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Jasmine

Intensely fragrant white blooms, most famous for scenting tea, with a sweet, heady floral flavor.

Benefits

Key compounds

Aromatic terpenes (linaloolbenzyl acetate)antioxidantsflavonoids

May help with

Best for these goals

Calmrelaxationantioxidant support

How to use it

Jasmine green tea (scented with the blooms), in desserts and rice, infused into syrups, as fragrant garnish

Evidence level

Traditional

Cautions & interactions

Use true Jasminum (esp. J. sambac); avoid unrelated 'jasmine' plants like toxic Carolina/false jasmine
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