How to Make Healthier Sweet Tea

There's no doubt about it--sweet tea is tasty. But with all that sugar, it's not very good for you. Here is my recipe for a healthier sweet tea using stevia, a naturally sweet herb and flavor enhancer.

Things You'll Need

• 4 green or black tea bags (you can also try white tea)
• 8 cups boiling water
• 1 tsp. stevia
• A large pitcher
• Mint leaves for garnish

Instructions

1. To start, place the tea bags in the pitcher and add the boiling water. Let it stand for around 15 minutes and then take the tea bags out and discard.

2. Add the stevia and stir gently. Add the fresh mint leaves to garnish.

3. Let the tea sit on the counter until it has cooled down or until it's at least warm. At this point you can pour it over ice in individual glasses or refrigerate it to enjoy later.

4. If you like it sweeter, add more stevia. It's best to do it once you serve the tea so you can add it a drop at a time. Be careful not to add too much because stevia is quite sweet.

Tips & Warnings

• Although black tea is good for you, it seems as if green tea is a little bit better in terms of enhancing your health. And since they're the same plant, black and green teas do share some health benefits.

• Make sure you aren't allergic to stevia.