By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Dmitry_Fedosev]Dmitry Fedosev
In the market you can find many kinds of tea such as black tea, green tea, white tea, Chinese tea, etc. One tea that is known for medicinal advantages it the famous Tulsi tea from India. It is also known as Holy Basil Tea. Tulsi tree that can be found in abundance in India has always been known for its medical benefits.
A study was conducted to understand the health benefits of Tulsi. It was noticed that helped greatly in controlling the blood sugar levels among people who suffer from diabetes. Another study revealed that it lowered the cholesterol levels. Tulsi is considered to be one of the most powerful Ayurvedic medicine. In Ayurveda, Tulsi is commonly used for treating general health issues like headaches, fever, cold, etc.
Here are some of the manifold benefits of the Tulsi tea:
- Helps in maintaining the health of our respiratory system.
- It improves our vision.
- The antioxidants present in the tea helps in strengthening our immune system.
- Helps in beating stress by calming your senses.
- It also boosts your stamina and makes you feel energetic
We all lead a very stressful life and we are so caught up with our life that we do not have time to beat the stress. This is where Tulsi tea comes into play. Tulsi is grown organically and its extracts are used to prepare tea. It is completely free for harmful things like caffeine. The taste of the Tulsi tea is somewhat pungent. Since it is completely from side effects, it can be consumed more than twice in a day. It replenishes you completely and refreshes your mind. When you consume the tea which is rich in antioxidants, it frees your body from harmful radicals. These harmful radicals should be expelled from our body. If they remain in our body, it can destroy our cells and tissues.
When the stress level increases, there can be an increase in the blood pressure. Since Tulsi tea does will in controlling the blood pressure level, cardiac patients are advised to consume it. It cleanses our blood from the impurities and facilitates proper blood supply to the heart and from the heart to the rest of our body.
Tulsi tea has numerous health benefits. However, its benefits can be experienced differently by different people. For instance, some people who are suffering from cardiac problem can benefit from it whereas others who suffering digestive problems can benefit from it. It elevates the stamina and endurance level of the body. Since it does well in improving our respiratory system, it facilitates full and efficient usage of the oxygen we inhale. Tulsi tea will make you appear younger thanks to its anti-ageing properties. [http://www.tealux.ca/tulsi_tea_blends]Tulsi tea health benefits are manifold. Buy [http://www.tealux.ca/tulsi_tea_blends]Tulsi tea today at Tealux.ca
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Tulsi-Tea-and-Its-Health-Benefits&id=6553802] Tulsi Tea and Its Health Benefits
Wednesday, December 28, 2011
Monday, December 26, 2011
The Story of Matcha
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Eric_Gower]Eric Gower
Matcha has been around a long time - since the late 12th century in Japan, a good 300 years before the printing press was invented, and centuries before Copernicus, Michelangelo, and da Vinci were born. But its origins go back even further, to 8th-century China, when it was thought of more as a an art form, akin to poetry, with which one amused oneself, than as a daily beverage.
Chinese zen (chan) monks were the ones who discovered the joys of pulverizing green tea leaves (which had first been steamed, then dried, then packed into tight molds for easy portability). They would prepare their tea by breaking off a chunk, mashing it with a mortar and pestle until they got a fine powder, and then whisking the tea powder and hot water together in a wide, shallow bowl. Preparation and consumption of this tea played an important part in the lives of lots of early Zen Buddhists, and, eventually, elaborate rituals were formed around this idiosyncratic green tea.
An influential Japanese Buddhist monk (in the Tendai sect) by the name of Eisai Myoan, on a trip to China in the late 1180s, became rather smitten with two important Chinese practices: Zen Buddhism and matcha. He came back to Japan pretty fired up about both, and devoted the rest of his life to writing about and teaching both zen and matcha.
Matcha fell from favor among Chinese intellectuals - it's never been quite clear why - and was slowly replaced by other forms of Chinese tea (especially pu-ehr), but its popularity only grew in Japan, thanks initially to Eisai's incessant efforts (his two-volume Kissa Yojouki ("Book of Tea and Mulberries" has been a classic ever since).
It's rare that a single non-political individual could influence the culture of a civilization to the extent that Eisai did, but he really hit one out of the park as a result of that trip to China: zen buddhism and matcha have been integral, and complementary, to Japanese culture and history for almost a millennium.
Zen monasteries in Japan took to matcha quickly. They favored matcha for a few reasons: 1) it kept them awake and alert during long periods of meditation, and 2) they knew it had valuable medicinal properties that we now have a very scientific handle on (see The Health Benefits of Matcha).
Matcha soon became appreciated by the higher strata in Japan's caste-oriented early society, especially among the samurai class, and it grew in popularity through the end of the 16th century. It was during this time that tea growers, mostly in Uji, Kyoto, really began to understand the best cultivation techniques. With time, they kept learning about and producing better matcha.
Consuming and appreciating matcha, in addition to simultaneous pursuit of Japan's other traditional arts like poetry, flower arrangement, and painting, gave one a kind of cultural clout; fluency in matcha was considered a good way to "rise above one's station" in life. People aspired to matcha. Feudal politicos/bosses (known as daimyo) retained tea masters on their payrolls for the prestige they brought, and collected tea paraphernalia like ceramics and utensils, which were considered prized cultural possessions.
Somehow along the way, then, the use and enjoyment of matcha in China waned, but it was transmitted to Japan, where it developed independently, at first in zen monasteries, and then on to the general public in the form of chanoyu, or the tea ceremony. Tea rules emerged from the many rules that tightly govern daily life in zen temple.
By the 14th century, professional tea masters, such as Sen No Rikyu, developed the tea ceremony into a highly choreographed ritual that makes use of many art forms, including ceramics, painting, lacquerware, culinary arts, architecture and design, calligraphy, flower arrangement, and even gardening. It's hard to think of another pursuit that draws on so many disparate artistic pursuits.
The enjoyment of matcha was at first practiced exclusively by men (monks and influential leaders, mostly), but, over time, women became increasingly involved. Today, women far outnumber number men in the pursuit of chanoyu.
The good news is that, today, the popularity of matcha has never been greater or more widespread, far more so than it was during the period of its heyday in the Edo Period and prior to that.
Our belief is that, once matcha becomes increasingly disconnected to chanoyu and is enjoyed on its own - perhaps with a small, personal ceremony of one's own - its popularity will skyrocket.
Eric Gower http://breakawaymatcha.com
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?The-Story-of-Matcha&id=6551376] The Story of Matcha
Matcha has been around a long time - since the late 12th century in Japan, a good 300 years before the printing press was invented, and centuries before Copernicus, Michelangelo, and da Vinci were born. But its origins go back even further, to 8th-century China, when it was thought of more as a an art form, akin to poetry, with which one amused oneself, than as a daily beverage.
Chinese zen (chan) monks were the ones who discovered the joys of pulverizing green tea leaves (which had first been steamed, then dried, then packed into tight molds for easy portability). They would prepare their tea by breaking off a chunk, mashing it with a mortar and pestle until they got a fine powder, and then whisking the tea powder and hot water together in a wide, shallow bowl. Preparation and consumption of this tea played an important part in the lives of lots of early Zen Buddhists, and, eventually, elaborate rituals were formed around this idiosyncratic green tea.
An influential Japanese Buddhist monk (in the Tendai sect) by the name of Eisai Myoan, on a trip to China in the late 1180s, became rather smitten with two important Chinese practices: Zen Buddhism and matcha. He came back to Japan pretty fired up about both, and devoted the rest of his life to writing about and teaching both zen and matcha.
Matcha fell from favor among Chinese intellectuals - it's never been quite clear why - and was slowly replaced by other forms of Chinese tea (especially pu-ehr), but its popularity only grew in Japan, thanks initially to Eisai's incessant efforts (his two-volume Kissa Yojouki ("Book of Tea and Mulberries" has been a classic ever since).
It's rare that a single non-political individual could influence the culture of a civilization to the extent that Eisai did, but he really hit one out of the park as a result of that trip to China: zen buddhism and matcha have been integral, and complementary, to Japanese culture and history for almost a millennium.
Zen monasteries in Japan took to matcha quickly. They favored matcha for a few reasons: 1) it kept them awake and alert during long periods of meditation, and 2) they knew it had valuable medicinal properties that we now have a very scientific handle on (see The Health Benefits of Matcha).
Matcha soon became appreciated by the higher strata in Japan's caste-oriented early society, especially among the samurai class, and it grew in popularity through the end of the 16th century. It was during this time that tea growers, mostly in Uji, Kyoto, really began to understand the best cultivation techniques. With time, they kept learning about and producing better matcha.
Consuming and appreciating matcha, in addition to simultaneous pursuit of Japan's other traditional arts like poetry, flower arrangement, and painting, gave one a kind of cultural clout; fluency in matcha was considered a good way to "rise above one's station" in life. People aspired to matcha. Feudal politicos/bosses (known as daimyo) retained tea masters on their payrolls for the prestige they brought, and collected tea paraphernalia like ceramics and utensils, which were considered prized cultural possessions.
Somehow along the way, then, the use and enjoyment of matcha in China waned, but it was transmitted to Japan, where it developed independently, at first in zen monasteries, and then on to the general public in the form of chanoyu, or the tea ceremony. Tea rules emerged from the many rules that tightly govern daily life in zen temple.
By the 14th century, professional tea masters, such as Sen No Rikyu, developed the tea ceremony into a highly choreographed ritual that makes use of many art forms, including ceramics, painting, lacquerware, culinary arts, architecture and design, calligraphy, flower arrangement, and even gardening. It's hard to think of another pursuit that draws on so many disparate artistic pursuits.
The enjoyment of matcha was at first practiced exclusively by men (monks and influential leaders, mostly), but, over time, women became increasingly involved. Today, women far outnumber number men in the pursuit of chanoyu.
The good news is that, today, the popularity of matcha has never been greater or more widespread, far more so than it was during the period of its heyday in the Edo Period and prior to that.
Our belief is that, once matcha becomes increasingly disconnected to chanoyu and is enjoyed on its own - perhaps with a small, personal ceremony of one's own - its popularity will skyrocket.
Eric Gower http://breakawaymatcha.com
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?The-Story-of-Matcha&id=6551376] The Story of Matcha
Saturday, December 24, 2011
Green Tea Power
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Chris_Alderson]Chris Alderson
Since ancient times, green tea has been used for its medicinal benefits in treating a variety of ailments. Originating in China 4,000 years ago during the Song Dynasty, the tea soon spread in popularity to Japan through Buddhist monks and then onto the rest of Asia and the Middle East.
Green tea contains high levels of antioxidants (EGCG in particular) that have been found to prevent and fight disease. Made from the leaves of Camellia sinensis, the tea leaves are steamed keeping the EGCG intact while other teas such as black and oolong are fermented converting the EGCG into a less effective form of antioxidant. EGCG itself is an amazing 20 times stronger than Vitamin C or E making it a very potent brew indeed.
The following are a few of the many reported benefits of drinking green tea.
Reduced growth of cancer cells
Lowered cholesterol levels
Decrease in the formation of abnormal blood clots reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke
Slowdown of the aging process by reducing cell damage
Increase in the fat oxidation process converting the food we eat into energy faster
Increased insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance for better blood sugar level control
Drinking 4 to 5 cups of green tea per day is recommended to take full advantage of its antioxidant benefits. There are however, varying grades of tea based on the quality of the leaves, part of the leaf used and the processing method. On the down side, drinking too much tea near bedtime can lead to insomnia as it does contain caffeine; about half the amount that is in a regular coffee.
It is very easy to over brew green tea, following these basic instructions will help you brew that perfect cup every time.
Use one tea bag or 1 to 2 tsp of green tea per cup
Bring a kettle of cold water to a boil
Allow it to stand for up to 3 minutes
Pour the water over the tea bag/tea and allow to steep for up to 3 minutes
Allow the tea to cool for three more minutes before pouring
Over the past decade, green tea has increased in popularity worldwide and is now being added to a variety of products such as health drinks, ice cream, pastries, hair products and body creams in an effort to grab hold of the Green Tea craze. An ancient Chinese proverb states that it is better to be deprived of food for three days, than tea for one.
About the Author
Chris Alderson is a writer for Lesbian Moms Today, a website for lesbian moms and their families to talk about parenting, family, relationships, healthy living, films, travel, films and events. Checkout this week's installment of our exclusive lesbian and gay comic strip - Among Amigos! http://www.lesbianmomtoday.com
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Green-Tea-Power&id=6549455] Green Tea Power
Since ancient times, green tea has been used for its medicinal benefits in treating a variety of ailments. Originating in China 4,000 years ago during the Song Dynasty, the tea soon spread in popularity to Japan through Buddhist monks and then onto the rest of Asia and the Middle East.
