1. Green Tea
Green tea is a hugely popular health drink. Some of the benefits of Green tea are increased metabolism which is ideal for fat loss, its packed full of potent antioxidants, improves bad breath, improves insulin health, aids in liver detoxification and decreases inflammation in the body, particularly after a hard training session. Aim to have at least 5 cups a day
2. Rooibos (Red Bush) Tea
Rooibos tea encourages restful sleep, improves blood circulation, contains powerful antioxidants, has a very high mineral content and has been shown to prevent against some cancers
3. Chamomile Tea
Chamomile tea has been proven to help improve and encourage restful sleep, relieve insomnia, decrease stress and anxiety, boosts your immune system to fight against colds, soothe an upset stomach and lowers blood glucose levels which is great for type 2 diabetics
4. Oat Flower, Lavender and Limeflower Tea
This is a favourite night time tea that helps encourage restful sleep, stress relief and significantly calms the mind. Let this infuse in boiling water for 5 minutes for best taste
5. Ginger tea
Ginger tea is superb for relieving nausea, it improves digestion, reduces inflammation, strengthens the immune system and relieves stress. Be careful not to drink too much as this can in fact cause nausea, make digestive problems worse and prevent sleep. Probably best consumed during the daytime