Description

Blue tea, as the name suggests, is a beverage bearing a prominent blue colour, made from the flowers of the Clitoria ternatea plant. Common names of this medicinal shrub, indigenous to South East Asia, include butterfly pea, cordofan pea, blue pea, aparajitha and Asian pigeonwings.

Blue tea is a popular food trend in recent times, owing to the wonderful benefits it confers, for human health, such as promoting weight loss, detoxifying the body, pacifying the mind, enriching skin texture and improving hair growth.

Medicinal Properties Of Blue Tea

 Antioxidant Properties:

Blue tea is rich in antioxidants, particularly anthocyanins. Antioxidants help protect the body from oxidative stress and free radicals, which can contribute to chronic diseases and ageing.

 Anti-Inflammatory Effects:

Some studies suggest that the compounds in butterfly pea flower tea may have anti-inflammatory properties. This can be beneficial for reducing inflammation in the body, which is associated with various health issues.

 Cooling Properties:

Blue tea is believed to have cooling properties in Ayurveda. It is often consumed to help cool the body and balance excess heat, making it suitable for individuals with a “Pitta” constitution or those experiencing conditions associated with heat and inflammation.

 Anti-Ageing:

The antioxidants in blue tea are believed to help combat free radicals, which can contribute to premature ageing. It is sometimes used for its potential anti-ageing effects on the skin and overall vitality.

 Anxiolytic (Anxiety-Reducing):

Blue tea is known for its calming and stress-reducing properties. It may help reduce anxiety and promote relaxation due to its potential interaction with neurotransmitters in the brain.

 Antibacterial and Antifungal:

Blue tea has shown antibacterial and antifungal properties in some research, which can be beneficial for maintaining overall health and preventing infections.

 How To Make Blue Tea:

The recipe to whip up a cup of blue tea is quite simple. Just boil some blue pea flower petals, along with dried lemongrass, in water for 5 – 10 minutes. Add some honey to this herbal concoction and serve warm before meals. Blue tea can also be consumed cold, post meals, to aid in digestion and promote healthy sleep.