Article: Herbal tea good for you // From colds to insomnia, natural remedies are said to relieve many ailments

After dinner, some people order a strong espresso or a decaf. Others prefer Earl Grey or Darjeeling. But lately, more and more are choosing herbal teas such as mint, chamomile or linden.

These are not weak teas for the fainthearted but an intriguing choice for those who value their health. In fact, the ingredients in this trio of herbal teas are well known for their soothing properties - they are thought to encourage sleep instead of prevent it and to aid digestion as well.

The cold season, however, is a good time to explore teas whose medicinal properties, according to herbal lore, can help counter sore throats, coughing, nasal congestion and other common ailments.

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