Why Non-Tea Super Teas Could Be the Best Choice for Women 35+

When we think of having a cuppa, it’s usually tea or coffee that springs to mind. But for women over 35, looking after our hormones, gut health, and energy levels becomes more important than ever — and swapping out your regular brew for powerful herbal or plant-based “super teas” could be exactly what our bodies need.

Let’s explore why moving away from traditional tea and coffee might be the way forward, and how delicious alternatives like mint, chamomile, nettle and matcha can help you thrive.

💧Bonus: more hydration!Unlike coffee, which can have a mild diuretic effect, most herbal teas actually count towards your daily water intake — helping to keep your skin plump, your digestion moving, and your energy levels steady. For many women in their 40s, simply staying better hydrated can ease headaches, reduce cravings and even support smoother hormone shifts.Why consider cutting down on traditional tea & coffee?

For many of us, tea and coffee are comforting daily rituals. But by our late 30s and into our 40s, our bodies start to respond differently to caffeine. We may find it:

✅ Spikes cortisol (our stress hormone), worsening belly fat & anxiety✅ Disrupts sleep (even if drunk early in the day)✅ Plays havoc with blood sugar, leading to energy crashes & sugar cravings✅ Irritates the gut or triggers bloating

That’s why many women I work with at BodyBlitz Fitness start to experiment with herbal teas and lower-caffeine options to help balance hormones, support digestion and keep energy stable.

Meet your new best friends: Non-tea super teas

🌿 Peppermint tea

Perfect if you suffer with bloating, sluggish digestion or IBS symptoms. Peppermint helps to relax the digestive tract, ease trapped wind and even reduce headaches. A refreshing cup post-meal can do wonders for your belly.

🍵 Chamomile tea

If you struggle to unwind or find yourself waking at 3am with a racing mind, chamomile could be your new evening ritual. It’s been shown to calm the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and improve sleep quality. Also helpful for easing period cramps.

🌱 Nettle tea

A true nutritional powerhouse for midlife women. Nettle is packed with iron, calcium and magnesium — key minerals for bone health, energy and reducing PMS. It’s also naturally anti-inflammatory, helping soothe joint aches.

🍵 Matcha

Not strictly caffeine-free, but matcha is a green tea powder that delivers a slow release of energy thanks to the amino acid L-theanine. Unlike coffee, it supports calm alertness without the jitters. Rich in antioxidants, it’s a fabulous choice to help protect your skin and fight ageing.

Why this shift matters for your health over 40

At BodyBlitz Fitness, I work with women who want to feel strong, balanced and energised through every stage of midlife. Reducing caffeine and supporting natural hormone rhythms can make a huge difference to:

✨ Managing belly fat & insulin resistance✨ Supporting better sleep (which also aids weight loss & recovery)✨ Reducing anxiety & overwhelm✨ Easing peri/menopausal symptoms✨ Improving gut health & reducing bloating

Switching to these super teas is such a simple way to show your body some love — and your taste buds might just thank you too.

Small steps, big impact

You don’t have to give up your morning latte overnight.

Start by delaying that first coffee of the day by 60-90 minutes after waking , try swapping just one cup a day for a herbal or matcha alternative and notice how you feel. Your hormones, digestion and waistline may thank you.

💪 Ready to take your health to the next level?

At BodyBlitz Fitness, I specialise in helping women 35+ build strong bodies, balance hormones, and feel incredible from the inside out — through fitness, nutrition, mindset and small daily habits just like this.

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