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Table of Contents:
- Why is it called chai tea?
- What is in a chai tea?
- Why does chai tea make me sleepy?
- Can tea make you lose weight?
- Can tea make you sleepy?
Why is it called chai tea?
The name “chai” is actually the Hindi word for “tea”, which was derived from “cha”, the Chinese word for “tea”. In this case, the Hindi term chai means a mix of spices steeped into a tea-like beverage. Recipes for chai vary across continents, cultures, towns and families.
What is in a chai tea?
Chai can include a number of different spices. Cardamom is the most common ingredient, followed by some mixture of cinnamon, ginger, star anise and cloves. Pepper, coriander, nutmeg and fennel are also used, but they are slightly less common.
Why does chai tea make me sleepy?
Causes. It is thought that tea drunkenness is a result of the combination of caffeine and other molecules in tea, particularly L-theanine. Consumed without caffeine, L-theanine induces a very calm (and often very sleepy) state. In fact, L-theanine has been studied as a clinical anxiety-reducing medical treatment.
Can tea make you lose weight?
Teas have a type of flavonoid called catechins that may boost metabolism and help your body break down fats more quickly. And the caffeine in many teas increases your energy use, causing your body to burn more calories. These two compounds probably work best together for any weight loss that may occur.
Can tea make you sleepy?
Herbal teas that contain no caffeine like chamomile or peppermint are great choices. Many companies make teas specific for helping you fall to sleep and sleep better. They're often called sleepy tea or nighttime tea and have no caffeine and ingredients that help you relax and fall to sleep.
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