10 Benefits of Moroccan Mint Tea for your body and mind
The benefits of Moroccan mint tea are its boost to the immune system and metabolism, its help for upset stomach, and relief of stress to mention a few. The main ingredients, mint, and green tea make this drink such an amazing boost, and a beautiful hot drink to enjoy with family.
DISCLAIMER: The author is not a medical professional, and this article is for your reference only. If you are introducing any new herbs to your diet consult your doctor for professional medical advice.
The magical ingredients of Moroccan Mint tea
Making your sweet cup of “Atay bi nana“, Moroccan mint tea, like at home in North Africa, is simple. You can make this intoxicating and famous drink with green tea leaves, fresh mint sprigs, caster sugar, and hot water that all, not just tea lovers, will enjoy. You can make as well an excellent iced tea with it.
Nana mint
Mint is called in Morocco nana, and the Moroccan mint is logically known as “nana mint” around the world. The Moroccan spearmint leaves have a bit stronger mint flavor than the other types of mint and peppermint tea. The smell of mint that nana mint has is incredible. With a handful of fresh mint leaves, you can give the sweet cup of mint tea its original flavor and scent.
Chinese gunpowder green tea
To make the Moroccan mint tea blend, you need as well some green tea for your mint tea, otherwise, it would be just a mint infusion. Mostly Moroccans use the Chinese green tea called gunpowder.
The camellia sinensis tea leaves are rolled into tiny balls and have a greyish color, which has given the name “gunpowder” to this specific tea. The health benefits of green tea are undoubtedly extensive, and the loose green leaves used in Moroccan Mint Tea are one main reason that the drink is so amazing. You can make it using tea bags too, but I strongly recommend using loose tea for this one.
The benefits of Moroccan Mint Tea
But have you ever wondered about the benefits this simple tea could give you? Think no longer; I have gathered them for you below.
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1. Relives stress and soothes the mind
Moroccan mint tea contains l-theanine, an incredible amino acid that can promote relaxation and assist with fatigue and frustration. According to a Japanese study, green tea can reduce psychological stress by up to 20% when consumed regularly!
2. Boosts your immune system
Gunpowder tea, often used in Moroccan mint tea, can enhance your immune system. A 2023 study revealed that gunpowder tea contains more catechins than the well-regarded matcha. These catechins serve as antioxidants, assisting in blood sugar management, safeguarding your cells against damage, and lowering inflammation (source).
3. Boosts your metabolism
it also boosts your metabolism supporting you in weight loss. So Moroccan mint tea might be your friend in weight management. Just don’t go overboard, for it still contains sugar as a sweetener!
Insider: A peak into Moroccan living
Moroccan Mint tea, also called the Maghrebi mint tea, has stabilized its place in our hearts as a sweet, intoxicating drink and a beautiful source of antioxidants.
Traditional Moroccan mint tea is served in small glasses with fresh mint twigs and poured from a silver-colored traditional Moroccan teapot (berrad) as a gesture of hospitality and togetherness.
4. Helps your heart
Moroccan mint tea might be the way to a happy heart, for it may reduce your risk of heart disease (source). It contains niacin (vitamin B3), which decreases LDL, the bad cholesterol, and boosts the HDL, the cholesterol goodies.
5. Can help you live longer
It is suggested that drinking green tea 2 to 3 cups a day can tremendously help to increase your lifespan (source). Enjoying Moroccan mint tea traditional way together with family and friends releases the endorphins, the « feel good » chemicals in your body.
6. Against bad breath and oral health
The Moroccan mint tea might be your friend to fight against bad breath and enhance your oral health. The antimicrobial properties of fresh mint help to kill the growth of bacteria in your mouth and the feeling of freshness with « minty fresh breath» is closer than you think.
7. Relieves respiratory problems
Mint in the Moroccan mint tea contains menthol, which opens your airways and relieves flu symptoms like cough, stuffy nose, and loose mucus. Mint is an amazing natural remedy to open the respiratory tract.
8. Promotes better sleep
The amazing amino acid that we talked about in the beginning, l-theanine, reduces also insomnia. Because Moroccan mint tea is made with green tea rather than black tea which contains loads of caffeine Moroccan mint tea can help you fall asleep faster. A study in 2023 found that gunpowder tea has a lower caffeine content than glorified matcha. It does however contain caffeine, so if you prefer to drink your tea without, you should try steeping some herbal tea instead.
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9. Enhances your eyesight
Moroccan mint tea is a good source of vitamin A, which is a must for eye health and having good eye vision.
10. Supports digestion
The mint in Moroccan mint tea helps to fight digestion problems by relaxing the intestinal muscles and decreasing cramps and nausea. It contains digestive properties and is a friend of an upset stomach.
Conclusion
Moroccan mint tea is not just a tasty drink with an intoxicating aroma but a boost for your immune system with incredible antioxidants that support your health and even weight loss. It is a tea lover’s stress relief and when you enjoy Moroccan mint tea the traditional way with your family, it boosts your mood as well. When Moroccan mint tea is steeped at home, you can as well adjust the amount of sugar or leave it out completely, if you like it without.
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