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Elena Paravantes-Hargitt, RD, is a registered dietitian living in Greece.

She specializes in the Mediterranean diet and is the author of The Mediterranean Cookbook for Beginners.

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registered dietitian and author ofThe Better Period Food Solution.

Chances are that you already have the herbs used to make these teas in your own pantry.

The best herbal Greek teas for brain health

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Elena Paravantes-Hargitt, RD, is a registered dietitian living in Greece. She specializes in the Mediterranean diet and is the author of The Mediterranean Cookbook for Beginners.

Look for mountain tea at specialty Mediterranean or Greek grocers.

Sage tea is used to help with congestion or a sore throat, but thats not all.

These active ingredients havebeen linked to protection against neurological diseases, including dementia.

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In the short term, oregano tea can help calm an upset stomach.

Long term, its another great choice for brain health.

4.Rosemary tea

Another herbal tea commonly consumed in Ikaria is steeped with rosemary, says Paravantes-Hargitt.

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5.Fennel tea

Similar to oregano tea, fennel tea can help with an upset stomach.

(Itsespecially helpful with gas.)

This is because it has antioxidants as well as fatty acids, which help protect the brain.

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Elena Paravantes-Hargitt, RD, is a registered dietitian living in Greece. She specializes in the Mediterranean diet and is the author of The Mediterranean Cookbook for Beginners.

It certainly makes you think about using herbs you likely already cook with in a whole new way!

Greek tea is just a tiny part of the ever-popular Mediterranean diet:

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