Green tea contains high levels of antioxidants (EGCG in particular) that have been found to prevent and fight disease. Made from the leaves of Camellia sinensis, the tea leaves are steamed keeping the EGCG intact while other teas such as black and oolong are fermented converting the EGCG into a less effective form of antioxidant. EGCG itself is an amazing 20 times stronger than Vitamin C or E making it a very potent brew indeed.
The following are a few of the many reported benefits of drinking green tea.
Reduced growth of cancer cells
Lowered cholesterol levels
Decrease in the formation of abnormal blood clots reducing the risk of heart attack and stroke
Slowdown of the aging process by reducing cell damage
Increase in the fat oxidation process converting the food we eat into energy faster
Increased insulin sensitivity and glucose tolerance for better blood sugar level control
Drinking 4 to 5 cups of green tea per day is recommended to take full advantage of its antioxidant benefits. There are however, varying grades of tea based on the quality of the leaves, part of the leaf used and the processing method. On the down side, drinking too much tea near bedtime can lead to insomnia as it does contain caffeine; about half the amount that is in a regular coffee.
It is very easy to over brew green tea, following these basic instructions will help you brew that perfect cup every time.
Use one tea bag or 1 to 2 tsp of green tea per cup
Bring a kettle of cold water to a boil
Allow it to stand for up to 3 minutes
Pour the water over the tea bag/tea and allow to steep for up to 3 minutes
Allow the tea to cool for three more minutes before pouring
Over the past decade, green tea has increased in popularity worldwide and is now being added to a variety of products such as health drinks, ice cream, pastries, hair products and body creams in an effort to grab hold of the Green Tea craze. An ancient Chinese proverb states that it is better to be deprived of food for three days, than tea for one.
About the Author
Chris Alderson is a writer for Lesbian Moms Today, a website for lesbian moms and their families to talk about parenting, family, relationships, healthy living, films, travel, films and events. Checkout this week's installment of our exclusive lesbian and gay comic strip - Among Amigos! http://www.lesbianmomtoday.com
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Green-Tea-Power&id=6549455] Green Tea Power
Thursday, December 22, 2011
The Health Benefits of Matcha
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Eric_Gower]Eric Gower
It's a unique challenge to present something as both 1) an epicurean experience unlike any other, and 2) a superfood that is quite possibly the healthiest substance one can put into one's body, bar none. To our knowledge, no food or beverage can make both claims. Great wines are some of life's finest pleasures, but anything more than small quantities can have adverse effects on health (not to mention make you drunk or bankrupt you).
Superfoods, including pomegranate, gojiberries, wild blueberries, acai berries, mackerel, sardines, fresh turmeric, ginger, cacao, avocado, dark winter greens, walnuts, pumpkin, and regular green tea - among others that make up the bulk of the bulk of the breakaway diet - are both healthful and delicious, but, even in the hands of very skilled cooks, they don't really qualify as "transcendental" epicurean experiences in the way that, say, a glass of Roman�e Conti does.
Drinking highest-quality artisanal matcha is like drinking Roman�e Conti AND getting at least 10x the health benefits of the superfoods listed above. This has been a true epiphany for me: it's as if my doctor told me that the greatest gift I could give my body and brain is have a few glasses of DRC with every meal, AND that it would result in better focus/concentration, weight loss, fresher breath, bolstered immunity, and an elevated mood that sure feels like what the Buddhists call satori, a kind of calm euphoria. Where do I sign?!
Some basic health facts about matcha:
It's got boatloads of antioxidants, which act as anti-inflammatory and antiviral agents in the body. You can actually measure the antioxidant contents of foods, with something called ORAC (oxygen radical absorbance capacity) units. Here are some ORAC numbers for common superfoods: gojiberries 253, dark chocolate 227, pomegranate 105, wild blueberries 93, acai berries 60, broccoli 31. And matcha? It clocks in at an astounding 1440; more than all of those superfoods COMBINED.
You can break down the term "antioxidants" into lots of components, but one key antioxidant is actually a flavanoid/catechin called EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate), and matcha is crazy full of EGCGs. It has roughly 140x the EGCGs of regular green tea, for the simple reason that matcha is consumed whole. It is not steeped or, worse, extracted (beware of health claims for extracted green tea - much of it is bogus). The soluble and insoluble fiber in matcha work in synergy, something that can't happen in tea that is steeped. It's this synergistic effect that is responsible for its off-the-charts EGCG count. Wikipedia lists a bunch of studies that have shown that EGCG in quantity can be beneficial in treating brain, prostate, cervical, and other cancers. Other studies have posited that matcha helps stave off dementia, promotes fat burning, aids digestion, improves oral hygiene, and helps bolster immunity.
Matcha drinkers have reported (to me, and to others) clearer and quicker thinking, improved memory for things like names and numbers, increased alertness and awareness, elevated moods, "calm euphoria," and improved concentrative abilities for studying, working, or driving. These claims have definitely rung true in my own case.
In short, matcha is a bajillion (to use scientific language) times better for you than other teas because all the action is in the leaves, which are savored and swallowed.
Other random and widely reported observations about matcha and health:
Matcha has exceedingly high levels of chlorophyll (thanks to the shading process), which is what gives it its hallucinogenic green color. Health gurus claim that chlorophyll is among the most powerful detoxifiers of blood, and a powerful ally in creating ideal blood alkalinity.
There appears to be a direct connection between antioxidant activity and hypoglycemic activity. The natural sugars (polysaccharides) in matcha help to stabilize blood sugar levels, and to protect against insulin spikes thus stabilizing blood sugar levels. Polysaccharides from green tea in concentrated form are used in the treatment of diabetes in China.
Antioxidants are desirable because they destroy "free radicals," which are atoms with unpaired electrons that are known to damage DNA and speed up the aging process (a theory known as the Free Radical Theory of Aging).
Two studies (including a total of 1,331 women with breast cancer) found a significant (27% ) reduction in the recurrence of breast cancer among women who drank three or more cups of green tea daily.
Eric Gower http://breakawaymatcha.com
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?The-Health-Benefits-of-Matcha&id=6551351] The Health Benefits of Matcha
It's a unique challenge to present something as both 1) an epicurean experience unlike any other, and 2) a superfood that is quite possibly the healthiest substance one can put into one's body, bar none. To our knowledge, no food or beverage can make both claims. Great wines are some of life's finest pleasures, but anything more than small quantities can have adverse effects on health (not to mention make you drunk or bankrupt you).
Superfoods, including pomegranate, gojiberries, wild blueberries, acai berries, mackerel, sardines, fresh turmeric, ginger, cacao, avocado, dark winter greens, walnuts, pumpkin, and regular green tea - among others that make up the bulk of the bulk of the breakaway diet - are both healthful and delicious, but, even in the hands of very skilled cooks, they don't really qualify as "transcendental" epicurean experiences in the way that, say, a glass of Roman�e Conti does.
Drinking highest-quality artisanal matcha is like drinking Roman�e Conti AND getting at least 10x the health benefits of the superfoods listed above. This has been a true epiphany for me: it's as if my doctor told me that the greatest gift I could give my body and brain is have a few glasses of DRC with every meal, AND that it would result in better focus/concentration, weight loss, fresher breath, bolstered immunity, and an elevated mood that sure feels like what the Buddhists call satori, a kind of calm euphoria. Where do I sign?!
Some basic health facts about matcha:
It's got boatloads of antioxidants, which act as anti-inflammatory and antiviral agents in the body. You can actually measure the antioxidant contents of foods, with something called ORAC (oxygen radical absorbance capacity) units. Here are some ORAC numbers for common superfoods: gojiberries 253, dark chocolate 227, pomegranate 105, wild blueberries 93, acai berries 60, broccoli 31. And matcha? It clocks in at an astounding 1440; more than all of those superfoods COMBINED.
You can break down the term "antioxidants" into lots of components, but one key antioxidant is actually a flavanoid/catechin called EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate), and matcha is crazy full of EGCGs. It has roughly 140x the EGCGs of regular green tea, for the simple reason that matcha is consumed whole. It is not steeped or, worse, extracted (beware of health claims for extracted green tea - much of it is bogus). The soluble and insoluble fiber in matcha work in synergy, something that can't happen in tea that is steeped. It's this synergistic effect that is responsible for its off-the-charts EGCG count. Wikipedia lists a bunch of studies that have shown that EGCG in quantity can be beneficial in treating brain, prostate, cervical, and other cancers. Other studies have posited that matcha helps stave off dementia, promotes fat burning, aids digestion, improves oral hygiene, and helps bolster immunity.
Matcha drinkers have reported (to me, and to others) clearer and quicker thinking, improved memory for things like names and numbers, increased alertness and awareness, elevated moods, "calm euphoria," and improved concentrative abilities for studying, working, or driving. These claims have definitely rung true in my own case.
In short, matcha is a bajillion (to use scientific language) times better for you than other teas because all the action is in the leaves, which are savored and swallowed.
Other random and widely reported observations about matcha and health:
Matcha has exceedingly high levels of chlorophyll (thanks to the shading process), which is what gives it its hallucinogenic green color. Health gurus claim that chlorophyll is among the most powerful detoxifiers of blood, and a powerful ally in creating ideal blood alkalinity.
There appears to be a direct connection between antioxidant activity and hypoglycemic activity. The natural sugars (polysaccharides) in matcha help to stabilize blood sugar levels, and to protect against insulin spikes thus stabilizing blood sugar levels. Polysaccharides from green tea in concentrated form are used in the treatment of diabetes in China.
Antioxidants are desirable because they destroy "free radicals," which are atoms with unpaired electrons that are known to damage DNA and speed up the aging process (a theory known as the Free Radical Theory of Aging).
Two studies (including a total of 1,331 women with breast cancer) found a significant (27% ) reduction in the recurrence of breast cancer among women who drank three or more cups of green tea daily.
Eric Gower http://breakawaymatcha.com
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?The-Health-Benefits-of-Matcha&id=6551351] The Health Benefits of Matcha
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Matcha and Caffeine
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Eric_Gower]Eric Gower
One of the most common questions we get is, "how much caffeine does matcha have?"
Matcha contains roughly 25mg of caffeine, which is approximately one-third the caffeine of a cup of brewed coffee. This is by most standards a very small amount of caffeine; it is easily tolerated by many people for whom coffee makes them jittery because all of the other components that make up matcha in effect slow down the release of caffeine into the body. It typically takes a good three to six hours for this minimal amount of caffeine to be absorbed into the bloodstream, and yet the wakefulness effects are apparent almost immediately upon drinking it.
In other words, matcha doesn't make you "wired" - it's nothing like coffee. If you're wary of caffeine, you can relax (and matcha will make you relax).
By definition, all "real" teas - that is, teas that come from the plant camellia sinensis, including all black, green, and oolong teas - contain some caffeine. It's built into the molecular tructure of the plant.
Matcha is different from coffee, and from other teas, in one important aspect: the caffeine in matcha works in a synergistic manner with all the other great stuff that matcha contains, including hefty quantities of phytonutrients, antioxidants, and amino acids.
This combination of caffeine + phytonutrients + antioxidants + amino acids produces an unusual effect on matcha drinkers: an uncanny ability to focus and be productive over an extended period of a few hours (for some, the effect can last up to six hours). The effect is quite fascinating, and extremely pleasant for most people because there is none of the jitteriness associated with caffeine from coffee.
Because the caffeine molecules in matcha bind to larger and more stable molecules (especially catechins), the caffeine is, essentially, released over time, instead of all at once, as it is with espresso or brewed coffee, into the bloodstream. In contrast to coffee, this timed-release mechanism tends to inhibit any sudden insulin increases, so there is no "crash" associated with quick drops in blood sugar that so many coffee drinkers feel an hour or so after drinking a cup. Nor does matcha stimulate the production of cortisol, the stress hormone, as coffee can.
Our favorite description of the effects of caffeine in matcha comes from Dana Velden, a writer at The Kitchn.com. "The caffeine hit of an espresso can be a bit like having an express train screaming through the middle of your body: a deep, powerful, jittery roar. I find the effects of matcha to be just as stimulating but in a more delicate, refined way, as if a thousand butterflies have descended on my body, beating their wings until I'm lifted, gently but resolutely, a few inches off the ground. (Seriously.)"
Eric Gower http://breakawaymatcha.com
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Matcha-and-Caffeine&id=6551366] Matcha and Caffeine
One of the most common questions we get is, "how much caffeine does matcha have?"
