Actor Soha Ali Khan has shared the recipe for a homemade digestive tea, an important part of her evening routine. Three things, the actress said, she has been loving this week: her post-dinner digestive tea, Japanese author Keigo Higashino's novel Malice, and finally being able to do a pull-up.
Among them, it was the easy-to-make herbal tea that caught the attention of many. Calling it her "little evening ritual", Soha, in her Instagram post, said she enjoyed the drink after dinner, for it was comforting after a meal.
What's In Soha Ali Khan's Digestive Tea?
The tea is made using just a handful of kitchen ingredients:
- 1 small cinnamon stick (1–2 inches)
- 1 cm fresh ginger, lightly crushed
- ¼ teaspoon fennel seeds
- 2–3 basil leaves
- 1 cup water
To prepare it, add all the ingredients to water, bring it to a boil and let it simmer for five to seven minutes before straining and serving.
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Why Does She Drink It?
Soha drinks the tea after a heavy meal to support digestion and help reduce bloating. She also noted that while she finds it beneficial, the drink may not be suitable for everyone. She advised that people who are pregnant, taking blood thinners, have reflux or are on diabetes medication should consult their doctor before including it in their routine.
How The Ingredients Help
Each ingredient used in the tea has been associated with several health benefits.
· Ginger may help ease nausea, vomiting, indigestion, constipation and bloating.
· Fennel seeds are commonly consumed after meals and help reduce gas and bloating.
· Cinnamon has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties and reduced risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and diabetes.
· Basil is packed with nutrients and beneficial compounds and has been used to improve digestive function.
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Books And Fitness Goals
Apart from her post-dinner digestive tea, Soha also shared two other favourites from her week. She said she is currently reading Malice by Japanese mystery writer Keigo Higashino, adding that she has found herself revisiting his books. Alongside the novel, she is also reading The Beauty Myth by Naomi Wolf, saying she likes to pair a fiction book with a non-fiction read.
The actor also celebrated a personal fitness milestone by successfully completing her first pull-up. Calling it her "workout move of the week", Soha said being able to lift her own body weight has been a functional strength goal, even if it may not sound like much.