Feeling low or not getting the energy to start your Monday after a long weekend? Check out this simple, step-by-step recipe to make peppermint tea at home to beat the Monday blues.
WHAT ARE MORNING BLUES?
A common feeling of low or too lazy to start work after the weekend (Saturday and Sunday off) is known as Monday blues.
BENEFITS OF PEPPERMINT LEAVES
According to the NCBI, peppermint tea has a high amount of antioxidants that can help to boost energy levels in the body and can uplift your mood.
Ingredients
To make peppermint tea at home, you will need only four ingredients that are easily available in the kitchen: a handful of mint leaves, one and a half cups of water, one teaspoon of jaggery or honey, and lemon.
STEP 1: PREPARE MINT LEAVES
Take fresh mint leaves and clean them with water to remove dirt. Then, boil water in a pan or a kettle.
STEP 2: ADD MINT LEAVES
Once your water gets boiled, add mint leaves to it and continue boiling it until the water gets half of its quantity.
STEP 3: Strain And Serve
Strain the tea into a cup, add honey or jaggery (optional), and a squeeze of lemon. Enjoy your mint tea hot or let it cool for a refreshing iced tea.
CONCLUSION
You can follow these simple steps to make mint tea at home to beat the Monday blues. Consult a health expert for individualised advice.