Sit Down and Enjoy a Cup of Herbal Tea! Quiz

Answer: Bark

Wild cherry bark is from the inner bark of the tree and is used for a variety of medicinal ailments. It can be used to treat coughs and colds, bronchitis, gastrointestinal disorders such as IBS and diarrhea, and can also be used as a sedative. The taste is bitter so fruits and berries are usually added to herbal teas to make this more palatable.

Answer: Flower

Red clover flowers are purple and usually dried before being used in herbal teas. They contain isoflavones which it is believed can help menopausal symptoms such as "hot flashes" and act as antioxidants. There are also studies that have shown they can be of benefit in certain types of cancer.

Answer: Leaves

Tulsi (also known as holy basil) is an aromatic plant native to India. The leaves have multiple uses and can be used to reduce fever, coughs, colds, bronchitis, sore throat and can reduce bad LDL-cholesterol.

Answer: Seeds

Cardamom seeds are black and usually crushed before being used in herbal teas. They help with digestion and loss of appetite. They are also used for the treatment of colds and have antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.

Answer: Root

Chicory grows wild and in the US is known as blue dandelion due to its blue flowers. It has many health benefits including helping with digestion, laxative properties and is a blood purifier due to the many vitamins it contains. It also contains inulin which is a powerful prebiotic.

Answer: Bark

Slippery elm bark is used for a large variety of gastrointestinal and urinary afflictions. The inner bark of the tree is ground into powder and mixed with water to make a thick tea. It is useful in coating the stomach and intestines as well as treating a sore throat and cough.

Answer: Flower

Hibiscus tea can be drunk either hot or cold and has a tart flavor and a dark red color. It is high in Vitamin C and is used to strengthen the immune system and help to lower blood pressure and bad cholesterol.

Answer: Seeds

Fennel tea is made by grounding up dried fennel seeds in hot water to give a strong smelling tea. It has many health benefits including aiding digestion, fighting infection, freshening breath and increasing antioxidant properties.

Answer: Leaves

Yerba mate leaves are used for tea, but unlike many herbal teas, it contains caffeine which can boost energy levels. It is rich in antioxidants and can boost the immune system. There are ongoing studies to show that it may help weight loss and cardiovascular health but nothing has been proven as yet.

Answer: Root

Licorice root has been used for hundreds of years to help improve health. Licorice root tea contains antioxidant properties to boost the immune system and also contains glycyrrhizic acid which can help to heal ulcers. It is used to treat respiratory infections, colds, flu, and help relieve stress.