Magic pine tea for a sharp mind

2024-02-02 11:41:00, Shëndeti CNA

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The graceful pines of our country are not just for decoration. In 200 grams of coniferous pine leaves we find 136 mg of vitamin C. They also contain vitamin A, B1, B2, B3, calcium, iron, phosphorus, potassium and sodium.

If these nutrients are not enough, then you should know that these sharp needles can be prepared into a tea that is extremely rich in antioxidants.

You probably didn't know, but pine needle tea has been used by humans for centuries. The aroma and taste are quite pleasant.

AgroWeb.org tells you that pine needles are rich in vitamin C.

They are used against heart diseases, varicose veins, fatigue, kidney problems, improve vision, concentration and slow down the aging process.

Scientists show that pine needle tea promotes longevity.

They are of the opinion that this tea is perfect to be consumed during the winter days. Coniferous pine leaves should be thoroughly washed under running water before being thrown into the teapot filled with water.

The vitamin C found in pine needles is thought to be five times higher than the amount of this vitamin found in lemons.

AgroWeb.org research explains that this means that a cup of pine needles can release 400 mg of vitamin C in a cup of tea. Pine tea is rich in vitamin A, beta carotene that serves as an antioxidant and guarantees good vision and regenerates the skin as well as the production of red blood cells.

Scientists have studied the nutritional value of pine-based foods (coniferous leaves, bark, seeds, resin) that have been consumed for centuries and until now.

They have found data to support the claims that pine provides products of great value, not just medicinal.

Studies at the National Center for Biotechnology Information at the US National Library of Medicine consulted by AgroWeb.org have highlighted the chemical composition of essential oils prepared from the needles and bolls of Balkan pines growing in Albania and northern Greece.

How to prepare pine leaf tea?

The perfect tea of ??pine leaves brings a lot of pleasure and AgroWeb.org tells you that it is an experience full of value if you consume it at any time of the year.

-Take a pine branch and strip it of the coniferous leaves.
-Wash them with plenty of water
-Cut them into small pieces and press them with a spoon to release more flavor. Put them in a cup.
- Boil two liters of water in a teapot or pot.
-Pour the warm water over the pine needles, which will float to the surface.

AgroWeb.org advises you to cover the cup with a lid to preserve more of the essential oils released in the water.

Keep the cup covered until the needles lose their color tone and sink to the bottom of the cup. This is a process that takes place throughout the night. Add honey and taste.

It's amazing what value you can get in a simple cup of tea. Mother nature offers extraordinary ways to enrich and heal the organism./ AgroWeb.org