Often bothered by bloating and trapped wind? A warm cup after a meal is one of those little rituals many of us love. Discover our selection of 6 herbal teas to sip and savour after your meals. If this discomfort is frequent or painful, speak to your doctor.
1- Fennel Tea: The Classic Must-Have
Fennel is a classic after-dinner infusion. To find out more about bloating, read our dedicated article. Rich in anethole, it gives the tea its aniseed flavour.
How to prepare it?
Steep one teaspoon of fennel seeds in a cup of hot water for 5 to 10 minutes.
Why we love it
Its gentle aniseed flavour makes it a lovely cup after dinner. A real little treat for yourself!
2- Chamomile Tea: A Gentle Cup After Meals
Yes, chamomile isn’t just an evening drink. It’s also a popular cup to enjoy after a meal.
How to prepare it?
Steep a chamomile tea bag or one teaspoon of dried flowers in a cup of hot water for about 5 minutes.
Why we love it
Chamomile is a gentle plant, loved for its delicate floral flavour.
3- Ginger and Lemon Tea
This herbal tea brings together two everyday ingredients and is lovely to sip after a hearty meal.
How to prepare it?
Slice a few pieces of fresh ginger and a wedge of lemon. Add them to a cup of boiling water. Steep for 10 minutes.
Why we love it
Ginger brings a spicy kick, and lemon adds a fresh, zesty note.
4- Peppermint Tea: Super Refreshing
Peppermint is a classic infusion to enjoy after a meal, especially a hearty one.
How to prepare it?
Steep one teaspoon of dried peppermint leaves in hot water for about 10 minutes.
Why we love it
Its minty freshness makes it a pleasant drink to round off a meal, served hot or warm.
5- Cumin Tea: The Underrated Spice for Infusions
Cumin is often used in spiced dishes, but did you know that it can also be enjoyed as an infusion, after a meal?
How to prepare it?
Add one teaspoon of cumin to a cup of hot water. Steep for about 10 minutes.
Why we love it
Cumin has a warm, earthy flavour that makes a nice change from classic herbal teas.
6- Cellublue’s Digestion Tea: Your New Best Friend
Get ready to fall in love with our Digestion Tea, a fragrant infusion to enjoy after your meals!
How to prepare it? It’s all ready for you! Steep one bag for 3 to 4 minutes. You can enjoy a cup every day.
Why we love it
Cellublue’s Digestion Tea is made with naturally sourced ingredients such as Lemon, Green Anise and Peppermint. It comes in handy tea bags, for a cup you can enjoy throughout the day.
- Made for after meals: a cup to enjoy once you’ve finished eating.
- The perfect moment: ideal after breakfast or lunch.
- A taste experience: a gentle, fragrant tea.
Your evening cuppa, ten dried botanicals
- Peppermint contributes to digestive function, and green anise helps support digestion
- Couch grass brings its gentle sweetness, hibiscus its tangy note and meadowsweet its floral touch
- Linden, for its part, adds a soft, floral note and aids digestion
Which herbal tea should you choose?
Let your taste buds and the time you have guide you. If you like aniseed flavours, try fennel. For something floral and gentle, go for chamomile. Prefer a bit of a kick? The ginger and lemon duo or the spicier cumin will be right up your street. Peppermint, meanwhile, makes for a refreshing cup.
If you’re short on time, Cellublue’s Digestion Tea comes ready in tea bags. Don’t hesitate to try a few different teas to find your favourite. If your bloating is frequent or bothersome, ask your doctor for advice.
Which plants are traditionally used in herbal teas?
Here are a few favourites, each with its own flavour:
- Fennel: its seeds have a gentle aniseed flavour, making it a classic after-dinner infusion.
- Peppermint: fresh and minty, it’s lovely served hot or warm.
- Ginger: it brings a spicy note and pairs beautifully with lemon.
- Cumin: a spice familiar from spiced dishes, with a warm, earthy flavour in a cup.
- Chamomile: delicate and floral, perfect for a quiet moment.
- Anise: sweet and aromatic, it’s one of the ingredients in Cellublue’s Digestion Tea, as green anise.
Each plant has its own flavour and character when it comes to herbal teas, so simply choose the one that suits you best!
What else can you drink after a meal?
Here are a few drinks people often reach for:
- Still water: drinking plenty of water throughout the day is a simple habit to keep up.
- Peppermint tea: a refreshing infusion to enjoy after a meal.
- Lemon water: adding a little lemon juice to warm water makes a fresh, simple drink.
- Probiotic drinks: drinkable yogurts and drinks like kefir are part of many people’s daily routine.
- Aloe vera juice: some people enjoy aloe vera juice, but be careful not to drink too much.
- Infused water: adding cucumber slices or other fruits and vegetables to water makes it more refreshing.
- Fennel tea: a traditional infusion with a gentle aniseed taste, lovely after a meal.
Some people prefer to limit fizzy drinks, alcohol and very sugary drinks or those containing artificial sweeteners when choosing what to sip after a meal.
Frequently asked questions
How long should you steep these herbal teas?
Allow about 5 minutes for chamomile and 5 to 10 minutes for fennel. Ginger and lemon, peppermint and cumin need around 10 minutes. Cellublue’s Digestion Tea steeps in 3 to 4 minutes.
Can I drink these herbal teas during pregnancy?
During pregnancy or breastfeeding, some plants call for caution. Before drinking any herbal tea regularly, even a natural one, ask your doctor, midwife or pharmacist for advice.
What should I do if my bloating keeps coming back?
Bloating that is frequent, painful or ongoing deserves medical advice. Speak to your doctor or another medical professional.
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