7 Herbal Tea Alternatives To Milk Tea For A Caffeine-Free Upgrade

Are you a tea lover who loves their hot brew of milk tea? Well, milk teas are tempting, but we cannot deny the fact that they are ‘not healthy’, especially when consumed multiple times a day. For a lot of people, tea is not just a beverage but a quick fix. Whether it is to fight tiredness, relieve a headache, out of boredom, or as a remedy for cough and cold, tea plays numerous roles in our lives. However, experts, time and again, flag that overconsumption of caffeine is not good for our body. It can overstimulate our system and trigger issues over time.
This International Tea Day, let us take a small step for a healthy lifestyle and replace heavy milk teas with herbal teas. If you are not familiar with caffeine-free tea alternatives, here are seven herbal teas suggested by Archana Jain, Dietitian and Nutritionist, Director, Angelcare-A Nutrition and Wellness Center, Jaipur, that you can give a try and see what suits you the best.

Chamomile Tea

This is one of the most soothing herbal teas. This is mostly recommended to be consumed at night as it helps de-stress the mind and body, and get a restful sleep.

Hibiscus Tea

One of the most flavourful and beautiful floral teas is hibiscus. The lovely red colour pigment from the hibiscus flower leaves makes it too tempting to resist. Additionally, it can offer you certain health benefits like weight loss, blood pressure control, and reduced inflammation, to name a few.

Also Read: Hibiscus Tea: How To Make It, Know It's Health Benefits 

Peppermint Tea

If you suffer from bloating and indigestion, you should start having peppermint tea. It is a potent cooling agent that helps keep the stomach cool and relieve digestive troubles.

Ginger Honey Tea

Most people crave milk tea mostly in the winter. As a substitute, you can have ginger honey tea, which is warm, spicy, and soothing. It relieves nausea and reduces inflammation.

Lemongrass Tea

If you like citrusy flavours, then lemongrass tea is the best option. It has a refreshing aroma and taste that will make you feel refreshed instantly. Besides, it helps in promoting relaxation and alleviating anxiety.

Also Read: What Happens To Your Body When You Drink Aparajita Tea Daily?

Blue Tea or Butterfly Pea Flower Tea

Have you seen those beautiful blue tea photos? Not only does it look refreshing, but it is also packed with antioxidants and other nutrients. Made from Aparajita flowers, it offers enormous health benefits. For better taste and color-changing effects, squeeze in some lemon juice.

Cumin, Coriander, and Fennel Tea

This is a classic Ayurvedic tea that helps you lose weight. These seeds are known to boost digestion and metabolism for faster fat burn.

Final Word

Milk tea is tasty, but if you are looking for caffeine-free teas, these herbal blends are the best. These tempt your palate, soothe your digestive system, and offer amazing health benefits.