Tea

Tea and focus: The best teas for concentration 

Posted on by Mary

Tea has been a staple drink in many cultures for hundreds of years becoming an essential part of life. There are so many benefits to having a cup of tea that it has even become part of study rituals in countries like India, China, and Japan. But why is tea a good companion for focus, and what are the best teas for concentration? 

Drinking a cup of tea has many proven benefits from lowering blood pressure to protecting your teeth but what are some of the links to concentration and brain power:

  1. Drinking tea can protect the brain and its functions like concentration, memorization, and more!
  2. Lowering blood pressure can lead to a more relaxed state of concentration 
  3. It has less caffeine than coffee so it gives you a boost without any jitters 
  4. Some teas can help lower anxiety allowing you to focus better 
  5. Drinking tea can also help you sleep better which can improve concentration 

To put it plain and simple, tea can be many things at once, depending on what you are drinking. For example, you can have green tea to stay awake and alert or chamomile to lower stress and focus more. It all depends on what you need. 

Now, let’s take a look at some of the best teas to keep you focused! 

Matcha Tea 

Matcha tea is quickly becoming one of the most popular types of tea, and you can now find it in coffee shops almost everywhere. It is a type of green tea originally from Japan, made from dried green tea leaves ground into a fine powder. 

It contains L-theanine, a kind of amino acid that can help with focus, motor skills, concentration, and staying alert. The other thing that makes matcha special is that it also has a calming effect on stress. Meaning you can focus without fear or adding to your nerves. 

This makes it a great companion tea for studying and concentrating on tasks, it’s one of our favorites at Univers du Thé where we make an effort to always have Japanese matcha available.

Peppermint Tea 

If exams or work give you a headache then peppermint tea is the choice for you. This tea can help reduce symptoms of migraines and headaches. Making a great choice for busy people who need to work long hours. 

Not only is it an aid for your headaches it will also help stay awake, as most tea has links to better alertness and concentration. 

Peppermint tea is also a great choice for people who worry when studying or working as it works to reduce stress. 

We love pairing up peppermint tea with other mixes like lemongrass, strawberry, hazelnut, and more!

Jasmine Tea 

Tea made with floral ingredients is some of the best aids for concentration. The scents and benefits of each floral mix can help release natural chemicals like serotonin which can make you feel better and more at ease. 

This relaxation can reduce stress, improve blood flow to the brain and boost your concentration and energy levels. 

You can pair your Jasmine Tea with other tea mixes for added caffeine and to experiment with other tastes. 

Yerba Mate

Yerba Mate is a traditional tea of Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, and Brazil, that has been gaining a lot of recognition for its benefits and its preparation. 

You can usually recognize yerba mate from the cup and straw that most people use to drink it but did you know that it also: 

  1. Boost energy 
  2. Increase concentration 
  3. My help physical activity 
  4. Help fight infections 
  5. Lower blood sugar level 
  6. Help you lose weight 
  7. And so much more!

This beloved drink is recommended for energy and concentration both, plus it has some of the coolest tea accessories out there. 

Having a cup of tea can help with focus, memory, concentration, and stress

Chamomile Tea 

Chamomile tea is a classic and traditional drink you will find in almost any home. It is a reliable tea that can be good for nearly everything. 

You can drink chamomile tea to reduce tension since it helps prevent the production of stress-inducing hormones. Allowing you a more enjoyable focus period. Despite this, it is also good for energy. 

This tea is also good for after focus periods when you need to wind down for sleep. 

Other great teas for concentration, memory and focus 

  1. Gotu Kola Tea
  2. Ginseng tea 
  3. Ashwagandha Root Tea
  4. Ginger Tea
  5. Lavender tea
Mary