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The avarampoo flower, also known as the Tanner’s cassia flower, is a bright yellow plant that grows on bushes in the dry lands of India. When it’s dried and crushed, it produces a floral, sweet flavor that makes for a soothing, calming cup of tea. Although there are claims that avarampoo has medicinal benefits, no scientific studies have confirmed this, so you shouldn’t drink avarampoo to replace any medication you’re on.
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup (113 g) of dried avarampoo flowers
- 2 cups (470 mL) of water
- 1 piece of ginger, peeled
- 2 to 3 cardamoms
- 2 tsp (8 g) of tea powder (optional)
- 2 tsp (8 g) of granulated sugar (optional)
- 50 millilitres (0.21 c) of whole milk (optional)
Makes 1 mug of tea.
Steps
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Cut the avarampoo flowers off the stem. If you are using whole avarampoo flowers, snip the base of the flowers off the stems with sharp scissors. You won’t need the stems anymore, so you can throw them away. [1] X Research source
- You can also purchase dried avarampoo, in which case you don’t need to deal with whole flowers.
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Dry the flowers in the sun for 1 to 2 days. Lay the flower heads out on a baking sheet and place it in a sunny spot in your home. Wait until the flowers get dry and crispy, or about 1 to 2 days. [2] X Research source
- Dried flowers will dissolve into the hot water easier than fresh flowers will.
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Boil 2 cups (470 mL) of water on the stove. Avarampoo tea is best made in small batches, because you can control the flavor in each cup. Put some water into a small pot and heat it on high until you see large bubbles rising to the top of the water. [3] X Research source- Depending on your stovetop, your water should boil within about 5 minutes.
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Add in ginger, cardamom, and avarampoo. Avarampoo on its own is a very mild flavor. To give your tea some extra spice, add in 1 peeled piece of ginger, 2 to 3 cardamom pieces, and about 1/3 cup (113 g) of dried avarampoo flowers. [4] X Research source
- You don’t need to be exact with your measurements, and you can add more or less of each ingredient based on how strong you want your tea.
- If you are using avarampoo powder, pour in 4 tbsp (56 g) of the powder.
- To make a more herb-like tea, switch out the ginger and cardamom for 5 leaves of mint and 5 leaves of basil.
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Stir in some sugar and tea powder to make your tea sweeter. Add 2 tsp (8 g) of granulated sugar to your tea if you’d like it a little sweet, and mix in 2 tsp (8 g) of tea powder if you want to thicken up your tea slightly. You can add more or less of each ingredient depending on how you like your tea. [5] X Research source
- Tea powder is made of dried black tea leaves, and it gives your tea a little more flavor and texture.
Alternative: You can also pour in a splash of honey to use as a sweetener instead of sugar.
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Simmer the mixture for 2 minutes. Turn the heat down to medium and let your mixture simmer, but not boil. If you start to see large bubbles rising to the top of the mixture, turn the heat down slightly. [6] X Research source
- Simmering the tea will allow the flavors to combine.
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Pour in 50 millilitres (0.21 c) of whole milk to make the tea creamy. If you take milk with your tea, go ahead and add it into your mixture while it's hot. Stir the milk in slightly so that it doesn’t burn at the bottom of the pot. [7] X Research source
- You don’t have to add milk, but it will make your tea thicker.
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Strain the tea into a mug to enjoy. Turn off your stove and hold a mesh strainer over your mug. Carefully pour your tea through the strainer, being careful not to splash your hands. Let your mug of tea cool down for a few minutes, then enjoy your avarampoo tea! [8] X Research source
- Avarampoo is an herbal tea, meaning it doesn’t have caffeine in it.
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Stick with 2 to 3 cups of tea per day. Drinking too much tea, even if it’s herbal tea, can stop your body from absorbing key nutrients like calcium and zinc. The spices in avarampoo tea can also make you nauseous if you drink too much of them. [9] X Research source
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Drink avarampoo tea to relax before bed. Avarampoo is an herbal tea that doesn’t contain any caffeine, so it won’t wake you up or give you energy. It’s the perfect tea to sip on before you go to bed to make you relaxed and ready for sleep. [10] X Research source
Tip: Add a cup of avarampoo tea into your nighttime routine to signal to your body that it’s time for bed. This can help you fall asleep faster, especially if you normally have trouble.
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Sip on avarampoo tea instead of a sugary drink. If you are watching your sugar intake, skip adding the sugar into your tea and use avarampoo to replace sodas or juices during a meal. Avarampoo tea on its own does not contain any sugar, so it can satisfy your sweet tooth in a healthy way. [11] X Research source
- Herbal tea can also aid in digestion, so you can drink it right after a meal to help calm your stomach.
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Skip drinking avarampoo tea if you take carbamazepine. Carbamazepine is used to treat nerve pain, seizures, and bipolar disorder. If you drink avarampoo tea while taking this medication, it could cause the drug to build up in your system and make the side effects worse. [12] X Research source
- Talk to your doctor before drinking avarampoo tea if you have diabetes or you are watching your blood sugar.
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Warnings
- Although avarampoo is sometimes mentioned as a cure or prevention measure for diabetes, this claim has not been scientifically proven in humans. [13] X Trustworthy Source PubMed Central Journal archive from the U.S. National Institutes of Health Go to sourceThanks
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Things You'll Need
Making Avarampoo Tea
- Pot
- Strainer
- Mug
References
- ↑ https://www.betterbutter.in/recipe/69115/avarampoo-tea-tanner-s-cassia-tea/
- ↑ https://www.betterbutter.in/recipe/69115/avarampoo-tea-tanner-s-cassia-tea/
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- ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rqGL9ECDBZ4&feature=youtu.be&t=58
- ↑ https://www.betterbutter.in/recipe/69115/avarampoo-tea-tanner-s-cassia-tea/
- ↑ https://content.byui.edu/file/64d13340-e956-40dd-b5d3-7876d9ea2571/1/Principles-of-Nutrition-Full-Bib.pdf
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