Matcha contains roughly 25mg of caffeine, which is approximately one-third the caffeine of a cup of brewed coffee. This is by most standards a very small amount of caffeine; it is easily tolerated by many people for whom coffee makes them jittery because all of the other components that make up matcha in effect slow down the release of caffeine into the body. It typically takes a good three to six hours for this minimal amount of caffeine to be absorbed into the bloodstream, and yet the wakefulness effects are apparent almost immediately upon drinking it.
In other words, matcha doesn't make you "wired" - it's nothing like coffee. If you're wary of caffeine, you can relax (and matcha will make you relax).
By definition, all "real" teas - that is, teas that come from the plant camellia sinensis, including all black, green, and oolong teas - contain some caffeine. It's built into the molecular tructure of the plant.
Matcha is different from coffee, and from other teas, in one important aspect: the caffeine in matcha works in a synergistic manner with all the other great stuff that matcha contains, including hefty quantities of phytonutrients, antioxidants, and amino acids.
This combination of caffeine + phytonutrients + antioxidants + amino acids produces an unusual effect on matcha drinkers: an uncanny ability to focus and be productive over an extended period of a few hours (for some, the effect can last up to six hours). The effect is quite fascinating, and extremely pleasant for most people because there is none of the jitteriness associated with caffeine from coffee.
Because the caffeine molecules in matcha bind to larger and more stable molecules (especially catechins), the caffeine is, essentially, released over time, instead of all at once, as it is with espresso or brewed coffee, into the bloodstream. In contrast to coffee, this timed-release mechanism tends to inhibit any sudden insulin increases, so there is no "crash" associated with quick drops in blood sugar that so many coffee drinkers feel an hour or so after drinking a cup. Nor does matcha stimulate the production of cortisol, the stress hormone, as coffee can.
Our favorite description of the effects of caffeine in matcha comes from Dana Velden, a writer at The Kitchn.com. "The caffeine hit of an espresso can be a bit like having an express train screaming through the middle of your body: a deep, powerful, jittery roar. I find the effects of matcha to be just as stimulating but in a more delicate, refined way, as if a thousand butterflies have descended on my body, beating their wings until I'm lifted, gently but resolutely, a few inches off the ground. (Seriously.)"
Eric Gower http://breakawaymatcha.com
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Matcha-and-Caffeine&id=6551366] Matcha and Caffeine
Sunday, December 18, 2011
Tea Drinking Culture of the 21st Century
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Neen_M]Neen M
TEA CULTURE
Everyone loves a good cuppa! A hot cup of Tea puts the world to rights; puts a smile on your face and warms your soul after a hard day's slog. A hot cup of Tea washes away sorrows and puts a spring in your step with each loving sip. A hot cup of Tea is a comfort blanket, a medicinal treasure and something our British culture would not be the same without.
Tea drinking dates back as far as 10th century BC where it was historically recorded first originating as a Chinese custom to sip on the brewed leaves. It supposedly broke loose from its Chinese roots and began to influence adjoining Asian regions such as Japan and Korea who abruptly latched on to the Tea growing, Tea brewing, and Tea-drinking phenomenon.
Sometime during the 16th century Tea made its way into the English economy, thanks to King Charles II alliance with Portugal through his marital ties. The Portuguese maintained well-established trading channels with China through which Tea soon became an accessible commodity that us Brits did not want to do without.
In western civilization Tea first drew breath as a lavish elixir. To sip on this 'liquid gold' was a true honor and one only presented to those of privileged parties. It was drank both medicinally and recreationally, often finding itself poured at special occasions and celebrations (usually drank from expensive china with a pert pinky on show!)
Subsequently through India's flourishing Tea trade and a huge drop in price, by the 19th century Tea became a working-class refreshment and commonly drunk in all households. It no longer held such the regal status that it once claimed ownership to however flourished as a popular pick to have readily available on your kitchen shelves.
We Brits have drunk many a 'cup of char' since the appearance of Tea back in the day. But long gone are those days of brewing your Tetley's or your PG Tips! Tea culture has moved on from a beloved cup of Yorkshire and a fondant fancy...to a new era of health-conscious folk wanting a new lease of life from their leaves.
Oolong, Puerh & Matcha Green Tea are all, but a few, parading the headlines as the new brew in town. Promising to eradicate harmful toxins, aid digestion, weight loss plus much more, these 'Trendy Teas' appear to be the way forward in giving us a clean bill of health while enjoying a soulful sip on these invigorating infusions.
Many Tea brands are all brewing up a storm with their cheeky concoctions, such as Chocolate Tea, Chilli Chai and Cr�me Caramel! And if that's not enough I have heard popcorn Tea is making its way onto centre stage! A cinematic revolution in Tea culture perhaps?
There's a whole host of holistic Teas that offer up a wealth of diversity and deliciousness helping to cure an array of ailments from A-Z. Tea drinking certainly has risen to refinement once more with the introduction of these modern twists on ancient blends, revamping Tea as the Trendy Tea of the 21st century. [http://www.trendyteas.com/]Click For Online Tea Shop
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TEA CULTURE
Everyone loves a good cuppa! A hot cup of Tea puts the world to rights; puts a smile on your face and warms your soul after a hard day's slog. A hot cup of Tea washes away sorrows and puts a spring in your step with each loving sip. A hot cup of Tea is a comfort blanket, a medicinal treasure and something our British culture would not be the same without.
Tea drinking dates back as far as 10th century BC where it was historically recorded first originating as a Chinese custom to sip on the brewed leaves. It supposedly broke loose from its Chinese roots and began to influence adjoining Asian regions such as Japan and Korea who abruptly latched on to the Tea growing, Tea brewing, and Tea-drinking phenomenon.
Sometime during the 16th century Tea made its way into the English economy, thanks to King Charles II alliance with Portugal through his marital ties. The Portuguese maintained well-established trading channels with China through which Tea soon became an accessible commodity that us Brits did not want to do without.
In western civilization Tea first drew breath as a lavish elixir. To sip on this 'liquid gold' was a true honor and one only presented to those of privileged parties. It was drank both medicinally and recreationally, often finding itself poured at special occasions and celebrations (usually drank from expensive china with a pert pinky on show!)
Subsequently through India's flourishing Tea trade and a huge drop in price, by the 19th century Tea became a working-class refreshment and commonly drunk in all households. It no longer held such the regal status that it once claimed ownership to however flourished as a popular pick to have readily available on your kitchen shelves.
We Brits have drunk many a 'cup of char' since the appearance of Tea back in the day. But long gone are those days of brewing your Tetley's or your PG Tips! Tea culture has moved on from a beloved cup of Yorkshire and a fondant fancy...to a new era of health-conscious folk wanting a new lease of life from their leaves.
Oolong, Puerh & Matcha Green Tea are all, but a few, parading the headlines as the new brew in town. Promising to eradicate harmful toxins, aid digestion, weight loss plus much more, these 'Trendy Teas' appear to be the way forward in giving us a clean bill of health while enjoying a soulful sip on these invigorating infusions.
Many Tea brands are all brewing up a storm with their cheeky concoctions, such as Chocolate Tea, Chilli Chai and Cr�me Caramel! And if that's not enough I have heard popcorn Tea is making its way onto centre stage! A cinematic revolution in Tea culture perhaps?
There's a whole host of holistic Teas that offer up a wealth of diversity and deliciousness helping to cure an array of ailments from A-Z. Tea drinking certainly has risen to refinement once more with the introduction of these modern twists on ancient blends, revamping Tea as the Trendy Tea of the 21st century. [http://www.trendyteas.com/]Click For Online Tea Shop
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Friday, December 16, 2011
What Is White Tea and How Do I Make Some?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=William_B_Harrison]William B Harrison
White tea is made from the very youngest leaves and unopened buds from the top of the tea plant. These buds have fine white hairs along their surface, giving them a whitish appearance. The processing of the harvested leaves is very minimal and quick, they are steamed or fired to keep them from oxidizing and breaking down almost immediately after harvest with very little withering or exposure to air. The lack of processing leaves the high levels of antioxidant catechins present in raw tea leaves intact in the finished white tea, and has a serious effect on the caffeine content.
Tea that has not been oxidized or fermented very much, like white tea and green tea, can be difficult to brew properly, leaving many people believing that green tea or white tea are always bitter. However, brewing loose white or green tea is very easy with a little practice.
Brewing White Tea or Green Tea:
1. Water- water should be hot, but not too hot. Just below the boiling point, at around 80-90 degrees Celsius. Let the kettle sing then sit for a minute or so of silence. It is also very important that you use good water. Spring water is best, but a very clean filtered water will suffice.
2. When pouring the water over the leaves, especially if you are using the leaves a second or third time, it is best to pour the water around the edge of the brewing vessel and the leaves, not directly over the leaves.
3. Short brewing time: It is very important not to brew white tea or green tea for too long. Good whole leaf white or green tea should infuse for no more than 30 to 45 seconds the first time, and 15-30 seconds after that. If the tea has been rolled into tight balls, a longer infusion time of about 1 minute for the first brew will open the leaves up and shorter times of 15-30 seconds can be used after that.
4. Drain the water completely from the leaves immediately. As soon as the tea has colored or reached your desired strength, drain all of the water from the leaves. Make sure to drain them completely, especially if you want to brew the leaves more than one time.
A good white tea, brewed with good water and some rehearsed skill, can have a broad variety of distinctive flavours, but a few things are almost always true of white tea; it usually has a very light taste, with a bit of vegetal sweetness, a twist of maltyness or even pineyness, and a pleasant floral fragrance. Bottoms up!
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White tea is made from the very youngest leaves and unopened buds from the top of the tea plant. These buds have fine white hairs along their surface, giving them a whitish appearance. The processing of the harvested leaves is very minimal and quick, they are steamed or fired to keep them from oxidizing and breaking down almost immediately after harvest with very little withering or exposure to air. The lack of processing leaves the high levels of antioxidant catechins present in raw tea leaves intact in the finished white tea, and has a serious effect on the caffeine content.
Tea that has not been oxidized or fermented very much, like white tea and green tea, can be difficult to brew properly, leaving many people believing that green tea or white tea are always bitter. However, brewing loose white or green tea is very easy with a little practice.
Brewing White Tea or Green Tea:
1. Water- water should be hot, but not too hot. Just below the boiling point, at around 80-90 degrees Celsius. Let the kettle sing then sit for a minute or so of silence. It is also very important that you use good water. Spring water is best, but a very clean filtered water will suffice.
2. When pouring the water over the leaves, especially if you are using the leaves a second or third time, it is best to pour the water around the edge of the brewing vessel and the leaves, not directly over the leaves.
3. Short brewing time: It is very important not to brew white tea or green tea for too long. Good whole leaf white or green tea should infuse for no more than 30 to 45 seconds the first time, and 15-30 seconds after that. If the tea has been rolled into tight balls, a longer infusion time of about 1 minute for the first brew will open the leaves up and shorter times of 15-30 seconds can be used after that.
4. Drain the water completely from the leaves immediately. As soon as the tea has colored or reached your desired strength, drain all of the water from the leaves. Make sure to drain them completely, especially if you want to brew the leaves more than one time.
A good white tea, brewed with good water and some rehearsed skill, can have a broad variety of distinctive flavours, but a few things are almost always true of white tea; it usually has a very light taste, with a bit of vegetal sweetness, a twist of maltyness or even pineyness, and a pleasant floral fragrance. Bottoms up!
For more information on Tea and great deals on Premium High Mountain Tea, direct from source, you can visit William Harrison at his [http://blog.maemawktea.com]blog
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Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Green Tea Benefits Vs White Tea Benefits
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=William_B_Harrison]William B Harrison
All tea has a vast array of wonderful health promoting properties, but the concentrations of different antioxidant phenols, caffeine, and L-theanine vary greatly from type to type of tea. Many people are well aware of the health benefits of green tea, but what about white tea? What are some of white tea's benefits and properties and how do they compare with the benefits of green tea, black tea, oolong, or puer?
White tea is harvested from the top leaves and buds of the tea plant which are covered with very fine white hairs, giving the tea its whitish appearance. It is processed minimally, being steamed or roasted almost immediately after harvest to prevent oxidation of the leaves, leaving most of the chemical components found in the raw leaves intact, more intact than any other tea, even green;
� Catechin- Catechin is the antioxidant phenol that is found in raw tea. The process of oxidation used to create oolong tea and black tea causes the oxidative enzymes in the tea to react with air and various chemicals on the surface of the leaves, thereby creating more complex polyphenols from the catechin. Because of the lack of oxidation that marks white tea, it has a very high concentration of catechin, higher than any other type of tea. Catechin has been found to bond with cholesterol and remove it from the system and prevent the development of bad cholesterol due to oxidation, as well as retarding the growth of cancer cells and DNA damage caused by exposure to forms of radiation (laptops, cell phones, television, microwave ovens, etc.).
