Bissy Tea

Bissy tea is a traditional beverage made from kola nuts, a type of nut derived from the kola tree (Cola nitida), native to West Africa. The kola nut is known for its stimulant properties due to its caffeine content, which gives the tea a mild, energizing effect.

The tea can have a slightly bitter and earthy taste, depending on how it's prepared, with a subtle hint of astringency. It's often consumed for its stimulating effects and is believed to have various health benefits, including improving alertness and digestion.

Health Benefits:

• Increases Metabolism: Kola nuts' natural stimulant properties can help boost metabolism and promote fat burning.
• Promotes Weight Loss: The caffeine content may help with appetite suppression and increase energy expenditure.
• Purifies Blood: Bissy tea is believed to aid in detoxifying the body and purifying the blood.
• Eases Skin Irritations: It is thought to help with various skin conditions, soothing irritations and inflammation.
• Treats Fever: Traditionally, Bissy tea has been used as a remedy to reduce fever and promote better health.
• Reduces Blood Pressure: Some believe that the tea may help lower blood pressure, thanks to the alkaloids in kola nuts.

Instructions for Drinking: Add one spoonful of Bissy tea herbs to a cup. Pour boiling water over the herbs, stir, and let it steep for about 5-10 minutes. You can adjust the strength of the tea by varying the steeping time.