Any infusion drink that is devoid of tea leaves is categorized under herbal tea. It is also known as tisane. Concoctions prepared from the roots, seeds, leaves and buds of various plants (found in various tea stores) by adding boiling water to their grounded forms, are used widely all over the world for the various benefits they provide. Herbal tea has been in use in many cultures for ages because of its healing powers. The benefits provided by herbal tea have been lately proven by scientific research as well.
Although, the benefits of many herbs are well known, there are some herbs which should not be used as they have some adverse effects on the body. Comfrey and Lobelia are a few herbs that are unsafe for usage on a daily basis because of the alkaloids and nicotine like toxins present in them. However, there are over 60 herbs easily available in tea stores that can be mixed and matched to make herbal teas for treating any and every kind of condition.
Some of the more common herbal teas in use all over the world include olive leaf tea, Chamomile tea, peppermint tea and Ginseng tea. Olive leaf tea is more effective in fighting cancer causing free radicals than green tea and even grape extracts. This herb is also quite effective in lowering blood pressure and is a potent antiviral and antibacterial agent. Chamomile is an herb used by Egyptians since the dawn of time.