� Theanine- Theanine is a non-protein amino acid that is found more or less only in tea. It is absorbed through the small intestine and passes the blood brain barrier. It creates a sense of mellow well being and calm by directly stimulating the production of alpha waves in the brain. It is also instrumental in the formation of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA (gamma amino butyric acid) which assists the body in controlling the flow of serotonin and dopamine.
� Anti-bacterial/Anti-fungal activity- In a study conducted at Pace university, using white tea extract, found that white tea was more effective than green tea(also extracted) in inactivating bacterial viruses like Staphylococcus(like MRSA) and Streptococcus, indicating that white tea might have powerful anti-viral effect against human pathogenic viruses along with its already well known anti-bacterial properties, which can help prevent things like dental cavities and tooth decay caused by bacteria(but don't stop brushing because tea still stains the heck out of plaque!) Dr. Schiffenbauer, a microbiologist who participated in the study said "Our research shows that white tea extract can actually destroy in vitro the organisms that cause disease".
All in all, it's very good news for those of us who enjoy the occasional (or frequent) cup of white tea. Of course, this is only a small list of the benefits of white tea and research is still being conducted constantly, adding to and refining that list. There is a lot more in that pot than a bunch of leaves...
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Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Green-Tea-Benefits-Vs-White-Tea-Benefits&id=6547540] Green Tea Benefits Vs White Tea Benefits
All tea has a vast array of wonderful health promoting properties, but the concentrations of different antioxidant phenols, caffeine, and L-theanine vary greatly from type to type of tea. Many people are well aware of the health benefits of green tea, but what about white tea? What are some of white tea's benefits and properties and how do they compare with the benefits of green tea, black tea, oolong, or puer?
White tea is harvested from the top leaves and buds of the tea plant which are covered with very fine white hairs, giving the tea its whitish appearance. It is processed minimally, being steamed or roasted almost immediately after harvest to prevent oxidation of the leaves, leaving most of the chemical components found in the raw leaves intact, more intact than any other tea, even green;
� Catechin- Catechin is the antioxidant phenol that is found in raw tea. The process of oxidation used to create oolong tea and black tea causes the oxidative enzymes in the tea to react with air and various chemicals on the surface of the leaves, thereby creating more complex polyphenols from the catechin. Because of the lack of oxidation that marks white tea, it has a very high concentration of catechin, higher than any other type of tea. Catechin has been found to bond with cholesterol and remove it from the system and prevent the development of bad cholesterol due to oxidation, as well as retarding the growth of cancer cells and DNA damage caused by exposure to forms of radiation (laptops, cell phones, television, microwave ovens, etc.).
� Theanine- Theanine is a non-protein amino acid that is found more or less only in tea. It is absorbed through the small intestine and passes the blood brain barrier. It creates a sense of mellow well being and calm by directly stimulating the production of alpha waves in the brain. It is also instrumental in the formation of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA (gamma amino butyric acid) which assists the body in controlling the flow of serotonin and dopamine.
� Anti-bacterial/Anti-fungal activity- In a study conducted at Pace university, using white tea extract, found that white tea was more effective than green tea(also extracted) in inactivating bacterial viruses like Staphylococcus(like MRSA) and Streptococcus, indicating that white tea might have powerful anti-viral effect against human pathogenic viruses along with its already well known anti-bacterial properties, which can help prevent things like dental cavities and tooth decay caused by bacteria(but don't stop brushing because tea still stains the heck out of plaque!) Dr. Schiffenbauer, a microbiologist who participated in the study said "Our research shows that white tea extract can actually destroy in vitro the organisms that cause disease".
All in all, it's very good news for those of us who enjoy the occasional (or frequent) cup of white tea. Of course, this is only a small list of the benefits of white tea and research is still being conducted constantly, adding to and refining that list. There is a lot more in that pot than a bunch of leaves...
For more information on Tea and great deals on Premium High Mountain Tea direct from source, you can visit William Harrison at his [http://blog.maemawktea.com]blog
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Monday, December 12, 2011
Mystery of Tea Etiquette Solved
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Maxine_A_Holmgren]Maxine A Holmgren
Gone are the days of prim and proper formal tea parties where women wear white gloves and frilly lace dresses. Today's busy woman is looking for fun and entertainment, not stuffy tea etiquette rules.
Formal tea parties can be intimidating affairs to the novice tea drinker or first time attendee. All those vintage decorations, flowers, lace and fancy delicate china can be a bit overwhelming to the modern gal of today. Tea etiquette wasn't taught in business school. What does one do with that little gold spoon? (Stir your tea.) Are those tiny flowers on the sugar cubes for real? (They're made of frosting.) Do you really drop them into your teacup? (Yes.) What does one do with a wet tea bag? (There should be a little teapot shaped dish to put it in. If not, place it on your saucer.) What in the world is a savory? (A tea sandwich.) How do you eat a scone? (Break it in half, spread with jam or lemon curd and Devonshire cream and eat like finger food.)
Even if guests have never attended a tea party before, they can relax and enjoy the fun and food as the focus is on the mystery and not on proper tea etiquette. Devonshire cream is spread while the guests spread fun into the party as they read their script. How to properly eat a scone and the proper folding of a napkin fade in importance as the mystery plot unfolds.
Mystery parties have become a popular new and unique way to provide entertainment for women's gatherings of all kinds. Book clubs, sororities, country clubs, church groups, Red Hatters, tea societies, tea rooms and retirement centers are just a few that offer mystery tea parties as special events.
The popularity of tea is growing as more and more people learn the amazing health benefits of tea drinking. Many coffee bars now offer a variety of tea drinks. Proper tea etiquette is forgotten as steaming hot teas as well as frothy iced teas are served in Styrofoam or paper cups. Fancy little spoons engraved with flowers are replaced with a wooden or paper stir stick.
Tea Houses are popular places to try the many blends of teas and tisanes. There you will find black, green, white or oolong teas from exotic places, with equally exotic names. You can purchase tea in loose leaf form, or in tea bags, as most of us are accustomed to. Tea houses offer a place to try new blends, and provide a place to meet friends, chat or perhaps just sit and read while enjoying a good brew.
The mystery of formal tea etiquette is replaced with casual relaxation over a cup of tea.
Maxine Holmgren is a writer of mystery tea party plans, tea enthusiast, playright and certified personality trainer. She has been active in many community theatre groups as well. Her combined interest in all of these things led to writing hilarious mystery theme tea party plans. The plans can be purchased as a download or hard copy sent by mail at http://www.mysteryteaparties.com
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Mystery-of-Tea-Etiquette-Solved&id=6534750] Mystery of Tea Etiquette Solved
Gone are the days of prim and proper formal tea parties where women wear white gloves and frilly lace dresses. Today's busy woman is looking for fun and entertainment, not stuffy tea etiquette rules.
Formal tea parties can be intimidating affairs to the novice tea drinker or first time attendee. All those vintage decorations, flowers, lace and fancy delicate china can be a bit overwhelming to the modern gal of today. Tea etiquette wasn't taught in business school. What does one do with that little gold spoon? (Stir your tea.) Are those tiny flowers on the sugar cubes for real? (They're made of frosting.) Do you really drop them into your teacup? (Yes.) What does one do with a wet tea bag? (There should be a little teapot shaped dish to put it in. If not, place it on your saucer.) What in the world is a savory? (A tea sandwich.) How do you eat a scone? (Break it in half, spread with jam or lemon curd and Devonshire cream and eat like finger food.)
Even if guests have never attended a tea party before, they can relax and enjoy the fun and food as the focus is on the mystery and not on proper tea etiquette. Devonshire cream is spread while the guests spread fun into the party as they read their script. How to properly eat a scone and the proper folding of a napkin fade in importance as the mystery plot unfolds.
Mystery parties have become a popular new and unique way to provide entertainment for women's gatherings of all kinds. Book clubs, sororities, country clubs, church groups, Red Hatters, tea societies, tea rooms and retirement centers are just a few that offer mystery tea parties as special events.
The popularity of tea is growing as more and more people learn the amazing health benefits of tea drinking. Many coffee bars now offer a variety of tea drinks. Proper tea etiquette is forgotten as steaming hot teas as well as frothy iced teas are served in Styrofoam or paper cups. Fancy little spoons engraved with flowers are replaced with a wooden or paper stir stick.
Tea Houses are popular places to try the many blends of teas and tisanes. There you will find black, green, white or oolong teas from exotic places, with equally exotic names. You can purchase tea in loose leaf form, or in tea bags, as most of us are accustomed to. Tea houses offer a place to try new blends, and provide a place to meet friends, chat or perhaps just sit and read while enjoying a good brew.
The mystery of formal tea etiquette is replaced with casual relaxation over a cup of tea.
Maxine Holmgren is a writer of mystery tea party plans, tea enthusiast, playright and certified personality trainer. She has been active in many community theatre groups as well. Her combined interest in all of these things led to writing hilarious mystery theme tea party plans. The plans can be purchased as a download or hard copy sent by mail at http://www.mysteryteaparties.com
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Saturday, December 10, 2011
Why Drink Hibiscus Tea?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Pierce_Anderson]Pierce Anderson
For people searching for a drink that is both delectable and full of possible health benefits, one has to look no further than hibiscus tea. The tea has vitamin c and minerals and possibly has the added bonus of supporting cardiovascular health. Below are only a few reasons it might be advantageous to include this beverage in your diet.
May Help Control Blood Pressure
One reason for the consumption of hibiscus tea is to help lower blood pressure. There have been studies conducted that show the tea could help lower blood pressure and manage cholesterol. In one study, test subjects who drank three cups of the tea daily had lower blood pressure at the end of the six-week test period. Research demonstrated that the tea lowered the systolic blood pressure (the top number in a blood pressure reading) by the end of the clinical trial. The clear positive effect of lower blood pressure in people with mild hypertension is a decreased risk for heart attack and stroke. The studies are hopeful for people who are searching for natural methods to control high blood pressure. Experts are quick to point out that more research is definitely required to wholly validate the claims of these positive effects of drinking hibiscus tea on blood pressure.
May Help Weight Loss
Another reason to drink hibiscus tea is to facilitate weight loss. The tea includes an enzyme inhibitor which blocks the production of amylase (an enzyme that breaks down complex sugars and starches). Drinking a cup full of hibiscus tea right after a meal can decrease the absorption of fats and carbohydrates which can help people lose weight. The amylase inhibitors are found in their natural state in the tea, which makes them safer and better than those found in weight loss drugs. This is obviously great news for people desiring a natural alternative to artificial methods of enhancing weight loss. In addition to the weight loss benefits, it can also help cleanse and rid the body of excess fluids.
Pleasant Flavor
One last reason for drinking hibiscus tea is for its wonderful flavor. The tea has a nice tart, tangy flavor that is almost berry-like in nature. The flavor can then be enhanced by the addition of mint, cinnamon, or ginger. The taste can be quite tart for some people and may necessitate the inclusion of a sweetener such as honey or sugar, especially in stronger brews. The tea may be consumed hot or cold and is caffeine free making it a wonderful tea not only for a hot summer day but also a cold winter night.
In closing, it is apparent that hibiscus tea is a great drink that potentially has many health benefits. Studies have shown it has positive effects on blood pressure and cholesterol and also assists in weight loss. Hibiscus tea is a natural alternative for supporting good cardiovascular health while at the same time providing a refreshingly unique flavor.
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For people searching for a drink that is both delectable and full of possible health benefits, one has to look no further than hibiscus tea. The tea has vitamin c and minerals and possibly has the added bonus of supporting cardiovascular health. Below are only a few reasons it might be advantageous to include this beverage in your diet.
May Help Control Blood Pressure
One reason for the consumption of hibiscus tea is to help lower blood pressure. There have been studies conducted that show the tea could help lower blood pressure and manage cholesterol. In one study, test subjects who drank three cups of the tea daily had lower blood pressure at the end of the six-week test period. Research demonstrated that the tea lowered the systolic blood pressure (the top number in a blood pressure reading) by the end of the clinical trial. The clear positive effect of lower blood pressure in people with mild hypertension is a decreased risk for heart attack and stroke. The studies are hopeful for people who are searching for natural methods to control high blood pressure. Experts are quick to point out that more research is definitely required to wholly validate the claims of these positive effects of drinking hibiscus tea on blood pressure.
May Help Weight Loss
Another reason to drink hibiscus tea is to facilitate weight loss. The tea includes an enzyme inhibitor which blocks the production of amylase (an enzyme that breaks down complex sugars and starches). Drinking a cup full of hibiscus tea right after a meal can decrease the absorption of fats and carbohydrates which can help people lose weight. The amylase inhibitors are found in their natural state in the tea, which makes them safer and better than those found in weight loss drugs. This is obviously great news for people desiring a natural alternative to artificial methods of enhancing weight loss. In addition to the weight loss benefits, it can also help cleanse and rid the body of excess fluids.
