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Sideritis Species Guide: Which Mountain Tea Is Which?

Mountain tea is not one plant but several closely related Sideritis species from the mountains of the Balkans and the Mediterranean. Here is how to tell them apart, why wild stands need care, and what to look for when you buy.

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Cooking with Herbs

How to Store Fresh Ginger: Fridge, Freezer and Paste

Fresh ginger keeps for weeks in the fridge and for months in the freezer if you store it the right way. Here is how long each method lasts, how to handle ginger paste safely, and the signs that mean it belongs in the bin.

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Drinks & Mocktails

Salep Drink: A Winter Classic and the Wild Orchids

Thick, sweet and dusted with cinnamon, salep has warmed winter streets from Istanbul to Athens to old London. But the real thing is made from orchid tubers, and that has a cost. Here is the story, the problem, and an orchid-free version to make at home.

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Myths & Facts

Adrenal Cocktail and Cortisol Detox: What Science Says

Orange juice, coconut water, salt and cream of tartar are being sold online as a cortisol detox. Here is what the trend claims, what your adrenal glands really do, and a simpler drink to enjoy instead.

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Safety First

Herbal Tea While Breastfeeding: What Is Known

Many new parents reach for a cup of herbal tea, but very little is known about most herbs during breastfeeding. Here is what the evidence says about three common ones, and how to check any tea before you drink it.

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Cold & Throat

Tea for Cough and Mucus: Which Drink for Which Cough

Not every cough is the same. A cough that brings up mucus and a dry, tickly cough call for slightly different drinks. Here is a simple guide to choosing, plus the signs that mean it is time to get checked.

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Weight Loss

Healthy Alternatives to Soda: Easy Swaps That Stick

A can of regular soda carries several teaspoons of sugar you barely notice. These simple, fizzy and flavorful swaps make it easier to drink less of it without feeling deprived.

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Digestion

Tea for Acid Reflux: Which Teas to Try, Which to Skip

If you get heartburn, the tea in your cup matters. Some popular teas are well-known triggers, while a mild herbal cup may sit more comfortably. Here is what to try, what to skip and what the evidence really says.

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Sleep & Calm

Tea for Anxiety: What Is True and When to Get Help

A warm cup of herbal tea can be a calming pause in a stressful day. But tea is not a treatment for anxiety. Here is what the research really shows, which herbs need care, and when it is time to talk to someone.

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Everyday Sips

Tea for Focus: Caffeine, L-Theanine and Study Habits

Tea has been a companion to long study sessions for centuries, from green tea in East Asia to strong black tea in Britain and India. Here is what is actually known about tea and focus, how much caffeine you are getting, and how to use it well.

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