is similar to black tea, but it is fermented for a shorter period, resulting in a richer flavor. One cup contains about 30 mg of caffeine. Oolong tea helps with weight loss.

Oolong tea accumulates in fat cells and activates enzymes that break down neutral fats. One study showed that women who drank oolong tea burned more calories over two hours compared to those who only drank water.

 

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When I was young, there was a quince tree at home.

I always drank quince tea in winter.

 

It's nice to leave it at home too, and it smells good~

 

I should make a traditional Korean fruit punch with quince.