Pleasant Flavor
One last reason for drinking hibiscus tea is for its wonderful flavor. The tea has a nice tart, tangy flavor that is almost berry-like in nature. The flavor can then be enhanced by the addition of mint, cinnamon, or ginger. The taste can be quite tart for some people and may necessitate the inclusion of a sweetener such as honey or sugar, especially in stronger brews. The tea may be consumed hot or cold and is caffeine free making it a wonderful tea not only for a hot summer day but also a cold winter night.
In closing, it is apparent that hibiscus tea is a great drink that potentially has many health benefits. Studies have shown it has positive effects on blood pressure and cholesterol and also assists in weight loss. Hibiscus tea is a natural alternative for supporting good cardiovascular health while at the same time providing a refreshingly unique flavor.
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Thursday, December 8, 2011
Tea For The Royal Class - Darjeeling Tea
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Mike_Jari_Davidson]Mike Jari Davidson
Darjeeling Tea is the most famous black tea of all types. It is the world's most expensive and exotically flavored tea. It has a special taste and aroma.It is produced in the Darjeeling region of West Bengal, India. It is a light colored tea and has a floral aroma. The most renowned tea tasters all over the world has rated it as one of the most finest tea all over the world. It is one of India's treasured food item.
The history of the Darjeeling Tea is very interesting. The story goes this way, Dr. Campbell was the first superintendent of the District of Darjeeling and he was the first person to sow the tea seeds in his garden. Slowly and gradually the tea industry began to flourish in this region because of the favorable conditions of tea farming in this hilly region. The tea leaves grown in this region were of high quality and people from all over the world loved its fine taste and aroma.
Darjeeling Tea is planted across many tea gardens distributed all over the region of Darjeeling. Major tea estates includes Arya, Avongrove, Giddapahar, Castleton, Ging, Happy Valley, Pottabong, Rohini, Singla, Soureni, Thurbo, Vah Tukvar etc. These areas are perfect for tea cultivation and have been funded and protected by the Indian government to bring out more productivity.
Grades of the Tea
There are different grades for the tea graded according to the size and quality of the tea. Some of the common grades are discussed below:-
1- SFTGFOP- It stands for Super Fine Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe.These have a long leaf and a light color.
2- FTGBOP- It stands for Fine Tippy Golden Broken Orange Pekoe and consists of broken leaves.
3- GFOF: It stands for Golden Flowery Orange Fannings and comprises of even smaller leaves.
4- D: D is for Dust and as the name suggests itself, it consists of just tea dust.
The quality of the tea degrades starting from SFTGFOP i.e, D is of the lowest quality among all of them.
How to Prepare A Cup of Darjeeling Tea
Boil water for 3-4 minutes. Take a kettle and pour the boiling water in it. Add 1 tsp tea leaves in each serving cup and add boiling water over it. Brew it for 3-4 minutes and the tea is ready to serve.
Thus, this was the story about the Darjeeling tea. Remember to see the real logo of the Darjeeling tea when buying a tea pack. "Darjeeling" or "Pure Darjeeling" or "100% . Darjeeling - must be mentioned in the logo.
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Darjeeling Tea is the most famous black tea of all types. It is the world's most expensive and exotically flavored tea. It has a special taste and aroma.It is produced in the Darjeeling region of West Bengal, India. It is a light colored tea and has a floral aroma. The most renowned tea tasters all over the world has rated it as one of the most finest tea all over the world. It is one of India's treasured food item.
The history of the Darjeeling Tea is very interesting. The story goes this way, Dr. Campbell was the first superintendent of the District of Darjeeling and he was the first person to sow the tea seeds in his garden. Slowly and gradually the tea industry began to flourish in this region because of the favorable conditions of tea farming in this hilly region. The tea leaves grown in this region were of high quality and people from all over the world loved its fine taste and aroma.
Darjeeling Tea is planted across many tea gardens distributed all over the region of Darjeeling. Major tea estates includes Arya, Avongrove, Giddapahar, Castleton, Ging, Happy Valley, Pottabong, Rohini, Singla, Soureni, Thurbo, Vah Tukvar etc. These areas are perfect for tea cultivation and have been funded and protected by the Indian government to bring out more productivity.
Grades of the Tea
There are different grades for the tea graded according to the size and quality of the tea. Some of the common grades are discussed below:-
1- SFTGFOP- It stands for Super Fine Tippy Golden Flowery Orange Pekoe.These have a long leaf and a light color.
2- FTGBOP- It stands for Fine Tippy Golden Broken Orange Pekoe and consists of broken leaves.
3- GFOF: It stands for Golden Flowery Orange Fannings and comprises of even smaller leaves.
4- D: D is for Dust and as the name suggests itself, it consists of just tea dust.
The quality of the tea degrades starting from SFTGFOP i.e, D is of the lowest quality among all of them.
How to Prepare A Cup of Darjeeling Tea
Boil water for 3-4 minutes. Take a kettle and pour the boiling water in it. Add 1 tsp tea leaves in each serving cup and add boiling water over it. Brew it for 3-4 minutes and the tea is ready to serve.
Thus, this was the story about the Darjeeling tea. Remember to see the real logo of the Darjeeling tea when buying a tea pack. "Darjeeling" or "Pure Darjeeling" or "100% . Darjeeling - must be mentioned in the logo.
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Tuesday, December 6, 2011
Yerba Mate: Drink of the Gods
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Roy_Buxbaum]Roy Buxbaum
Yerba Mate is found in Uruguay and is considered to be the "Drink of the Gods". It is a beverage made of the leaves and stems of a powerful tree, native to the subtropical rainforests of Uruguay, Paraguay, Brazil and Argentina. The tree looks a lot like an orange tree. It has a grayish trunk about twenty five to thirty centimeters in diameter.
Yerba Mate has many health benefits that include cholesterol lowering properties, anti inflammatory and low density lipoprotein (LDL) that help in the prevention of diabetes and heart disease. It is also considered an antioxidant powerhouse. It also has vitamins A, C, E, B1, B2, Niacin, B3, B5 and B complex. These items are essential to the energy boost that Yerba Mate provides.
Other benefits include that it stimulates focus and clarity. It also boosts physical energy. People have said that it can help individuals that suffer from depression. Of course, as with any stimulant it is only a temporary fix and not a permanent one for depression.
It can also make your headache go away. It can be used as a weight loss support and can be an important part of a weight loss program that includes Yerba Mate, diet and physical exercise. This product also aids in the elimination process.
People of Uruguay say that Yerba Mate, has the strength of coffee, the health benefits of tea, and the euphoria of chocolate all in one beverage". They hail it as the "Drink of the Gods.
Yerba Mate is a stimulant and has high levels of caffeine. It is a natural caffeine but caffeine all the same. It is to be enjoyed occasionally and not on a regular basis. It is definitely better if consumed in moderation. Another concern is that there are rumors that it may cause cancer if it is not prepared correctly or reused.
The proper way to prepare Yerba Mate is to put the leaves and twigs in a gourd and steep it with hot water. When the twigs and leaves have been properly steeped in hot water then it is ready to drink.
When you explore Uruguay you will realize that they use hot water in comparison to Paraguay where they use cold water. The proper and safe way is to prepare it in hot water to assure the safety of the drink. The leaves and twigs should be thrown out after they are used and not reused. This makes a tea-like beverage that is very popular in South America. It can be found online and in health food stores.
Whether you believe the health benefits or not you can be assured that Yerba Mate will give you an energy boost at the very least. Even though it is an energy boost it will only last so long. It does not have long term benefits. It is much like the energy drinks that we consume. Energy drinks have become very popular as of late but this drink has been supplying energy to South Americans for ages. [http://www.explore-uruguay.com]Explore Uruguay
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Yerba Mate is found in Uruguay and is considered to be the "Drink of the Gods". It is a beverage made of the leaves and stems of a powerful tree, native to the subtropical rainforests of Uruguay, Paraguay, Brazil and Argentina. The tree looks a lot like an orange tree. It has a grayish trunk about twenty five to thirty centimeters in diameter.
Yerba Mate has many health benefits that include cholesterol lowering properties, anti inflammatory and low density lipoprotein (LDL) that help in the prevention of diabetes and heart disease. It is also considered an antioxidant powerhouse. It also has vitamins A, C, E, B1, B2, Niacin, B3, B5 and B complex. These items are essential to the energy boost that Yerba Mate provides.
Other benefits include that it stimulates focus and clarity. It also boosts physical energy. People have said that it can help individuals that suffer from depression. Of course, as with any stimulant it is only a temporary fix and not a permanent one for depression.
It can also make your headache go away. It can be used as a weight loss support and can be an important part of a weight loss program that includes Yerba Mate, diet and physical exercise. This product also aids in the elimination process.
People of Uruguay say that Yerba Mate, has the strength of coffee, the health benefits of tea, and the euphoria of chocolate all in one beverage". They hail it as the "Drink of the Gods.
Yerba Mate is a stimulant and has high levels of caffeine. It is a natural caffeine but caffeine all the same. It is to be enjoyed occasionally and not on a regular basis. It is definitely better if consumed in moderation. Another concern is that there are rumors that it may cause cancer if it is not prepared correctly or reused.
The proper way to prepare Yerba Mate is to put the leaves and twigs in a gourd and steep it with hot water. When the twigs and leaves have been properly steeped in hot water then it is ready to drink.
When you explore Uruguay you will realize that they use hot water in comparison to Paraguay where they use cold water. The proper and safe way is to prepare it in hot water to assure the safety of the drink. The leaves and twigs should be thrown out after they are used and not reused. This makes a tea-like beverage that is very popular in South America. It can be found online and in health food stores.
Whether you believe the health benefits or not you can be assured that Yerba Mate will give you an energy boost at the very least. Even though it is an energy boost it will only last so long. It does not have long term benefits. It is much like the energy drinks that we consume. Energy drinks have become very popular as of late but this drink has been supplying energy to South Americans for ages. [http://www.explore-uruguay.com]Explore Uruguay
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Sunday, December 4, 2011
Brewing Chinese Top Grade Dragon Well Green Tea
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Stella_Yan]Stella Yan
The most beautiful and breathtaking scenery can be viewed in West Lake Hangzhou, the home of the well-renowned green tea called Dragon Well Green Tea, a green tea from China that has a delectable flavor and fragrance and a long history of being grown in this region for many thousands of years. Dragon Well tea is also sometimes called "Longjing" tea.
The Appearance of Dry Dragon Well Leaves
The dried leaves of Dragon Well tea have long straight smooth shafts that are very tippy and look like flat spears. A very fine quality Dragon Well tea will have leaves that are fresh and tender, unlike most black and pu-erh teas. The leaves themselves are a tender green color, and the buds of a Dragon Well tea are usually straight and very tight.
The Flavor of High Quality Dragon Well Tea
Mellow, smooth and refreshing are all adjectives which describe a fine quality Dragon Well green tea. The leaves brew up into a lovely pale green-gold color which is bright and clear.
The Benefits of Dragon Well Green Tea
The famous Dragon Well tea is renowned for her beautiful brewed green liqour, aromatic fragrance, refreshing yet mellow flavor, and the gorgeous body which is consumed and loved by people all over the world. Dragon Well tea is not only a delicious and stimulating tea when brewed properly, but it also hosts a myriad of health benefits as well as many minerals and anti-oxidants that can help with detoxifying the body. Dragon Well tea is also reputed to help with weight loss and anxiety!
Preparing Dragon Well Tea
To properly enjoy and experience Dragon Well tea, you should begin your preparation by choosing a nice cup or gaiwan to drink your tea from. I recommend a glass teapot and teacup so that you can see the beautiful spears of Dragon Well tea stretching and dancing in the water.
Brewing and Preparing Dragon Well Longjing Tea the Chinese Way
Preparing and Pre-warming Your Glass and Teapot or Gaiwan
1. First you will need to pour already hot water into your covered bowl or gaiwan, allowing it to heat and cleanse the bowl. Pre-warming your cups is a very important part of the tea ritual as it allows the brewed tea to stay warm.
2. Next, pour the heated water into the fair cup using your filter. After warming the fair cup with your heated water, dispose (or otherwise recycle) the water you used to warm the fair cup, this water will not be used to brew the actual Dragon Well tea.
The fair cup will be used to hold the brewed Dragon Well tea, then to pour the brewed tea into each individual cup. By doing this, you will even out the flavor and aroma so that it is extremely well balanced, and also allow any leaves poured into the brewed tea to settle to the bottom of the cup.
