BLUE TERNATE

  

BLUE TERNATE

Also known as butterfly pea or Clitoria ternatea, is a flowering plant native to Southeast Asia. Its deep blue flowers are not only beautiful but also have culinary and medicinal applications.The flowers are often used to make blue tea or added to dishes to impart a vibrant blue color. When mixed with a touch of acidity, like lemon juice, the blue hue changes to purple.The plant has been traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine and offers various health benefits, including improving eyesight and hair growth.

Here’s a list of the potential health benefits of blue ternate plants.

Counteracts Oxidative Damage

Reduces Inflammation

Enhances Vision

Supports Cognitive Function

Mood-Lifting Benefits

Promotes Hair Health

Benefits Skin Conditions

Increases Urine Output

Regulates Blood Sugar

Pain-Relieving Benefits

Aids In Digestive Health

Helps Maintain Heart Health

The rich Antioxidant properties of blue ternate tea are also beneficial to keep your heart in good shape. In a research in 2010 Pharmaceutical Biology study, the tea extract which taken together with the herb Vigna Mungo can lower serum total cholesterol by a considerable amount. It is also effective in reducing the risk of heart disease by lowering high cholesterol levels and protect the heart by curbing hyperlipidemia (high concentration of fats in the blood)

Caffeine Free and full of Antioxidant

No need for supplements when you can get all the antioxidants you need in amazing ternate tea. Blue ternate tea is the only tisane comparable to green tea in terms of antioxidants levels. Free radicals are the cause of different chronic inflammation, low immunity, and several other diseases, including cancer. Antioxidants called Proanthocyanidins and cyclotides found in blue ternate tea are free-radical fighting peptides. Aside from that, blue tea is rich in flavonoids that fight off diseases and boost the immune system. It also has an expectorant behavior that helps provide relief from cough and asthma.

How to make blue tea (STEPS)

Making a cup of blue tea is easy, and you can enjoy it hot or cold.

Here’s what you’ll need to make a cup of blue tea at home:

• 1 Cup (240 mL) boiling water
• 3-5 butterfly pea flowers, 1 tsp dried butterfly pea flowers, or 1 tea bags
• Sugar, honey, or another sweetener of choice (optional)j
• Juice from half a lime or lemon (optional)

Place the butterfly pea flowers or tea bag into a cup and add boiling water. Let sit for 5 minutes or until the water turns into a bright blue color. Sweeten with sugar or honey to taste if desired.

You can also add lime or lemon juice. Besides adding a tangy flavor, this also lowers the tea’s pH or acidity level, changing its color from blue to violet.

To enjoy a refreshing glass of blue tea on a hot summer day, simply let the tea cool, transfer to a glass, and add crushed ice.

 

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