Herbal Teas as a Natural Way to Support Hormone Balance

If you’ve been following Ovafit for a while, then you know how much I love using herbal teas as a natural way to support hormone balance and relieve symptoms of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). But, not all herbs have the same effects! Each one has its own unique health benefits, targeting different hormones and areas of the body. Understanding how specific hormone balancing herbal teas work with your body is a powerful first step toward naturally reversing your PCOS.

That’s why today, I’m diving into the benefits of cinnamon and clove tea for PCOS. This warm, slightly spicy tea isn’t just cozy it’s packed with therapeutic properties that can help tackle the root issues of PCOS, like insulin resistance and inflammation. So, grab your favorite mug, and let’s talk about why cinnamon and clove tea should be part of your symptom-healing routine!

Cinnamon and Clove Tea Benefits for PCOS

Just one or two cups a day of this bold, warming tea can support your hormone-balancing process and help ease frustrating PCOS symptoms. Cinnamon and cloves are packed with powerful bioactive compounds that work together to target some of the root issues of PCOS, helping you feel more like yourself again. But, before you grab your teakettle, it’s important to understand exactly why cinnamon and clove tea is so beneficial for PCOS and how it supports your body. Let’s break it down!

What is Cinnamon and Clove Tea?

Cinnamon and clove tea is a powerful herbal infusion made by steeping cinnamon sticks (or ground cinnamon) and cloves in hot water. With its warm, spicy, and slightly sweet flavor, this tea has been used for centuries in traditional medicine to support digestion, regulate blood sugar, and promote overall wellness.

Packed with antioxidants, anti-inflammatory compounds, and antimicrobial properties, it’s an incredible natural remedy, especially for women with PCOS who are looking to balance hormones and ease symptoms. If you’re in the process of making strategic lifestyle changes that’ll help you reverse your PCOS, make sure herbal teas are part of your protocol!

To take your PCOS tea blend to the next level, you can add other hormone-balancing herbs like:

Ginger – Supports digestion and reduces inflammation
Cardamom – Boosts metabolism and helps balance cortisol levels
Star Anise – Aids in estrogen regulation and reduces bloating
Vanilla – Calms the nervous system and lowers cortisol levels
Orange or Lemon Peel – Helps combat inflammation and supports stress relief

This simple yet powerful tea can be a game-changer for managing PCOS symptoms naturally one warm sip at a time!

What are the Benefits of Cinnamon and Clove Tea for PCOS?

Improves Insulin Sensitivity

Up to 80% of women with PCOS struggle with insulin resistance meaning your body has a tough time processing glucose and keeping blood sugar levels stable. Instead of converting that glucose into energy, your body holds onto it, storing it as fat and absorbing it into the bloodstream. And you know what that means… stubborn weight gain, energy crashes, and even elevated androgen levels, throwing more hormones out of whack.

But, here’s the good news: cinnamon and cloves are super helpful for combating insulin resistance. Studies show that this powerhouse spice can help improve insulin sensitivity, making it easier for your body to regulate blood sugar levels. When blood sugar is stable, the risk of weight gain and diabetes two major concerns for women with PCOS goes way down.

Regulates Menstrual Cycle

If you have PCOS, one of your symptoms might be irregular periods with missed ovulation. In fact, some Cysters go months without a period, which can make things super frustrating especially if you’re trying to conceive, avoid cysts, or ease a number of PCOS symptoms. But, here’s the exciting part: cinnamon and clove tea might just be one of the secret weapons your cycle needs!

By lowering androgens (those male hormones that throw off your cycle) and improving insulin sensitivity, this powerful tea can help restore ovulation and promote more regular menstrual cycles. And, when your hormones are in harmony, everything else like energy levels, mood, and even skin health starts falling into place.

Reduces Inflammation

Oxidative stress and inflammation are two major culprits behind so many frustrating PCOS symptoms such as weight gain, acne, and hormone imbalances that just won’t quit. The good news? Cloves and cinnamon are packed with powerful antioxidants that can help fight back!

Cloves are loaded with eugenol and vitamin C, two incredible compounds that reduce inflammation and protect your cells from damage. And let’s talk about cinnamon this spice isn’t just delicious; it also has potent anti-inflammatory effects that support metabolic health and help combat chronic low-grade inflammation (a common type of PCOS).

Lowers Androgens

One of the biggest hormone imbalances women with PCOS experience? Elevated androgens especially testosterone. When those levels are too high, they can bring on some seriously frustrating symptoms like acne, hair loss, and excess hair growth (AKA hirsutism). Not exactly fun.

But, here’s where clove and cinnamon trees come in! The spices from these trees have been shown to help lower androgen levels, which can help reduce breakouts, slow unwanted hair growth, and even prevent ovarian cysts. It’s just one more reason a warm cup of cinnamon and clove tea might be your new go-to for managing PCOS symptoms!

How to Make Cinnamon and Clove Tea for PCOS

Ingredients

1 cinnamon stick (or ½ tsp ground cinnamon)
2-3 cloves
1-2 cups water
Optional: small amount of lemon, ginger, or honey

Instructions

Step 1: Boil water.

Using an electric or stove-top tea kettle, boil water until it reaches 212℉.

Step 2: Add cinnamon stick and cloves

Add the cinnamon stick and cloves to the boiled water. Cover and allow to steep for 3-5 minutes to get the best flavor and extract all those beneficial compounds.

Step 3: Strain and drink warm.

Strain the cinnamon stick and cloves and pour your freshly brewed tea into your favorite mug. Sip and enjoy the awesome health benefits of cinnamon and clove tea for PCOS!

Step 4: (Bonus!) Pour over ice.

If you want to create an iced tea version of your clove and cinnamon tea, simply allow the tea to cool and pour over ice.

Rather not go through so many steps? Try my pre-made blend designed for PCOS: Testosterone Relief Tea!

Find a natural herbal tea remedy for your PCOS symptoms and feel relief today!

While there’s no cure for PCOS, the amazing news is that there are so many natural ways to manage, reverse, and heal your symptoms. As you’re making lifestyle changes to manage your PCOS naturally, I highly recommend trying herbal teas and making them a part of your regimen! Teas, when combined with other things like supplements, diet changes, and regular exercise, can be a huge support along your PCOS journey.

That’s exactly why I’m so excited about Ovafit’s Testosterone Relief Tea. It’s a carefully crafted blend of herbs that work with your body to help lower testosterone, regulate your cycle, and reduce inflammation. We’re talking powerhouse ingredients like spearmint, nettle, cinnamon, and chamomile all backed by studies to support hormone health. And, because I’m all about clean, high-quality ingredients, our organic tea bags are completely free from plastic and BPA (because we can’t balance hormones with endocrine disruptors!)

This tea is exactly what our PCOS bodies need for hormone balance, cycle regulation, and symptom relief, all in one comforting cup. I can’t wait for you to try it!