Brewing and Steeping
After pouring the hot water over the Dragon Well tea leaves, be sure to gently swirl and rotate your cup (gaiwan) so that it soaks all of the tea leaves thoroughly and evenly.
Doing this will extract the most flavor and aroma from the tea so that you can actually see and smell it's freshness!
Next add just one more small amount of hot water after the initial pouring of water to allow the water to completely fill your cup. Swirl the cup gently to allow the leaves the opportunity to entirely unfurl and stretch, and pay attention to the grace of the leaves dancing and unwinding in your cup!
During the first brewing of a Dragon Well tea, you should steep the leaves in hot water for approximately 2 to 3 minutes for the first steeping. The first brew is exceptional and the brewed liquor is fresh, brightly green with a hint of gold. The aroma is intoxicating and has a delicate mellow fragrance with just the slightest hints of a grassy undertone. Dragon Well is an extremely relaxing, delicious and simple treat.
HELPFUL HINT:
High quality fine Dragon Well green tea can be re-brewed many times. Each subsequent brewing of the Dragon Well green tea leaves will change the flavor and aroma profile slightly so that you will notice slight flavor and aroma nuances which change just a bit with each brewing, so that you can appreciate the many layers and aspects of the Dragon Well tea.
While serving Dragon Well green tea in China, we pour the Dragon Well green tea into what is called a "fair cup", then we pour the tea in equal portions into each guest's cup to represent that all who are present and drinking the tea are equally respected as well as to reduce brewing time.
Preparing Dragon Well Green Tea at Home
Ready Your Teapot and Teacups
The instructions above are the traditional way of brewing and preparing Longjing tea in China. However, you may also prepare Dragon Well tea in your own home with fewer steps and formality.
Step 1. Place the dry Dragon Well green tea leaves into your teapot, adding approximately 3-4 teaspoons of tea per 20-25 ounces of hot water.
Step 2. Pour 20 to 25 oz of hot water (ideally around 176�F) into the glass (the glass shown in the photo can hold up to 35 oz). Again, I recommend a glass which is transparent so that you can truly appreciate the beauty of the Dragon Well tea swirling and dancing in the hot water. This is a relaxing and inspiring way to enjoy and appreciate your teas to the fullest!
Step 3. Steep the Dragon Well tea leaves in the hot water for approximately 3 or 4 minutes before serving the brewed tea and savoring it!
Helpful Brewing Tips:
Ideal Brewing Temperature of Dragon Well Green Tea:
Because Dragon Well green tea is a very tender tea which is only very lightly fermented, do not use boiling water, as boiling water is unsuitable and would burn or "shock" the tea leaves, producing a bitter and undrinkable liquor. Instead, the best temperature for brewing your Dragon Well green tea is water that is just under the boiling point, right around 85�C or 176�F.
Brewing Time of Dragon Well Green Tea:
You should brew the green tea leaves in your hot water for about 3 or 4 minutes. Each time you re-brew the same tea leaves, be sure to extend your brewing time by about one minute to gain the most potential flavor and aroma from the brewed leaves. Each re-brewing will produce a cup with a slightly different character!
Choosing the Best Water to Brew Tea:
The ideal choice for brewing your Dragon Well green tea - or any tea for that matter - is fresh spring water. This reduces impurities and allows you to experience the best flavor and aroma from your tea. If you do not have fresh spring water, use mineral water or purified water. Never use plain tap water to brew your tea if you can help it, as tap water is full of impurities and chemicals which can easily add undesirable flavors and smells to the tea.
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The most beautiful and breathtaking scenery can be viewed in West Lake Hangzhou, the home of the well-renowned green tea called Dragon Well Green Tea, a green tea from China that has a delectable flavor and fragrance and a long history of being grown in this region for many thousands of years. Dragon Well tea is also sometimes called "Longjing" tea.
The Appearance of Dry Dragon Well Leaves
The dried leaves of Dragon Well tea have long straight smooth shafts that are very tippy and look like flat spears. A very fine quality Dragon Well tea will have leaves that are fresh and tender, unlike most black and pu-erh teas. The leaves themselves are a tender green color, and the buds of a Dragon Well tea are usually straight and very tight.
The Flavor of High Quality Dragon Well Tea
Mellow, smooth and refreshing are all adjectives which describe a fine quality Dragon Well green tea. The leaves brew up into a lovely pale green-gold color which is bright and clear.
The Benefits of Dragon Well Green Tea
The famous Dragon Well tea is renowned for her beautiful brewed green liqour, aromatic fragrance, refreshing yet mellow flavor, and the gorgeous body which is consumed and loved by people all over the world. Dragon Well tea is not only a delicious and stimulating tea when brewed properly, but it also hosts a myriad of health benefits as well as many minerals and anti-oxidants that can help with detoxifying the body. Dragon Well tea is also reputed to help with weight loss and anxiety!
Preparing Dragon Well Tea
To properly enjoy and experience Dragon Well tea, you should begin your preparation by choosing a nice cup or gaiwan to drink your tea from. I recommend a glass teapot and teacup so that you can see the beautiful spears of Dragon Well tea stretching and dancing in the water.
Brewing and Preparing Dragon Well Longjing Tea the Chinese Way
Preparing and Pre-warming Your Glass and Teapot or Gaiwan
1. First you will need to pour already hot water into your covered bowl or gaiwan, allowing it to heat and cleanse the bowl. Pre-warming your cups is a very important part of the tea ritual as it allows the brewed tea to stay warm.
2. Next, pour the heated water into the fair cup using your filter. After warming the fair cup with your heated water, dispose (or otherwise recycle) the water you used to warm the fair cup, this water will not be used to brew the actual Dragon Well tea.
The fair cup will be used to hold the brewed Dragon Well tea, then to pour the brewed tea into each individual cup. By doing this, you will even out the flavor and aroma so that it is extremely well balanced, and also allow any leaves poured into the brewed tea to settle to the bottom of the cup.
Brewing and Steeping
After pouring the hot water over the Dragon Well tea leaves, be sure to gently swirl and rotate your cup (gaiwan) so that it soaks all of the tea leaves thoroughly and evenly.
Doing this will extract the most flavor and aroma from the tea so that you can actually see and smell it's freshness!
Next add just one more small amount of hot water after the initial pouring of water to allow the water to completely fill your cup. Swirl the cup gently to allow the leaves the opportunity to entirely unfurl and stretch, and pay attention to the grace of the leaves dancing and unwinding in your cup!
During the first brewing of a Dragon Well tea, you should steep the leaves in hot water for approximately 2 to 3 minutes for the first steeping. The first brew is exceptional and the brewed liquor is fresh, brightly green with a hint of gold. The aroma is intoxicating and has a delicate mellow fragrance with just the slightest hints of a grassy undertone. Dragon Well is an extremely relaxing, delicious and simple treat.
HELPFUL HINT:
High quality fine Dragon Well green tea can be re-brewed many times. Each subsequent brewing of the Dragon Well green tea leaves will change the flavor and aroma profile slightly so that you will notice slight flavor and aroma nuances which change just a bit with each brewing, so that you can appreciate the many layers and aspects of the Dragon Well tea.
While serving Dragon Well green tea in China, we pour the Dragon Well green tea into what is called a "fair cup", then we pour the tea in equal portions into each guest's cup to represent that all who are present and drinking the tea are equally respected as well as to reduce brewing time.
Preparing Dragon Well Green Tea at Home
Ready Your Teapot and Teacups
The instructions above are the traditional way of brewing and preparing Longjing tea in China. However, you may also prepare Dragon Well tea in your own home with fewer steps and formality.
Step 1. Place the dry Dragon Well green tea leaves into your teapot, adding approximately 3-4 teaspoons of tea per 20-25 ounces of hot water.
Step 2. Pour 20 to 25 oz of hot water (ideally around 176�F) into the glass (the glass shown in the photo can hold up to 35 oz). Again, I recommend a glass which is transparent so that you can truly appreciate the beauty of the Dragon Well tea swirling and dancing in the hot water. This is a relaxing and inspiring way to enjoy and appreciate your teas to the fullest!
Step 3. Steep the Dragon Well tea leaves in the hot water for approximately 3 or 4 minutes before serving the brewed tea and savoring it!
Helpful Brewing Tips:
Ideal Brewing Temperature of Dragon Well Green Tea:
Because Dragon Well green tea is a very tender tea which is only very lightly fermented, do not use boiling water, as boiling water is unsuitable and would burn or "shock" the tea leaves, producing a bitter and undrinkable liquor. Instead, the best temperature for brewing your Dragon Well green tea is water that is just under the boiling point, right around 85�C or 176�F.
Brewing Time of Dragon Well Green Tea:
You should brew the green tea leaves in your hot water for about 3 or 4 minutes. Each time you re-brew the same tea leaves, be sure to extend your brewing time by about one minute to gain the most potential flavor and aroma from the brewed leaves. Each re-brewing will produce a cup with a slightly different character!
Choosing the Best Water to Brew Tea:
The ideal choice for brewing your Dragon Well green tea - or any tea for that matter - is fresh spring water. This reduces impurities and allows you to experience the best flavor and aroma from your tea. If you do not have fresh spring water, use mineral water or purified water. Never use plain tap water to brew your tea if you can help it, as tap water is full of impurities and chemicals which can easily add undesirable flavors and smells to the tea.
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Friday, December 2, 2011
Organic Tea Health Benefits You Should Know About
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Dave_K._Richards]Dave K. Richards
Organic tea has today begun to replace tea grown under different conditions. Fears such as GMO and the use of chemical fertilizers are the driving forces behind the move for healthier food sources. As such, the process of growing organic tea is free of chemicals, any form of additives like synthetic hormones or genetic modifications that are usually aimed at making the crop stronger. As can be seen, everything possible is done to attempt preserve the ecology where the crop comes from.
In this day where genetically modified foods (GMOs) are the order of the day and artificial additives added of everything from sauces to the foods themselves, it is often hard to find anyone with an idea of what the original taste of natural tea is like. Organic tea, due to the attempts made during its cultivation to ensure that it grew under as natural means as possible with the minimum interference from man, is the closest to being original as one can get.
The same flavor, fragrance and aroma that our fore fathers - most probably mothers though - millennia ago detected, adored and craved can still be had. The need to have organic tea lies not just in the fact that it simply tastes better than other types of tea grown under different condition, but that the nutrients and health benefits come to us pure and free of negative side effects.
Organic tea is not only preferable because of taste or originality. During cultivation, the application of copious amounts of fertilizers, chemicals and antibiotics tend to transform the ecology negatively. While the case can be made that it is being done for the greater good, this simply does not wash when the end result is a product that is not only different from expectations but harms the ecology itself.
Throw in the fact that cultivation of organic foods is as safe as plucking flowers in your own garden and the case is made. Simply put, organic tea not only offers what was originally sought after by tea drinkers but also does no harm to you or the environment.
When introduced to the concept of clean and safe tea, one wonders whether they can trust the producers when they make claims of being capable of producing real organic foodstuffs. The Organic Food Production Act was passed in 1990 to ensure that certain standards are followed by any claiming to produce organic foods including organic tea. Under a different agency, measures have been put in place to ensure that imports too measure up to US specifications.
In short, when the packaging guarantees 100% will contain only ingredients that are organically produced from organic sources or there will be hell to pay. The downside of organic tea is the cost of cultivating it and subsequently the cost of buying. Maintaining such pristine environmental conditions for the growth of organic tea is costly and hard by itself to do.
When one remembers that cash crop farmers still have to consider financial considerations despite ant feeling to the contrary, one understands the need for such seemingly exorbitant pricing. In the end, when one realizes that quantity is no substitute for quality, then they understand that organic tea is the way to proceed.
Dave Richards is a tea expert. For more great tips on [http://teahealthtips.com/organic-tea/]organic tea health benefits, visit [http://teahealthtips.com]http://teahealthtips.com.
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Organic tea has today begun to replace tea grown under different conditions. Fears such as GMO and the use of chemical fertilizers are the driving forces behind the move for healthier food sources. As such, the process of growing organic tea is free of chemicals, any form of additives like synthetic hormones or genetic modifications that are usually aimed at making the crop stronger. As can be seen, everything possible is done to attempt preserve the ecology where the crop comes from.
In this day where genetically modified foods (GMOs) are the order of the day and artificial additives added of everything from sauces to the foods themselves, it is often hard to find anyone with an idea of what the original taste of natural tea is like. Organic tea, due to the attempts made during its cultivation to ensure that it grew under as natural means as possible with the minimum interference from man, is the closest to being original as one can get.
The same flavor, fragrance and aroma that our fore fathers - most probably mothers though - millennia ago detected, adored and craved can still be had. The need to have organic tea lies not just in the fact that it simply tastes better than other types of tea grown under different condition, but that the nutrients and health benefits come to us pure and free of negative side effects.
