The most beautiful, colorful, and visual season of the year has arrived, spring! And consuming flower teas, such as red rose tea, is also a great alternative to keep the body functioning properly at this time of the year.

Besides the beauty and romance it brings, the red rose can be used for medicinal purposes, did you know? According to nutritionist Luanna Caramalac Munaro, "the benefits of red rose petal tea are varied, as it has nutrients that are essential for the overall health of the body."

This is because the flower is a source of vitamins A and E, two powerful antioxidants that prevent the proliferation of toxins and free radicals, preventing premature aging. In addition, they keep the skin and hair healthy.

And more: the tea is diuretic and increases the frequency of urine, helping to expel toxins: "The petals of the red rose are also known to boost the digestive system," points out the expert.

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To prepare the red rose tea, it is important first of all that the petals are very well washed. But beware: don't just grab any flower you find at the flower shop: the ideal is that the rose be fit for human consumption, cultivated without agrotoxics. After sanitizing, infuse the petals. Check it out:

Red Rose Tea Recipe

Ingredients:

• 500 ml water;
• 10 fresh rose petals;
• Sugar, honey or sweetener (optional).

How to prepare the red rose tea:

As soon as the water boils, turn off the heat and add the petals, then cover, wait five minutes, and strain. Finally, drink it (and sweeten if you prefer).

Source: Luanna Caramalac Munaro, nutritionist who works in the area of integrative health with a focus on prevention and treatment of chronic diseases. Post-graduated in Functional Clinical Nutrition - VP, in Nutritional Adequacy and Maintenance of Homeostasis, Post-graduated in Behavioral Nutrition - IPGS, training in intestinal modulation.