Adding salt to tea may seem unusual, but it is popular with people in regions like Japan and Eastern Europe. This drink significantly reduces the bitterness of tea, making it not only delicious but also packed with health benefits.
Salt combined with tea is not only delicious but also contains many health benefits. Photo: AI – Ngoc Thuy
There is a lot of phenol in green tea, which has anti-inflammatory effects, inhibits and kills harmful bacteria and viruses. Meanwhile, salt contains NaCl, which has cooling properties, has the ability to clear heat, detoxify, disinfect and reduce inflammation.
Combining green tea and salt to make a drink not only kills the bacteria that cause heat rash but can also reduce red, itchy inflammation.
In addition, if you regularly use green tea mixed with salt to bathe, it can prevent heat rash and protect the skin.
Maintain electrolyte balance
Salt contains sodium and chloride, which are electrolytes needed to maintain fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle contraction. Adding a little salt to your tea can help replenish electrolytes, especially if you sweat a lot or are dehydrated due to illness.
Stay hydrated
Salt can help the body retain water, which is beneficial for hydration. However, it is important not to consume too much salt, as eating too much salt can lead to dehydration.
Increase immunity and metabolism
The salt and green tea combination drink also helps prevent common colds and seasonal illnesses by strengthening your immune system. Furthermore, it improves metabolism, provides energy and supports digestive health.
Reduces migraine symptoms
Adding salt to tea also reduces migraine symptoms, relaxes the mind and body and can reduce stress hormones and enhance overall health.
Additionally, it helps maintain hydration levels for long periods of time.
Mineral balance
Salt contains trace minerals that are important for overall health. Adding a little salt to your tea can help ensure that you get these minerals, although the amounts may be very small.
In addition, it also transports nutrients into cells, regulates acid-base balance, supports nerve impulse transmission, regulates blood pressure and secretes stomach acid.
According to scientific studies, although sodium is linked to many health problems – such as heart disease and kidney problems, consuming it in limited quantities is beneficial for health.