Organic tea is not only preferable because of taste or originality. During cultivation, the application of copious amounts of fertilizers, chemicals and antibiotics tend to transform the ecology negatively. While the case can be made that it is being done for the greater good, this simply does not wash when the end result is a product that is not only different from expectations but harms the ecology itself.
Throw in the fact that cultivation of organic foods is as safe as plucking flowers in your own garden and the case is made. Simply put, organic tea not only offers what was originally sought after by tea drinkers but also does no harm to you or the environment.
When introduced to the concept of clean and safe tea, one wonders whether they can trust the producers when they make claims of being capable of producing real organic foodstuffs. The Organic Food Production Act was passed in 1990 to ensure that certain standards are followed by any claiming to produce organic foods including organic tea. Under a different agency, measures have been put in place to ensure that imports too measure up to US specifications.
In short, when the packaging guarantees 100% will contain only ingredients that are organically produced from organic sources or there will be hell to pay. The downside of organic tea is the cost of cultivating it and subsequently the cost of buying. Maintaining such pristine environmental conditions for the growth of organic tea is costly and hard by itself to do.
When one remembers that cash crop farmers still have to consider financial considerations despite ant feeling to the contrary, one understands the need for such seemingly exorbitant pricing. In the end, when one realizes that quantity is no substitute for quality, then they understand that organic tea is the way to proceed.
Dave Richards is a tea expert. For more great tips on [http://teahealthtips.com/organic-tea/]organic tea health benefits, visit [http://teahealthtips.com]http://teahealthtips.com.
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Wednesday, November 30, 2011
Some Interesting Facts About Iced Tea
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Dave_K._Richards]Dave K. Richards
Making its debut appearance in the 1800's, iced tea has come to capture the minds of both the young and old in society. In its rawest and simplest form, it comes as a cold cup of tea that has been served with an accompanying glass of ice.
This conception was realized decades ago but, like with all good things, innovation did not stop there, not for something as lovely as tea. Nowadays, not only is iced tea sold in form of a packaged drink but it can also be mixed with other flavors such as lemon, lime, raspberry and other substances to give it a desirable taste. These can take the form of garnish or be immersed to as to seep their own flavors thus add to the texture of the tea itself.
Iced tea almost did not make it in the American market due to its foreign origins, but the efforts of one entrepreneur made this beverage take the front as the world's most consumed substance after water alone. By adding ice to his tea so as to entice people to purchase his wares on a hot afternoon, he introduced a product that has gripped millions of people the world over. I am quite sure that had he been in the proper presence of mind he would have tried to obtain a patent for the idea!
With tea aficionados, the beauty of the drink lies in the flavor and taste and there are fears that the added ice might dilute the taste as well as produce that unlovely cloudy appearance. How do I then get to both have my cake and eat it? There are tea blends especially prepared for the making of iced tea in such a way that it has less tannin so gets less cloudy. You have no need to take such drastic steps however. The cloudiness in no way affects the taste and to counter the dilution effect one simply needs to make the tea a little bit stronger; a little bit mark you!
Preparing iced tea has evolved and different forms for its brewing have been discovered a testament to the love of tea. Basically, for the best effects and full enjoyment, one needs only brew the tea as usual, letting it cool, adding ice and voila, instant iced tea is made. A little lemon juice or boiling water added can remove the cloudy cover and as you already made the tea brew a little extra strong-a little mark you-, the taste and experience will be the same as usual. If anything, the added time spent trying to find the proper combination of additives could make for an enjoyable experience.
As stated earlier, iced tea can be home-made or store bought. With literally dozens of flavors and recipes being abound, one could simply take a step into their local tea den and be torn apart, being spoilt for choice. Peach, chai, lemon, citrus, chamomile, raspberry and black currant are just among the few recipes abound for those without the time to make their own.
Companies that manufacture and market bottled or iced tea include Arizona Beverage, Lipton, Snapple, Nestea and several others. Iced tea might not have much in the way of energy boosting to offer but the other advantages to be had are too numerous to speak of. Brew you own, buy a cup or purchase a bottle of it, iced tea will offer you all and much more in the way of safe and pleasurable drink.
Dave Richards is a tea expert. For more great tips on [http://teahealthtips.com/iced-tea/]iced tea health benefits, visit [http://teahealthtips.com]http://teahealthtips.com.
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Making its debut appearance in the 1800's, iced tea has come to capture the minds of both the young and old in society. In its rawest and simplest form, it comes as a cold cup of tea that has been served with an accompanying glass of ice.
This conception was realized decades ago but, like with all good things, innovation did not stop there, not for something as lovely as tea. Nowadays, not only is iced tea sold in form of a packaged drink but it can also be mixed with other flavors such as lemon, lime, raspberry and other substances to give it a desirable taste. These can take the form of garnish or be immersed to as to seep their own flavors thus add to the texture of the tea itself.
Iced tea almost did not make it in the American market due to its foreign origins, but the efforts of one entrepreneur made this beverage take the front as the world's most consumed substance after water alone. By adding ice to his tea so as to entice people to purchase his wares on a hot afternoon, he introduced a product that has gripped millions of people the world over. I am quite sure that had he been in the proper presence of mind he would have tried to obtain a patent for the idea!
With tea aficionados, the beauty of the drink lies in the flavor and taste and there are fears that the added ice might dilute the taste as well as produce that unlovely cloudy appearance. How do I then get to both have my cake and eat it? There are tea blends especially prepared for the making of iced tea in such a way that it has less tannin so gets less cloudy. You have no need to take such drastic steps however. The cloudiness in no way affects the taste and to counter the dilution effect one simply needs to make the tea a little bit stronger; a little bit mark you!
Preparing iced tea has evolved and different forms for its brewing have been discovered a testament to the love of tea. Basically, for the best effects and full enjoyment, one needs only brew the tea as usual, letting it cool, adding ice and voila, instant iced tea is made. A little lemon juice or boiling water added can remove the cloudy cover and as you already made the tea brew a little extra strong-a little mark you-, the taste and experience will be the same as usual. If anything, the added time spent trying to find the proper combination of additives could make for an enjoyable experience.
As stated earlier, iced tea can be home-made or store bought. With literally dozens of flavors and recipes being abound, one could simply take a step into their local tea den and be torn apart, being spoilt for choice. Peach, chai, lemon, citrus, chamomile, raspberry and black currant are just among the few recipes abound for those without the time to make their own.
Companies that manufacture and market bottled or iced tea include Arizona Beverage, Lipton, Snapple, Nestea and several others. Iced tea might not have much in the way of energy boosting to offer but the other advantages to be had are too numerous to speak of. Brew you own, buy a cup or purchase a bottle of it, iced tea will offer you all and much more in the way of safe and pleasurable drink.
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Monday, November 28, 2011
Earl Grey (Earl Gray) Tea - Origins
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Chris_Hartpence]Chris Hartpence
Like any timeless classic, the origins of Earl Grey Tea (sometimes incorrectly spelled as Earl Gray Tea) are shrouded in mystery. The blend was named for the Second Earl Grey, who was a British Prime Minister in the 1830's.
According to some stories, the blend was presented to him by a Chinese Mandarin whose son was saved from drowning by one of Lord Grey's men. Other accounts have the tea arriving as a gift given to one of Lord Grey's envoys, while he was traveling in China, with orders to deliver it to his Lord upon his return to England.
Yet another account holds that the original recipe was given to George Charlton by Earl Grey himself. Mr. Charlton was a partner in Jackson & Co., and Jackson of Piccadilly claims that the recipe has been in constant production since, and has never left their hands.
To add an additional twist to the myth of how the tea came to be, the Grey family themselves reports that the blend was created by a Chinese Mandarin for them, specifically to suit the water at Howick Hall in Northumberland (which is the Grey Family Seat). Bergamot was chosen in particular to help offset the high lime content in the local water supply in that area, and the blend first gained prominence because Lady Grey used it for entertaining in London, and was eventually asked if it could be sold to a broader market.
In order to facilitate this, a company called Twinings was given the recipe, and marketed it from that point on as 'Earl Grey Tea.' (note that although many websites, and even a fair number of printed materials list it as 'Earl Gray Tea' there is no brand bearing that particular spelling. This is mostly a function of slight differences between the Queen's English and American English).
Whichever of these stories is ultimately correct (and it is possible that all of them contain certain essential truths), one thing that can be fairly said is that Earl Grey Tea, by whatever spelling, is probably the best known of the English teas, at least on the international stage. There have been countless references to it in books, movies, and television series over the years, and its distinctive flavor makes it hard to forget.
Find out what ELSE you may not know about Earl Gray Tea and related blends, by visiting us on our website: http://britishshoppe.net/teas/100-earl-grey-tea-50-bags.html
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Earl-Grey-(Earl-Gray)-Tea---Origins&id=6581943] Earl Grey (Earl Gray) Tea - Origins
Like any timeless classic, the origins of Earl Grey Tea (sometimes incorrectly spelled as Earl Gray Tea) are shrouded in mystery. The blend was named for the Second Earl Grey, who was a British Prime Minister in the 1830's.
According to some stories, the blend was presented to him by a Chinese Mandarin whose son was saved from drowning by one of Lord Grey's men. Other accounts have the tea arriving as a gift given to one of Lord Grey's envoys, while he was traveling in China, with orders to deliver it to his Lord upon his return to England.
Yet another account holds that the original recipe was given to George Charlton by Earl Grey himself. Mr. Charlton was a partner in Jackson & Co., and Jackson of Piccadilly claims that the recipe has been in constant production since, and has never left their hands.
To add an additional twist to the myth of how the tea came to be, the Grey family themselves reports that the blend was created by a Chinese Mandarin for them, specifically to suit the water at Howick Hall in Northumberland (which is the Grey Family Seat). Bergamot was chosen in particular to help offset the high lime content in the local water supply in that area, and the blend first gained prominence because Lady Grey used it for entertaining in London, and was eventually asked if it could be sold to a broader market.
In order to facilitate this, a company called Twinings was given the recipe, and marketed it from that point on as 'Earl Grey Tea.' (note that although many websites, and even a fair number of printed materials list it as 'Earl Gray Tea' there is no brand bearing that particular spelling. This is mostly a function of slight differences between the Queen's English and American English).
Whichever of these stories is ultimately correct (and it is possible that all of them contain certain essential truths), one thing that can be fairly said is that Earl Grey Tea, by whatever spelling, is probably the best known of the English teas, at least on the international stage. There have been countless references to it in books, movies, and television series over the years, and its distinctive flavor makes it hard to forget.
Find out what ELSE you may not know about Earl Gray Tea and related blends, by visiting us on our website: http://britishshoppe.net/teas/100-earl-grey-tea-50-bags.html
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Saturday, November 26, 2011
Tea - Health In A Cup
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Idaline_Hall]Idaline Hall
With the exception of water, tea is the most popular beverage in the world--about 20 billion cups of it are drunk each day. Even in the U.S., where coffee has long been the beverage of choice, tea is rapidly gaining ground--for its pleasing taste and its increasingly recognized healing power.
Strictly speaking, tea leaves come from a shrub of the tea family, Camellia sinensis. They develop unique characteristics during processing, degrees of which vary to produce three distinct types of teas--green, black, and oolong.
Green tea is the least processed. The leaves are dried soon after picking, which prevents fermentation. Its delicate flavor makes it a good "stand-alone" tea that's traditionally drunk between meals.
In the U.S., about 90 percent of tea consumed is black tea. The leaves are chopped after picking, so air oxidizes, or ferments, their compounds. The result is a full-bodied, malty flavor.
Oolong tea falls right in the middle. It's slightly fermented, so it's richer than green tea but not as intensely flavored as black.
You may encounter white or yellow tea, made from tender buds instead of the leaves. These delicate, slightly sweet teas are more expensive and may be harder to find.
Both black and green teas contain a variety of active ingredients, including tannins and polyphenols. These powerful antioxidants neutralize the effects of oxygen molecules in the body, which range from wrinkles to tumors. They have been shown to help prevent low density lipoprotein (LDL, or "bad" cholesterol) from sticking to artery walls, decreasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. Harvard researchers found that people who drank a cup of tea a day were less likely to have a heart attack than non-tea drinkers.
Tea also contains chemicals that kill bacteria in the mouth, which could help reduce tooth decay. Green and black teas have very different tastes but nearly the same active ingredients.
Herbal teas are not true teas because their leaves do not come from the Camellia sinensis shrub; however, they are very popular as both a soothing drink and a medicinal option for minor complaints. In fact, many healing teas contain active ingredients that are nearly identical to those in prescription drugs. The advantage to using herbal teas is that they're much less likely than drugs to cause side effects.
