Best Teas for PCOS Relief: Green, Ginger, Cinnamon

For those new to my blog and My PCOS Life, read part 1&2, and then you’ll fully understand. 

But where did I leave off? Oh, right, learning to love and accept myself. 2020-2022 was trial and error. I’d make progress, and for one reason or another, it’d all go down the drain, or so I thought. 

At the beginning of 2022, I declared that 2022 was for me. I was determined not to let anything or anyone stray me from that mindset; I was putting myself first. I must admit I did have a rocky start, but I quickly self-corrected. I stopped punishing myself for everything I was not and paid attention to everything I am. I stopped searching and highlighting my imperfections and celebrated all aspects of myself, even the parts that once brought me shame. 

Then I purified my air and removed everyone contributing to my pain and insecurities. Now, that part wasn’t easy and extremely uncomfortable! I cut off everyone who made me anxious or self-conscious to converse. That included family, friends, and a mistake of a boyfriend. Removing negative energy and surrounding myself with genuine love and support made such a huge difference! 

Now that my mindset was healthy, it was time to work on the diet. The first step was researching and figuring out what a PCOS-healthy diet is. On my quest to figure that out, y’all, I got distracted by teas and herbs!! So, here’s what I found and used that has been helpful with my symptoms and improved my lifestyle.

• Green Tea: It works wonderfully in reducing insulin resistance and the level of free testosterone in overweight and obese women suffering from PCOS. Best to replace Indian chai with a cup of green tea in the morning for obese women with PCOS.

• Cinnamon Tea: It works wonderfully to reduce elevated blood sugar and insulin levels (most common in PCOS). It also helps lose weight and regulate periods.

• Ginger Tea: Ginger aids in the regulation of female hormones. It works miraculously due to its anti-inflammatory qualities and helps control symptoms like cramps, mood swings, and headaches. Sipping on ginger tea either in the morning or evening is perfect. You can also add lemon or honey to it for extra benefits.

I always add honey and lemon to my teas as well. But mostly, I have a cup of lemon and ginger tea at least once daily, with cloves and cinnamon sweetened with honey. Below I’ll share the health benefits of cloves.

Benefits of cloves:

• Antimicrobial Properties: Cloves possess potent antimicrobial properties due to the presence of compounds such as eugenol. They can help combat various bacteria, fungi, and viruses, potentially reducing the risk of infections.

• Anti-inflammatory Effects: Eugenol and other active compounds in cloves exhibit anti-inflammatory properties. Consuming cloves or using clove oil topically may help reduce inflammation and alleviate associated symptoms.

• Digestive Aid: Cloves have traditionally been used to support digestion. They can promote healthy digestion by stimulating the secretion of digestive enzymes and reducing gastrointestinal issues such as bloating, gas, and indigestion.

• Dental Health: Clove oil, with its analgesic and antibacterial properties, is commonly used in dentistry. It can help alleviate toothaches, reduce gum inflammation, and combat oral bacteria, promoting oral health.

• Antioxidant Activity: Cloves are rich in antioxidants, including flavonoids and phenolic compounds. These antioxidants help protect cells from oxidative stress caused by harmful free radicals, potentially reducing the risk of chronic diseases and promoting overall health.

See, I told y’all, y’all were going to be proud of me in part 3! I have come a long way, and this is only the beginning of the lifestyle changes I’ve made and continue to use. But let me know if you have any tea suggestions or tips in general about managing PCOS. 

Now, until next time when we get into my skin and my new skincare routine, for now, lol.