There are all kinds of teas-black, white, herbal,
caffeinated, non-caffeinated, green and many more. Teas also serve many
different purposes from weight loss to relaxation from a long day.
There are also teas that are soothing for the tummy. When I
feel bloated, crampy or just need to relax, I warm up some water in the
microwave and drink either Celstial
Seasonings peppermint or chamomile tea.
Another favorite of mine is honey vanilla chamomile. It has a little more flavor!
Peppermint and chamomile teas are classified as herbal teas, which are very good for
you!
“Herbal teas made with peppermint and chamomile may aid in
relieving gas pain, flatulence due to Crohn's disease as well as improving the
overall health of your digestive system. The menthol found in peppermint tea
soothes the muscles in the digestive tract by producing antispasmodic effects.
In addition, peppermint tea may help to calm a nervous stomach and relieve
stomach pain. Chamomile is commonly used for its antispasmodic and
anti-inflammatory properties. These properties help with digestion and
alleviating flatulence (www.livestrong.com)”
Before I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, I was a coffee
drinker. I love the smell and taste of coffee-especially with creamer and
Splenda. I do miss it sometimes. And I have to admit, every now and then on a
“good Crohn’s day” I will have half a cup just to satisfy my craving.
My husband and I received a beautiful coffee maker as a
wedding gift. It makes me sad that I can’t use it for myself more, but I am
happy getting to make coffee for him or guests just so I can have the aroma of
coffee throughout our apartment. J
Overtime, I have come to crave tea just as much. And it has
been a better substitute, because it makes me feel better and it is good for
you!
I always add some Splenda
to give it more flavor, and sometimes I add a little bit of lactose free milk to make it a little
creamy. Yum!
The other day I was at Whole Foods grocery store and saw a
probiotic tea. That could be a good one too. I will have to check into that!
If you know of any other good teas for the tummy, let me
know!
I am trying to make the switch from coffee to tea. Some days are more successful than others. I have a ginger green tea that tastes great, but I'm not sure how it is for the stomach.
ReplyDeleteI read Fennel Tea is very good for Crohn's. I tried making some today, but I made it wrong. I will try again tomorrow :)
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