Chai Depot

I have always been a coffee drinker and I preferred the strong, black kind without any sugar and cream. There was a time when I was drinking too much coffee, maybe four to five cups a day. People always say that too much of something is bad and I would have to agree with them now. When I was drinking too much coffee, I had problems sleeping at night. I was also having palpitations. I was advised to cut back on my intake or switch to drinking hot tea instead. I wasn’t very fond of tea but when a good friend of mine introduced Chai tea to me, I suddenly had a change of heart.

Chai tea is a kind of tea that originated from India. Chai actually translates to tea in many places around the world. It is made up of black tea, milk, spices, and sweetener. It has a full-bodied flavor and the spices used provide a nice layer to its taste. The spices that are commonly used by Chai tea manufacturers are cardamom, cloves, pepper, cinnamon, and ginger. It is a creamy, heartwarming drink that is best served hot. Although a lot of people also prefer the iced variety. Chai tea has been around for centuries, especially in India and it eventually became a popular choice in the Western countries over the years. Most commercialized and famous coffee shops eve offer Chai tea and Chai tea lattes as part of their regular drinks.

What I particularly love right now is the organic Chai tea kind. Now that I am becoming more conscious of what I eat and drink, it’s always a good thing that you are offered healthier alternatives. Health buffs promote organic food choices and Chai tea is not to be left behind. When you say a tea is organic, that means it is processed without the use of synthetic fertilizers and conventional pesticides. The way Chai tea is made also plays a role in it being organic. Organic tea agriculture basically sustains the overall condition of not only the soil used but also the ecosystem.

I didn’t know switching to organic Chai tea will be beneficial to me and the organic tea industry. I am happy that this variant is readily available in the local market as well. I can now enjoy a cup of organic Chai tea as I kick back and relax in the comfort of my home.

-Haidy (converted Chai drinker)

While coffee is still arguably the most popular beverage in the world, Chai tea is steadily gaining more and more followers across the globe. This particular type of drink that originates from India has a very unique taste compared to common teas from other parts of Asia considering that it contains a combination of a number of spices.

Hot or warm Chai tea is a comforting drink during cold weather and it can also be a refreshing drink during the hot days when blended with ice. This drink is very versatile and since a lot of distributors offer this tea in a variety of flavors, there will always be a particular tea for a specific person regardless of preference.

While enjoying a good cup or an ice-blended glass of Chai tea, it is comforting to know that there are a number of health benefits that could be derived from it. For one, Chai tea has anti-inflammatory effects because it contains herbs and spices that provide this benefit. Being an anti-inflammatory agent, Chai tea can relieve one of gum pains and swelling, among others.

If one would be cautious of the blends of spices that are added on the Chai tea, the same could prove to be rich in antioxidants. Antioxidants are known to help people from acquiring certain types of cancers and other cardiovascular diseases, not to mention lower high blood pressure. Moreover, antioxidants have anti-aging properties that help the body fight the bad effects of free radicals that cause the appearance of the signs of aging.

Chai tea when taken a few minutes after meals also aid in proper digestion. The spices added in the tea generally help the pancreas in producing enzymes that speed up digestion especially when it comes to fats and proteins which are known to be difficult to digest. The ginger in the Chai tea can also prevent the onset of nausea and improves digestion.

Lastly, drinking warm Chai tea helps alleviate stress considering that it has a fragrant aroma that calms and relaxes the body and spices that clams the nerves and bring peace and tranquility on the mind and body.

There are numerous beverages and drinks to choose from but one should be wise when selecting what to drink. Choosing the beverage that provides important health benefits should be the top priority because one can never go wrong when health is placed as a primary consideration.