For thousands of years, tea is known for its incredible benefits and medical treatment. Today we know much more about the benefits of tea leaves with hundreds of government, universities and independent clinical studies.
There are seven commonly available varieties of tea: green, white, black, oolong, pu'erh, rooibos and herbal. Each type is prepared differently and offers a variety of health benefits.
Green tea – Because green tea is made with water vapor, instead of the fermentation of tea leaves, which is capable of maintaining the antioxidant epigallocatechin gallate powerful (EGCG). EGCG has been shown to inhibit the growth of cancer cells and destroy active cancer cells without harming healthy tissue. It is also effective in lowering cholesterol and reducing the risk of heart attacks and brain. Moreover, since green tea contains fluoride, which helps prevent tooth decay by killing the bacteria that cause dental plaque.
White Tea – White tea comes from the buds and young leaves of tea, just before the buds have fully opened. The leaves are steamed and then dried with minimal treatment. For this reason, white tea retains the highest level of antioxidants and lower levels of caffeine than any other plant What Camellia Sinensis tea (green, black or oolong). It is so effective in ridding the body of free radicals, is known for its anti-aging and protective properties of skin. In fact, several major cosmetics companies are realizing as white tea and skin creams.
Black Tea – While most of the antioxidant EGCG are oxidized during the fermentation process black tea, it retains a high level of polyphenol antioxidants and flavonoids. These antioxidants help the body rid itself of toxins and help prevent cancer, reduce the risk of stroke, accidents and reduce cholesterol. Black Tea is also known for its therapeutic effects in gastric and intestinal diseases.
Oolong tea – Oolong tea is partially fermented and has the taste and health characteristics of green and black teas. It contains a large number antioxidants, which act to protect healthy skin cells and slow the aging process. It is said that oolong tea is a baby the best ways to combat the effects of aging on skin.
Pu'erh Tea – This type of tea comes from a wide variety of tea tree leaves and may be withdrawn at any time of year. It is the same in black tea. The uniqueness of this tea is that once accepted, all that is full and old – sometimes up to 50-100 years. Tea has been shown Pu'erh one of the most effective in reducing cholesterol. It also has powerful healing properties, ideal for digestion after a heavy meal.
Rooibos or "red" Tea – Rooibos comes from a shrub native to South Africa. It is naturally caffeine-free – making it a good choice for pregnant women infants. Rooibos tea has a large number of antioxidants and studies have shown to have anti-HIV activity, can protect brain cells against damage, and has the potential to protect the body against tumors.
Herbal Tea – For centuries, herbs have been used as remedies for various diseases, and beverage Tea is a way to earn profits. There are lots of different children herbal tea – each with a mixture of different herbs. Some popular herbal teas are the digestive properties mint, Melissa and chamomile for its soothing, ginger to relieve nausea Echinacea, for its ability to stimulate immune and rosemary to relieve headaches. This is a brief list of the many herbs that are in a mixture of tea, there are many more – each with its own health benefits.
So no matter what kind of tea you choose to drink, he will do something great for your body. To get the most out of your tea, you can have a whole collection of tea leaves in your pantry, try to drink at least three varieties per week.
Kerry Gregg
kgregg@teaden.com
Diabetes Channel News – May 21