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Drinking herbal tea can save women the misery of PMS and arthritis, a study suggests.
British researchers found that between one and three cups of chamomile, rosehip or mint tea per day are associated with a variety of health benefits.
They reviewed nine different clinical trials in women that compared herbal tea drinkers with control groups.
One showed that chamomile tea significantly reduced anxiety and insomnia in women suffering from PMS.
Another linked drinking spearmint tea to a significant decrease in pain and stiffness in women with osteoarthritis.
All three teas have also been found to help with “brain fog” and short-term memory loss that can occur after birth.
Naturally occurring chemicals in teas have been proven to improve the body's metabolism and regulate blood sugar and insulin.
Some of the compounds - known as phytochemicals - are also found in regular tea, although researchers have not studied how builder's brews affect women's health.
Independent experts welcomed the “fascinating” results and said they could help women “live longer, healthier lives”.
Trendy herbal teas have become increasingly popular among health-conscious millennials in recent years and now account for around 36 percent of the UK tea market.
According to a study, drinking a cup of herbal tea every day can reduce the pain of PMS and arthritis in women
They're particularly popular among women - 35 percent of women drink regularly, compared to 25 percent of men.
The latest study was conducted by X and published in Journal of Nursing and Women's Health.
They found that the sweet spot for brewing teas was between five and 15 minutes, which allows naturally occurring chemicals to leach into the water.
Researchers examined nine studies conducted in Britain, Iran, Taiwan, Turkey and Canada.
The number of women participating in the studies ranged from 21 to 130 and included women of all ages.
One study showed that drinking chamomile tea daily reduced anxiety in 58 percent of the 179 women studied.
In another study, two cups of rose tea per day was shown to reduce menstrual pain in 130 teenage girls.
A third study showed that two cups of chamomile tea had similar effects, with students who drank the drink regularly experiencing significantly less menstrual pain, stress and anxiety than the control group.
In another study, one cup of the drink per day was also shown to significantly reduce sleep disorders and depression.
Chamomile is one of the oldest medicinal plants in the world and dates back to the ancient Egyptians, who used it to treat colds.
Over the years it has been used to treat skin conditions and fevers, but in modern times it has been found to provide a variety of other health benefits.
Recent studies of the herb have shown potential benefits in treating high blood sugar, upset stomach, diabetic complications, and anxiety disorders.
Chamomile has also been touted for its cholesterol-lowering, antioxidant, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and antiplatelet effects.
Studies have also shown that rose tea has positive effects due to its high vitamin C content, with one showing that the drink can help relieve congestion and coughs.
And spearmint tea has been shown to lower blood pressure, relieve nausea and improve memory.
Dr. Catherine Hood, a GP in London specializing in women's health who was not involved in the study, said: 'Until now we have underestimated the significant impact that hormones have on women's health.
“The results of this new research report suggest that certain herbal teas, be it German chamomile, rosehip or spearmint, may have real benefits for a range of medical conditions.
“The emerging evidence for the benefits of herbal teas is fascinating and it will be exciting to see what future studies can add to our body of knowledge.
“Research like this on women’s health issues can only help us live longer, healthier lives.”