Soursop Tea
More and more people are waking up to the benefits of soursop tea. In this write up, along with the benefits of soursop tea, we will also see how to make the tea.
The soursop plant is native to the regions of Mexico, Venezuela, Central America, South America, Brazil, etc. It is a ever green tea, which has broad leaves and is ever flowering. The scientific name of soursop is Annona muricata. It is known as graviola in Portuguese and guan’bana in Spanish. In the recent years, graviola tree is also grown in South East Asia. The taste of the soursop fruit is a combination of strawberry and pineapple along with some sour citrus flavors. The underlying creamy flavor has some similarity with coconut and banana. Normally the fruit is picked from the tree just before it fully ripens. In case the fruit ripens on the tree and falls, it may be badly bruised. Along with the fruit, soursop tea has become a big hit with people, for the health benefits it has to offer.
There are different ways in which one can have soursop. The fresh fruit of the tree is the best way to consume soursop. It can also be used for making cakes, ice creams, etc. Often people choose to make soursop beverages or also use it for flavoring. The young seeds of the soursop fruit can also be used as a vegetable. The seeds can also be fermented to make a drink similar to apple cider drink.
Soursop Tea Benefits The fruit of soursop is delicious and healthy. Soursop tea and fruit are used for treating a number of health ailments. It is often used for treating stomach ailments. If a person summers from worms, then it is among the best benefits. It can be used in the treatment of vomiting, as the soursop seeds have emetic properties. Using the decoction made from soursop leaves are said to be effective, for getting rid of head lice as well as bed bugs. For treating eruptions on the skin, the leaves of soursop should be crushed and applied. In case of a wound, a poultice made using flesh of soursop should be applied on the wound and left unchanged for 3 days to see the wound disappear. Use soursop juice as a remedy for haematuria, liver ailments and urethritis. For liver ailments, it is best that the juice be taken on an empty stomach. A decoction made from soursop can also be used for treating gall bladder problems, diarrhea and indigestion. The soursop green tea is beneficial in the treatment of coughs. In case of poisoning, the root bark of soursop can be used. Although it is claimed that soursop and cancer cure
are related, research is on about the benefits of soursop tea for cancer.
Soursop is rich in nutrients. It is rich in vitamin C, therefore it also used for treating common cold. People suffering from calcium deficiency benefit a great deal from soursop. It is also a rich source of iron. It does not contain any cholesterol, therefore people suffering from cholesterol can have soursop without any problems.
How to Make Soursop Tea
To make soursop leaf tea, you will need 2 to 3 soursop leaves and a cup of water. It is important that the leaves are not mature. If the leaves have a deep green color, then it is a sign that the leaves are mature. At the same time, make sure that the shape of the leaves is well intact. In a pot bring the water to a boil. Till the water comes to a boil, cut the leaves into small parts with your hands itself. Place the leaves in a cup and pour boil water on the leaves. Let the tea steep for 15 to 30 minutes. Strain the leaves and the soursop tea is ready to be consumed. You can either have the tea warm or cold. Depending on your taste, you may add milk and some sweetener to the tea.
After reading about the health benefits of soursop tea, you will want to include it in your diet. However, it is recommended that you consult your health care professional, before you consume the tea. It can react with the medicines you currently are on. At the same time, it is best to take an allergy to ensure you are not allergic to it.
