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If you struggle with inflammation, adding an anti-inflammatory tea to your diet is one effective way of relieving your symptoms. Specifically, choosing a tea right before bed can help you have a better night and morning. However, some of the most popular anti-inflammatory teas (like green tea and black tea) are full of caffeine. Luckily, there are tons of other caffeine-free options that you can choose from to make your nighttime routine even better.
Read on for the 4 anti-inflammatory teas you should drink before bed for a better night!
Chamomile
Chamomile tea is an excellent addition to any nighttime routine since it helps you fall asleep. Additionally, it is known to help reduce stress and inflammation.
With that in mind, brewing some chamomile tea before bed is one great way to have a better night's sleep.
Ginger
Ginger tea is well-known for its health benefits since it is a powerful antioxidant with anti-inflammatory properties as well.
Adding a cup of ginger tea to your nighttime routine can benefit your overall health and fight off inflammation.
Holy Basil
Holy basil is considered an excellent anti-inflammatory tea with many health benefits.
According to Healthline, "Both animal and human studies have found that holy basil has anti-inflammatory properties that may reduce blood sugar, cholesterol, and blood pressure levels."
Turmeric
Turmeric is a great ingredient to add to your diet for its anti-inflammatory benefits, and turmeric tea is one easy way to incorporate it into your regular routine.
"The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin, a yellow compound known for its many health benefits. It reduces inflammation and pain by interrupting some of the pathways that lead to this condition," Heathline explains.
