Raspberry Tea
A vitamin-C-rich drink that's a must when the weather turns! And it's easy to make. I get sick a lot in winter, and my doctor has practically written me a whole book of folk remedies for every situation. Raspberry tea is most often used to bring down a fever — but don't rely on this method if your temperature has climbed above 102°F (39°C). Raspberries have this effect thanks to the salicylic acid they contain, which is considered a great antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory. Raspberries and tea are used together to warm the body and amplify the berries' healing properties.
Cooking method
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The ingredients.
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I know three ways to make raspberry tea. The first: brew tea (black or green) and sip it alongside spoonfuls of raspberry jam.
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The second: steep raspberries (fresh or dried) right along with the tea. This method is the most effective for bringing down a fever.
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The third: brew the tea with raspberry leaves,
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which you can buy at a pharmacy or dry yourself in summer.
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This last method doesn't do much for a fever, but it's recommended as a general tonic for the body.
Caloric content of the products possible in the composition of the dish
- Raspberry - 42 kcal/100g
- Fresh frozen sweet raspberries - 50 kcal/100g
- Water - 0 kcal/100g
- Tea - 0 kcal/100g
