Horsetail herbal tea Calories

To make horsetail herbal tea, pour hot water over the dried herb and let it steep for about 5–10 minutes, then strain. Follow the package directions if you are using a prepared tea blend.

Horsetail herbal tea may cause more frequent urination or stomach upset. Prolonged use may affect thiamine, also called vitamin B1, levels, so avoid making long-term daily use a habit.

There is not good evidence that drinking horsetail herbal tea makes hair grow. Horsetail is sometimes promoted for hair because it contains silica, but that does not establish that the tea prevents hair loss or improves growth.

Horsetail herbal tea has not been shown to dissolve kidney stones or reliably help pass them. Stone size and location matter, so the tea should not be used in place of appropriate care.

Yes, horsetail herbal tea may have a mild diuretic effect and increase urine output. That does not mean it safely treats fluid retention, and frequent urination can also make it inconvenient to drink before bed.

Daily, long-term use of horsetail herbal tea is not a good idea. Prolonged use may affect vitamin B1 levels, and the strength and identity of herbal products can vary.

Avoid horsetail herbal tea during pregnancy because its safety has not been established. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking medication, ask your healthcare professional before using it.

Pure horsetail herbal tea is naturally caffeine-free because it is an herbal infusion, not tea from the Camellia sinensis plant. A blend may contain caffeine if it includes ingredients such as black or green tea, so check its ingredient list.

Do not combine horsetail herbal tea with prescribed diuretics without checking first; both may increase urination and affect fluid balance. The same caution applies if you take lithium, because changes in fluid balance can affect medication levels.