If you love sipping on soothing herbal teas and are not a fan of cold beverages, then ajwain tea is going to become your favourite drink this summer. Although ajwain can be eaten raw; they are often recommended to be consumed after steeping them in water or boiling them to make an herbal tea. The seeds are beneficial to the body when consumed during the summers.
Here Are Some Benefits Of Ajwain Seeds For Summers:
1. Improves Digestion: Ajwain is very effective against digestive disorders and is also vouched for by Ayurveda. Regular consumption of ajwain improves the efficiency of your stomach and digestive system, moreover, it helps reduce acidity.
2. Improves Appetite: We often suffer from a lack of appetite during the hot summer months. Ajwain is said to increase appetite, thus helping you stay healthy and energetic during summers.
3. Reduces Flatulence: Ajwain is said to help people suffering from chronic flatulence due to its carminative properties.
4. Detoxifies The System: Ajwain is rich in antioxidants and may help remove harmful toxins from your body.
5. Improves Metabolism: Ajwain is also said to improve the metabolic rate of the body, helping you burn calories better.
How To Make Ajwain Tea For Summers
Making a non-caffeinated ajwain tea drink for summers is extremely easy. All you need is some olive green ajwain seeds and some water. Dry roast the seeds until they turn brown in colour and emit a strong aroma. You can store these dry roasted carom seeds in an airtight container and use it to make ajwain tea any time of the day. Add these roasted ajwain seeds to a cup of boiling water and remove the water from heat, once it slightly changes colour. You may either strain the water and drink the tea hot or you may also choose to leave the seeds in the drink and chew them after you're finished with the tea.
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Ajwain tea is a simple home remedy for all your digestive problems that often cause inconvenience during summers. Moreover, since this drink has no caffeine, it has no side effects. If you want your normal caffeine kick though, then you may add black tea leaves to boiling water along with the ajwain. However, it's better to have this tea as is, as excessive caffeine consumption is said to dehydrate you during summers.
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