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Does all tea have caffeine?

No, all tea does not have caffeine. Green tea, black tea, white tea, and other teas made from the camellia plant have natural caffeine, but herbal teas, like mint, chamomile, and ginger do not. Just make sure you read the label. Some manufacturers may add caffeinated tea to their herbal products to enhance the flavor.

What types of herbal tea might help with sleep?

Many manufacturers make tea designed specifically with a blend of herbs and spices designed to help you sleep. If you can't find one of these, look for herbal teas with ingredients like chamomile, lavender, valerian, lemon balm, and passionflower. All of these ingredients are thought to help with stress and relaxation. Just make sure you don't choose a tea with caffeine as it may keep you awake longer.

What is the best type of tea to drink when you're sick?

Look for teas that might boost your immune system. They'll have ingredients like lemon, citrus, turmeric, licorice root and ginger. Ginger is also a great choice if you are nauseous or have a stomachache, as is spearmint or peppermint tea. For a sore throat, try green tea, lemon, licorice root, or chamomile. For a general cold, drinking any type of hot tea may help loosen up congestion, but hibiscus, lemongrass, ginger, and peppermint are thought to have added properties to help make you feel better.