Zahter Tea: What is it good for?

by Abbas Jahangir · January 17, 2024

Plants have many benefits for human health. Each plant is used to treat a different disease. Plants are also used in making medicine. Zahter, which resembles thyme in appearance, is a type of wild herb and generally grows in Central and Southern Anatolia. Although the thyme plant, which is mostly found in Gaziantep in our country, is generally used as a spice, it helps to remove toxins from the body when consumed as tea. So, what are the benefits of zahter tea ?

Zahter plant, also known as “Black Thyme” because it resembles thyme, is generally consumed as a spice. The smell and taste of zahter, which is frequently used in meals, is extremely aromatic. It is one of the most frequently preferred spices in stews and meat dishes. Zahter, which is ground and used as a spice, can also be drunk as tea as well as spice. Zahter tea is a very useful herb, especially for people who have upper respiratory tract problems. Zahter tea, which can be prepared and consumed as tea and thus helps in the healing process of many diseases, is good for what?

What is Zahter tea used for?

The tea obtained from the zahter plant should be drunk within a few minutes after brewing and without waiting too long. It facilitates digestion when consumed after meals. It relaxes the stomach and activates the metabolism. It is a herbal tea that can be drunk at any time of the day. When it is intended to be consumed, it should be prepared instantly and consumed while fresh. It is a herbal tea that carries risks during pregnancy and is not recommended for pregnant people. It can only be consumed if there is a doctor’s approval. Sensitive individuals should also consume zahter tea with doctor’s approval because it may cause nausea. Since it is easily available from herbalists, it would be more convenient to prepare it at home.

Zahter plant has many benefits when consumed as tea. Zahter tea benefits:

It strengthens the immune system by increasing body resistance.
It is very beneficial for the eyes.
It is oral and dental health friendly.
It is used in the treatment of respiratory diseases, allowing easier breathing.
It solves infection problems.
It accelerates metabolism and increases appetite.
It solves skin problems and cleans the skin.
It can be used as a support in cancer treatment.
It helps eliminate fungal diseases.
It helps in eliminating dry coughs.
It is recommended to drink it in case of tonsil swelling, it soothes the throat.

How to make Zahter tea?

Zahter plant can be easily found from herbalists. It should be prepared by brewing. Boiling it with water destroys the effect of the vitamins it contains. After boiling clean drinking water, it is placed in boiled water and left to infuse for a few minutes. How to brew zahter tea, which can be sweetened by using honey and lemon if desired?

To prepare Zahter tea, it is necessary to put the Zahter plant in boiling water and wait. Brewing for 6-7 minutes will be sufficient. The brewed tea is filtered and can be consumed by adding honey and lemon if desired.

What is the Zahter tea recipe?

It only takes a few minutes to prepare tea from the zahter plant, which can be easily found from herbalists. It is extremely easy to make. The required materials are as follows:

One teaspoon of thyme herb
One glass of clean drinking water
Honey and lemon (Can be used as desired.)

It is made by adding 1 teaspoon of zahter for each glass of water added to zahter tea. Zahter tea recipe:

Boil 1 glass of drinking water.
Add 1 teaspoon of zahter to boiled water.
It is brewed by keeping it in water for 5 to 6 minutes.
It is filtered with the help of a strainer, the first water that comes out during this process is poured and hot water is added again. It is necessary to clean the black water and dust of the zahter.
After pouring the first water, add a glass of hot water and let it brew for 5 minutes.
If desired, consume it by adding honey and lemon.

Does Zahter tea make you lose weight?

Like no other tea, thyme herb tea does not have direct slimming properties. However, it helps to lose weight by stimulating the metabolism. Any herbal tea, such as Zahter tea, should not be used as a direct treatment for any disease or weight loss journey. It is necessary to get a doctor’s opinion for regular use of such herbal products or for their supportive effects of treatment. When herbal products are consumed excessively or incorrectly, they can cause allergic reactions and toxic effects on the body.

Does Zahter tea cause menstruation?

Zahter plant tea, which is easily prepared in a few minutes, is also known for its menstrual stimulant feature. Consuming it both as tea and as a spice will be extremely beneficial during menstrual periods. It is also useful in reducing the pain experienced during menstrual period.