A blissful escape from the summer heat, iced tea can be the ultimate thirst quencher in summer as it can cool your body and refresh your senses. Tea lovers can explore a whole range of flavours while trying different recipes of this summer drink with seasonal fruits like mango, peach, cherry to name a few. Be it the classic lemon iced tea that has fans all over the world, fruity flavours, or the one with refreshing taste of mint, this amazing beverage never ceases to surprise. If you are health conscious and tend to avoid sugar-loaded cold drinks or soda, iced tea could be the best bet. Rich in anti-oxidants and good for metabolism, iced tea helps you not only to beat the heat but also bring several health benefits. Apart from the power of flavonoids, antioxidants and GABA that can help boost immunity, consuming iced tea can also hydrate your body well in the scorching summer heat. (Also read: 8 amazing summer drinks to help you beat the heat wave)
“Having fresh fruit-based iced tea can help maintain and pep up hydration. The GABA receptors present in tea leaves helps reduce anxiety and stress when consumed in moderate amount. Tea leaves are also rich in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory nutrients that helps to strengthen the immune system and fight infections. Fresh fruit iced tea with mint, lime, and natural sweetener honey can also aid in weight loss, and speed up the metabolism leading in effective weight loss. Iced tea can also be a healthy alternative to soda or diet sodas that are filled with artificial sweeteners and flavours with zero nourishment factor. Iced tea on the other if consumed in unsweetened form is a perfect health drink. Ice tea is also a good source of flavonoids and fluoride. Fluorides are required for stronger bones, teeth, and also prevents tooth decay and fights chronic diseases,” says Sneha Sanjay, Sr. Executive Nutritionist, Cloudnine Group of Hospitals, Jayanagar.
Sneha Sanjay also shares recipes for healthy iced tea preparations that you can easily try at home.
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