Are you looking for a delicious way to enhance your health? You might be surprised that tangerines, like the Juicy Crunch Tangerine, can significantly boost your wellness when incorporated into your tea. Here’s how!
Unlocking the Power of Tangerines
Tangerines, apart from being tangy, delicious, and refreshing, are filled with a plethora of health benefits:
- Bursting with Vitamin C: Tangerines are a powerhouse of vitamin C, helping to boost your immune system and ward off colds and flu.
- A Great Digestion Aid: Tangerines can help your body improve its digestive process, easing discomfort and bloating.
- Packed with Antioxidants: The vibrant orange peel is laden with beneficial antioxidants that help combat harmful free radicals in your body. Because they are filled with so many antioxidants, they are helpful for cancer prevention.
- Effective for Weight Management: Tangerines can contribute to your weight management efforts by boosting metabolism and reducing cravings.
The beautiful thing about this fruit is that while the juicy fruit segment contributes to a significant part of its value, a forgotten hero is its peel, which becomes a remarkable health tonic when used to brew tea.
The Magic of Tangerine Tea
You might have scrapped the idea of using citrus peels, but did you know that tangerine peel is a common ingredient in various traditional Chinese medicinal recipes? Here’s why:
- Relax and De-stress: The aromatic essence of tangerine tea comes from the peel and can serve as a stress relief agent. Unwinding with a warm cup of this citrus-infused tea can keep you relaxed and promote better sleep.
- Heart Health: The peel-rich tangerine tea is abundant in flavonoids, which are known to reduce inflammation and lower blood pressure and cholesterol – all crucial factors for maintaining heart health.
- Improved Digestion: As compounds in tangerine peels can stimulate the production of digestive enzymes, your post-meal tea could double as a digestive aid!
How To Make Tangerine Tea
Just Using the Peel:
- 1 Juicy Crunch Tangerine (you’re using the peel)
- Hot water
- Sweetener (optional)
Here’s what to do:
- Thoroughly wash a Juicy Crunch Tangerine.
- Carefully peel the skin, leaving the juicy fruit for another use.
- Dry the peel under the sun or in a dehydrator. Once fully dried, it’s ready for use. (Note: You can also store dried peels in an airtight container for future use.)
- Steep one full peel (or less, based on preference) in boiling water for about 10-15 minutes.
- Strain, add sweetener if desired, and enjoy your homemade, health-boosting tangerine tea!
You can add other herbs and spices with the tangerine peels to make your own flavor combinations, like star anise, ginger, cinnamon, and clove.
Using the whole fruit with your own tea bag:
Ingredients
- 1 Juicy Crunch Tangerine or the juice of it
- 1 Cup of boiling water
- 1 Tea bag (green tea, black tea, herbal tea – the choice is yours)
- Honey or sweetener, if desired
Instructions
- Peel the tangerine and set aside the peel to infuse your tea with it. Squeeze out the juice from the tangerine (skip this step if you’re using the whole fruit).
- Pour boiling water into your cup, and add your chosen tea bag along with the tangerine juice or the whole peeled tangerine.
- Let the tea steep for several minutes. The longer it steeps, the stronger the tangerine flavor.
- If desired, sweeten your tea with honey or another sweetener of your choice.
Remember, you can adjust this to your taste preference. Enjoy your homemade tangerine tea and reap its health benefits!
Conclusion
When tangerines are incorporated into your tea routine, they provide a wealth of health-promoting goodness. Beyond the fruit’s tangy flavor and juicy texture, give some credit and use the peel for a refreshing and soothing cup of tangerine tea, or boost your tea with the juices of the tangerines for added health benefits. There are many ways to use the Juicy Crunch Tangerines, and a refreshing cup of tea keeps you warm through the winter while promoting self-care.
Sources:
- Healthline, 9 Health Benefits of Tangerines
- WebMD, Tangerines: Health Benefits, Nutrients per Serving, Preparation
- Science Direct, Citrus Peels Prevent Cancer
- The View from Great Island, How to Make Tangerine Tea
