5 herbal teas you have to try

The explosion of herbal teas on the market is evidence that the humble “cuppa” is no longer limited to the common Camellia sinensis. The following varieties are teas that not only taste good, but also deliver a host of health benefits, taking you from tea break to self-care.

Hibiscus

Not only devastatingly beautiful, hibiscus flowers are brimming with polyphenols that have been enjoyed as part of the diet in Africa, South-East Asia and many subtropical places around the world. The sepals — outer portion of the flower that protects the petals — are the part that is most used commercially, and can be found in jams, juices, jellies, syrups, wines and cakes.

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