Why do people add millet to tea: the answer will surprise you

08.03.2024 22:19

Some people add sugar to their tea, some add milk, and some… millet.

Tea with millet is a traditional drink of Kazakhs. We tell you what are the benefits of tea with millet and how to brew it correctly.

Why do they add millet to tea?

The benefits of millet tea are hard to overestimate. It has anti-inflammatory and diuretic effects, removes toxins from the body, strengthens the immune system, improves metabolism, skin, nails and hair.

This drink also normalizes the functioning of the gastrointestinal tract, reduces blood sugar levels and blood pressure, and strengthens bones.

Before adding to tea, millet must be roasted. Then mix the millet with granulated tea and pour boiling water over one spoon of the mixture.

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You need to brew tea with millet for five to seven minutes, no longer, then it will not be astringent.

Earlier we talked about what foods you can’t eat with bread.

Author: Timur Khomichev Internet resource editor