This type of tea is good for the health of older people

/Nguyen Ngoan – VTC News/

Tea is a plant-based beverage that has demonstrated many nutritious properties due to the presence of plant compounds called polyphenols, which are antioxidants that provide health benefits.

Phytochemicals – polyphenols in tea play a role in preventing or slowing down cell damage and protecting cells from carcinogens, according to the Mayo Clinic.

Some studies also show that compared with non-tea drinkers, older people who regularly drink tea (such as green, black, or oolong) are associated with healthier cognitive function.

Specialist Doctor 2 Huynh Tan Vu, Day Treatment Unit, Ho Chi Minh City University of Medicine and Pharmacy Hospital – facility 3, shared that using herbal teas will help the elderly increase their resistance, Reduce blood fat, and prevent arteriosclerosis, support the prevention and treatment of some diseases caused by aging.

This type of tea is very good for the health of older people

Turmeric tea

Turmeric is a popular addition to many dishes, creating a unique flavor and potential health benefits. The health benefits and longevity of turmeric are attributed to the contribution of curcumin. This is a natural compound with biological activity and anti-cancer properties.

Green tea

Green tea leaves (green tea) contain up to 20% tannin – a substance that has strong skin-tightening and antiseptic effects. In addition, green tea has caffeine at a rate of 1.55% and some vitamins B1, B2, and C.

Green tea helps clear the mind for even the elderly and fights depression. Aromatic compounds and theanine help reduce stress, fight allergies, and help the brain relax. Caffeine in the form of titanate compounds makes you feel refreshed, increases heart activity, and reduces fatigue.

In addition, antioxidants in green tea also help prevent cardiovascular disease, reduce bad cholesterol, prevent hardening of blood vessels, and prevent strokes.

Rose tea

Rose flowers help increase the strength of blood vessels and stop bleeding. It also helps strengthen heart muscle contractions, lower blood pressure, lower blood fat, and slow down the process of atherosclerosis. Put the flowers in boiling water, steep, and drink.

Artichoke tea

Artichoke is a type of tea quite familiar to us that helps clear bile, increase bile excretion, is a diuretic, helps cool the liver, provides fiber, and reduces cholesterol in the blood.

In addition, drinking artichoke tea regularly can also be a very good antioxidant. Every day, you only need to use 3-5 artichoke tea bags, and you will see a clear change in your health.

Robusta tea

Robusta trees grow abundantly in tropical regions. In our country, for a long time, the leaves – buds – bark – and roots of the guava tree have been used by people to make refreshing tea.

Robusta leaves have the effect of strengthening the spleen, helping people eat well and have good digestion. The bitter and astringent substances in cassava will stimulate the secretion of more digestive juices, tannins protect the intestinal mucosa, and cassava essential oil has antibacterial properties. Still, it does not especially harm beneficial bacteria in the intestines.

According to research documents by Professor Do Tat Loi, guava leaves and buds contain plant antibiotics, killing many disease-causing bacteria, including Gram- and Gram+ bacteria.

According to Oriental medicine, Robusta has a slightly acrid taste, cool properties, and non-toxic properties, and it has the effect of clearing heat, reducing inflammation, and killing bacteria. Folk often use leaves, bark, stems, and flowers as medicine to treat bloating, indigestion, diarrhea, boils, chronic colitis, and bacillary dysentery.

Chrysanthemum tea

Chrysanthemum tea clears heat and relaxes the liver, brightens the eyes, and has high nutritional value, making it more suitable for older people.

For people with high blood pressure, you can also use dried chrysanthemums soaked in water in an appropriate amount. Chrysanthemum flowers are fragrant, sweet, and cool, slightly bitter. Drinking for a long time also dilates blood vessels very effectively and lowers blood pressure.

Squash tea

The main component of squash is water, but when absorbed into the body, it limits water retention. Winter melon helps the body eliminate toxins. Therefore, squash not only helps lose weight effectively but also has the effect of beautifying the skin.

In addition, winter melon tea is also a popular daily drink that helps cool the body. This drink contains many antioxidants. Therefore, it is very good for the digestive system, reduces stress and fatigue, and enhances metabolism in the body.

Lotus heart tea

Lotus heart tea is good for older people and is recommended by many experts and leading doctors. Commonly used in many sedative remedies, it stimulates the digestive system, helps lower blood sugar, and reduces stress and anxiety.

In addition, this is a type of tea that is used regularly for patients with chronic diabetes and fatty liver.

The Lotus heart contains many compounds that help control the body’s ability to absorb glucose. They help limit energy and carbohydrate metabolism disorders. Lotus heart tea nourishes yin and benefits the kidneys, so it not only helps older people sleep better but also supports the function of the excretory system and kidneys.

Although herbal tea is good, Dr. Vu recommends that for tea to be effective, older adults need to use the correct dosage and should not abuse it. Regularly drinking the same type of tea can negatively affect digestion, as tannins in green tea reduce the ability to absorb iron and vitamin B1.

When using herbal tea, people with medical conditions need guidance from a professional. If used incorrectly, the disease may become worse. For people who are not sick, casually drinking a lot of herbal tea can cause drug poisoning. Patients who are taking medication should consult a physician when using herbal tea to avoid unwanted interactions.