For loose-leaf tea: Heat water in a tea kettle or bring it to a boil in a pot. Measure out the tea, using up to 2 tablespoons of loose-leaf tea, then place it in a teacup or coffee mug. The leaves can ...

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Some commercial tea bags are steeped in microplastics, but there are nontoxic alternatives available. (Getty Creative) ...