Tea: A Cup Full Of Health Benefits
The Ultimate Guide to Health Benefits of Tea:Which Tea is Good For What?
Unravel the wonders of tea! Find out which tea is good for your kidneys, stomach, skin, sleep, and more. Your guide to choosing the perfect tea.

Door Niels
Table of contents
- Introduction: Your Health and Tea
- Tea for Your Kidneys: The Benefits of Green Tea
- Tea for the Stomach: The Calming Power of Chamomile
- Colds and Tea: The Medicinal Effects of Thyme
- Tea for Abdominal Pain: The Relieving Properties of Ginger
- Tea for Blood Circulation: The Flavonoids in Black Tea
- Tea for Pregnancy: The Softness of Rooibos
- Tea for the Skin: The Antioxidants in White Tea
- Tea for Weight Loss: The Metabolism-Boosting Green Tea
- Tea for Stress: The Relaxing Effect of Lavender
- Tea for Sleep: The Soothing Influence of Valerian Root
- Tea for General Health: The Powerhouse Green Tea
Your Perfect Tea Choice Guide: Which Tea Is Good For What?
Tea is more than just a hot drink. It is an elixir of life, a tradition, and a medicine, infused with health benefits. From green tea, black tea, white tea to herbal teas, the world of tea is rich and diverse, full of flavours, aromas and medicinal properties.
Tea comes from the Camellia sinensis plant, and the specific processing determines whether a tea becomes green, black, white or oolong. In addition, we have herbal teas, which contain a variety of plants and herbs, each with their own unique health benefits.
Antioxidants, polyphenols, flavonoids - the bioactive compounds in tea are many and they all contribute to our overall health. They can help fight free radicals, support your immune system, promote healthy skin, improve your sleep, and much more.
In this blog we take a closer look at the question: which tea is good for what? Whether you're looking for the best tea for your skin, tea that's good for your stomach, or tea to help you relax and sleep, we've got you covered.
Which tea is good for your kidneys?
Green tea is your best bet. This tea, full of antioxidants, supports the natural detoxification processes of your kidneys. There are studies suggesting that green tea may help prevent certain kidney diseases and reduce the risk of kidney stones1. Green tea contains antioxidants and other compounds that have anti-inflammatory and protective properties.
Which tea is good for the stomach?
Do you have a somewhat restless stomach? Then make a cup of chamomile tea. Chamomile has been known for centuries for its soothing effect on the stomach2.
Which tea is good for a cold?
Thyme tea is an excellent choice for a cold. Thyme is known for its anti-inflammatory and antibacterial properties, which can help you feel better faster. It can help soothe your throat and reduce cold symptoms. Read more about the beneficial effects of thyme in our blog.
Which tea is good for Abdominal Pain?
Ginger tea is your friend when you suffer from Abdominal Pain. Ginger is known for its analgesic properties and can help relieve discomfort3.
Which one is good for the blood circulation?
Black tea can contribute here. It contains flavonoids that support heart health and can boost your circulation4.
Which tea is good for when you are pregnant?
Try Rooibos tea. This decaffeinated tea is gentle on the body and can help reduce pregnancy-related discomfort 5.
Which tea is good for your skin?
(White) tea is a great choice. It contains antioxidants that can help protect your skin from the damaging effects of free radicals 6.
Which tea is good for weight loss?
Have you ever tried Matcha tea? Then now is the time! It can boost your metabolism and contribute to weight loss. Read all about it in my matcha blog about losing weight with Matcha.
Which tea is good for when you are stressed?
Choose lavender tea. This tea is known for its relaxing effects and may help reduce stress7.
Which tea is good before going to sleep?
Our evening blend including valerian root tea is the perfect evening drink. It can have a calming effect and contribute to a good night's sleep8.
Which tea is good for health?
All teas have their own benefits, but green tea and in particular Matcha green tea is often seen as a powerhouse for overall health. Read more about the health benefits of Matcha tea in my blog about it.
How do you make the best tea? Set instructions
- Bring water to a boil. Make sure you use good quality water, preferably filtered water.
- Take a teaspoon of (herbal) tea and add it to a teapot or mug. You can also use a tea strainer if you prefer not to have loose leaves in your tea.
- Carefully pour the boiling water over the thyme in the teapot or mug. Let it steep for about 5 minutes, so that the taste and healing properties of the tea are fully released.
- Use a tea strainer or tea strainer to remove the leaves from the tea.
- Pour the tea into your favorite cup and enjoy the soothing aromas and flavors.

With every sip you take, you connect to an age-old tradition of well-being and pleasure. Choose the tea that suits you best and start your tea adventure today.
Tea, treat yourself with it!
Green tea, black tea, rooibos or herbal tea all teas have their own specific properties and added value for our health. It is not for nothing that Het Voedingscentrum advises to drink 3 to 4 cups of tea a day.
And in addition to all the health benefits, it is also important to continue enjoying your cup of tea!
Cheers! Enjoy your delicious cup of tea!
- Niels -
Tea Shop The Smallest House
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Hi, I'm Niels and a passionate tea lover. Since 2014 I share my love for tea in my own shop, Het Kleinste Huis, and on my blog. Here I share my knowledge and experiences to inspire and inform others about the fascinating world of tea. Follow my blog and discover new flavors, teas and adventures with me.
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I put it to the test with a delicious piece of old Cantal cheese, brought from the beautiful Auvergne in France. Cantal cheese has a strong taste. Spicy, slightly salty and with full tones in which a creamy, almost vanilla-like hint can be detected. Curious how it tastes in combination with an Oolong from Tanzania?