From the Guidelines
Lavender and white tea may have several potential benefits, including promoting relaxation, reducing anxiety and stress, and improving sleep quality due to the calming effects of lavender 1.
Key Benefits
- The calming effects of lavender may help reduce anxiety and stress, as it has been shown to be efficacious and safe in the treatment of anxiety, including preoperatively 1.
- White tea contains antioxidants, which may help protect against cell damage and reduce the risk of certain diseases, such as heart disease and cancer, although the evidence is not conclusive 1.
Important Considerations
- Individuals with allergies or sensitivities to lavender or tea should exercise caution and start with a small amount to test their tolerance.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their healthcare provider before consuming lavender white tea, as its effects on these populations are not well understood.
Recommended Consumption
- The recommended dose is 1-2 cups per day, steeped for 5-7 minutes, although the optimal dosage and preparation method are not well established.
- It is essential to consume lavender white tea in moderation, as excessive consumption may have adverse effects, although the current evidence does not suggest any significant risks associated with moderate consumption 1.
From the Research
Benefits of Lavender
- Lavender has been shown to have a positive effect on reducing depression and anxiety scores in the elderly 2
- It has antifungal, antibacterial, neurologic, antimicrobial, anti-parasitic, anti-diabetic, and analgesic effects among others 3
- Lavender contains essential oils, anthocyanins, phytosterols, sugars, minerals, coumaric acid, glycolic acid, valeric acid, ursolic acid, herniarins, coumarins, and tannins 3
Benefits of White Tea
- White tea has been shown to have various health functions, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immuno-regulatory, anticancer, cardiovascular-protective, anti-diabetic, anti-obesity, and hepato-protective effects 4, 5, 6
- It contains abundant phytochemicals, such as polyphenols, pigments, polysaccharides, alkaloids, free amino acids, and saponins 4
- White tea has been implicated in the prevention and treatment of degenerative diseases, including cardiovascular diseases, body weight control, bone mass increase, protection against neurodegenerative diseases, and improvement of type 2 diabetes 6
Combined Benefits of Lavender and White Tea
- The combination of lavender and white tea may have synergistic effects on reducing depression and anxiety scores, as well as providing antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits 2, 4, 6
- However, more research is needed to fully understand the potential benefits and interactions of consuming lavender and white tea together 2, 3, 4, 5, 6