We all know that cherries are healthy. However, cherry stems or cherry stalks are also most beneficial for our health. Cherry stalk tea is a lovely and famous detox tea since cherry stalks act as an effective diuretic. The diuretic properties are the result of potassium salts and bioflavonoids found in cherry stalks. In other words, cherry stalk tea helps with urination and is used to treat urinary tract infections. It is good to prevent kidney stones since it aids with the natural kidney function. The tea helps the body to get rid of unwanted body waste. Water retention is combated. Weight loss is promoted.
Regarding its medicinal qualities, cherry stalk tea is not only a diuretic and depurative but also a laxative. Additionally, it has calming, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory and astringent properties. Drinking cherry stalk tea can also prevent cellulitis and help those suffering from rheumatism, atherosclerosis, high cholesterol levels, and arthritis.
Take a good handful of cherry stalks and boil them for about 5 minutes in one litre of water. You can also leave the cherry stems to steep overnight.
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