Herbal teas are prepared in different ways, depending on the ingredients you're using. Most are made by steeping the dried leaves in hot water, a process called infusion. Teas made by infusion are usually ready in about 3 minutes. When you're making teas with roots, berries, or stems, however, you'll need to use a different process, call decoction. This simply means simmering the ingredients for about 20 minutes in a covered container. The longer cooking time is necessary to extract the active ingredients from the tough, woody fibers.
A cup of tea contains about 50 mg. of caffeine, half the amount in a cup of coffee. Caffeine isn't harmful for most people, but it may cause anxiety and insomnia. Also, caffeine blocks the body's absorption of calcium, which may be a problem when you're trying to get more of this bone-building mineral. The caffeine in tea is absorbed in the body more slowly than that of coffee. Drinking tea instead of coffee is a sensible way to get less caffeine in your diet and more health benefits.
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With the exception of water, tea is the most popular beverage in the world--about 20 billion cups of it are drunk each day. Even in the U.S., where coffee has long been the beverage of choice, tea is rapidly gaining ground--for its pleasing taste and its increasingly recognized healing power.
Strictly speaking, tea leaves come from a shrub of the tea family, Camellia sinensis. They develop unique characteristics during processing, degrees of which vary to produce three distinct types of teas--green, black, and oolong.
Green tea is the least processed. The leaves are dried soon after picking, which prevents fermentation. Its delicate flavor makes it a good "stand-alone" tea that's traditionally drunk between meals.
In the U.S., about 90 percent of tea consumed is black tea. The leaves are chopped after picking, so air oxidizes, or ferments, their compounds. The result is a full-bodied, malty flavor.
Oolong tea falls right in the middle. It's slightly fermented, so it's richer than green tea but not as intensely flavored as black.
You may encounter white or yellow tea, made from tender buds instead of the leaves. These delicate, slightly sweet teas are more expensive and may be harder to find.
Both black and green teas contain a variety of active ingredients, including tannins and polyphenols. These powerful antioxidants neutralize the effects of oxygen molecules in the body, which range from wrinkles to tumors. They have been shown to help prevent low density lipoprotein (LDL, or "bad" cholesterol) from sticking to artery walls, decreasing the risk of heart disease and stroke. Harvard researchers found that people who drank a cup of tea a day were less likely to have a heart attack than non-tea drinkers.
Tea also contains chemicals that kill bacteria in the mouth, which could help reduce tooth decay. Green and black teas have very different tastes but nearly the same active ingredients.
Herbal teas are not true teas because their leaves do not come from the Camellia sinensis shrub; however, they are very popular as both a soothing drink and a medicinal option for minor complaints. In fact, many healing teas contain active ingredients that are nearly identical to those in prescription drugs. The advantage to using herbal teas is that they're much less likely than drugs to cause side effects.
Herbal teas are prepared in different ways, depending on the ingredients you're using. Most are made by steeping the dried leaves in hot water, a process called infusion. Teas made by infusion are usually ready in about 3 minutes. When you're making teas with roots, berries, or stems, however, you'll need to use a different process, call decoction. This simply means simmering the ingredients for about 20 minutes in a covered container. The longer cooking time is necessary to extract the active ingredients from the tough, woody fibers.
A cup of tea contains about 50 mg. of caffeine, half the amount in a cup of coffee. Caffeine isn't harmful for most people, but it may cause anxiety and insomnia. Also, caffeine blocks the body's absorption of calcium, which may be a problem when you're trying to get more of this bone-building mineral. The caffeine in tea is absorbed in the body more slowly than that of coffee. Drinking tea instead of coffee is a sensible way to get less caffeine in your diet and more health benefits.
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Thursday, November 24, 2011
The British Are Coming!
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Chris_Hartpence]Chris Hartpence
If you're looking for a unique gift idea to give a friend, family member, or loved one, may I recommend tea? If you live in Europe, then odds are good (or at least, significantly better) that you drink tea at least somewhat regularly, but if you live in the States, you're in a distinct minority if you do.
Regionally, iced tea has a pretty solid stronghold in the American south, but even there, mostly what you get is some variety of orange pekoe, but this is just the tip of the proverbial iceberg, and there are a number of excellent tea blends from Europe that offer a variety of delights to the taste buds.
For the most part, if the person you're considering buying for enjoys a good cup of coffee, you can be fairly well assured they'd enjoy sampling from a variety of teas too. Often, you can find gift baskets or collections of assorted sampler packs that will offer a wide variety of teas for reasonable cost. The upshot to this approach as a gift is that for little money, you will be able to expose your coffee or tea aficionado to a good variety of flavors, and who knows? Your gift might open the door to a new love affair with teas!
Most often, such assortments or sampler packs are thematically arranged. One might feature teas exclusive to the orient, while another might be slanted toward a selection of Irish breakfast teas, or well known blends from around the world, such as Earl Grey tea.
As you are browsing through the possibilities, one thing you'll note is that the British and their near neighbors, while not having a monopoly on the industry, have, in fact, produced a staggering number of blends, and having sampled many, if not most of these, I can tell you that if you haven't tried them, you are missing out! Treat yourself or someone you know to a sampler pack of various teas from around the world. You will be glad you did!
Find out what ELSE you may not know about Earl Grey Tea and related blends, by visiting us on our website: http://britishshoppe.net/teas/100-earl-grey-tea-50-bags.html
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?The-British-Are-Coming!&id=6583328] The British Are Coming!
If you're looking for a unique gift idea to give a friend, family member, or loved one, may I recommend tea? If you live in Europe, then odds are good (or at least, significantly better) that you drink tea at least somewhat regularly, but if you live in the States, you're in a distinct minority if you do.
Regionally, iced tea has a pretty solid stronghold in the American south, but even there, mostly what you get is some variety of orange pekoe, but this is just the tip of the proverbial iceberg, and there are a number of excellent tea blends from Europe that offer a variety of delights to the taste buds.
For the most part, if the person you're considering buying for enjoys a good cup of coffee, you can be fairly well assured they'd enjoy sampling from a variety of teas too. Often, you can find gift baskets or collections of assorted sampler packs that will offer a wide variety of teas for reasonable cost. The upshot to this approach as a gift is that for little money, you will be able to expose your coffee or tea aficionado to a good variety of flavors, and who knows? Your gift might open the door to a new love affair with teas!
Most often, such assortments or sampler packs are thematically arranged. One might feature teas exclusive to the orient, while another might be slanted toward a selection of Irish breakfast teas, or well known blends from around the world, such as Earl Grey tea.
As you are browsing through the possibilities, one thing you'll note is that the British and their near neighbors, while not having a monopoly on the industry, have, in fact, produced a staggering number of blends, and having sampled many, if not most of these, I can tell you that if you haven't tried them, you are missing out! Treat yourself or someone you know to a sampler pack of various teas from around the world. You will be glad you did!
Find out what ELSE you may not know about Earl Grey Tea and related blends, by visiting us on our website: http://britishshoppe.net/teas/100-earl-grey-tea-50-bags.html
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Tuesday, November 22, 2011
Green Tea Benefits - Prostate Cancer and EGCG
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=William_B_Harrison]William B Harrison
Prostate cancer is a growing problem everywhere, most particularly for men living in the developed world. In the United States, approximately one in six men well be diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point in their life, and about one in every thirty-six men will die from it, making it the second leading cause of cancer related death amongst American men. And, as the population ages, it becomes an even greater threat as 80 percent of men 80 years old or older have cancer cells in their prostate. The momentum behind green tea as part of a lifestyle that promotes longevity and aids in disease prevention and management has been picking up very quickly recently, but what hard scientific data exists to suggest that it might stay the scourge of prostate cancer?
Tea, all of it, comes from more or less the same plant. The differences between green tea, black tea, oolong, white tea, or puerh are the mostly the result of growing conditions, processing, as well as the age and origin of the actual plant (from a clone, specific cultivar, etc.). This is of important because the process of making oolong or black tea involves oxidation by bruising, cutting or otherwise compromising the leaves and exposing the oxidative enzymes inside to the air outside, thus the rusty colour and distinctive flavour profiles, but it also has a serious effect on the chemical components of the end product, i.e. what ends up in your cup.
Green tea and white tea varieties are of particular interest when considering potential health benefits, due to green tea's high concentration of the extremely powerful polyphenol, Epigallocatechin Gallate, or EGCG. A mind numbing number of clinical and laboratory studies have been done on EGCG and its effects on human prostate cancer, and produced some VERY encouraging data.
One of the most commonly touted research findings was published in Cancer Letters in 1998 and showed EGCG's ability to induce cell cycle arrest and apoptosis, or programmed cell death, in human prostate carcinoma cells. Many studies have followed that, confirming the results and more closely examining the mechanisms by which it is achieved.
A one year proof of principle study by the Sezione Di Biochimica at the Universita di Parma in Parma, Italy produced some very exciting results. A group of 60 volunteers with high-grade intraepithelial neoplasia, which is basically a microscopic lesion in the prostate which leads to the development of prostate cancer in 30% of cases, were treated in a double-blind placebo controlled study using 600 mg daily of a green tea catechin extract consisting mostly (51.88%) of EGCG. One year after the first biopsy (when no cancers were present), 9 cancers were found in the 30 participants who had received the placebo(go figure, 30%), while only 1 cancer was found in the group of thirty participants who received the Green Tea Catechins, which is down to about 3.3%!
These are only two examples of hard scientific data suggesting that green tea has some serious potential in the fight against cancer, but they are hardly enough to convince the energetic skeptic. So why stop here? Put the kettle on and get comfortable for some more reading! Knowledge is power and tea is medicine, take all you can get!
For more information on Tea and great deals on Premium High Mountain Tea, direct from source, you can visit William Harrison at his [http://blog.maemawktea.com]blog
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Prostate cancer is a growing problem everywhere, most particularly for men living in the developed world. In the United States, approximately one in six men well be diagnosed with prostate cancer at some point in their life, and about one in every thirty-six men will die from it, making it the second leading cause of cancer related death amongst American men. And, as the population ages, it becomes an even greater threat as 80 percent of men 80 years old or older have cancer cells in their prostate. The momentum behind green tea as part of a lifestyle that promotes longevity and aids in disease prevention and management has been picking up very quickly recently, but what hard scientific data exists to suggest that it might stay the scourge of prostate cancer?
Tea, all of it, comes from more or less the same plant. The differences between green tea, black tea, oolong, white tea, or puerh are the mostly the result of growing conditions, processing, as well as the age and origin of the actual plant (from a clone, specific cultivar, etc.). This is of important because the process of making oolong or black tea involves oxidation by bruising, cutting or otherwise compromising the leaves and exposing the oxidative enzymes inside to the air outside, thus the rusty colour and distinctive flavour profiles, but it also has a serious effect on the chemical components of the end product, i.e. what ends up in your cup.
Green tea and white tea varieties are of particular interest when considering potential health benefits, due to green tea's high concentration of the extremely powerful polyphenol, Epigallocatechin Gallate, or EGCG. A mind numbing number of clinical and laboratory studies have been done on EGCG and its effects on human prostate cancer, and produced some VERY encouraging data.
One of the most commonly touted research findings was published in Cancer Letters in 1998 and showed EGCG's ability to induce cell cycle arrest and apoptosis, or programmed cell death, in human prostate carcinoma cells. Many studies have followed that, confirming the results and more closely examining the mechanisms by which it is achieved.
A one year proof of principle study by the Sezione Di Biochimica at the Universita di Parma in Parma, Italy produced some very exciting results. A group of 60 volunteers with high-grade intraepithelial neoplasia, which is basically a microscopic lesion in the prostate which leads to the development of prostate cancer in 30% of cases, were treated in a double-blind placebo controlled study using 600 mg daily of a green tea catechin extract consisting mostly (51.88%) of EGCG. One year after the first biopsy (when no cancers were present), 9 cancers were found in the 30 participants who had received the placebo(go figure, 30%), while only 1 cancer was found in the group of thirty participants who received the Green Tea Catechins, which is down to about 3.3%!
These are only two examples of hard scientific data suggesting that green tea has some serious potential in the fight against cancer, but they are hardly enough to convince the energetic skeptic. So why stop here? Put the kettle on and get comfortable for some more reading! Knowledge is power and tea is medicine, take all you can get!
For more information on Tea and great deals on Premium High Mountain Tea, direct from source, you can visit William Harrison at his [http://blog.maemawktea.com]blog
Or on [http://www.facebook.com/MaeMawkTea]Facebook
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Sunday, November 20, 2011
Can Coffee Makers Be Used to Make Tea?
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Joyce_Kaaland]Joyce Kaaland
Can coffee makers be used to make tea is almost an odd question. Tea has been made in them for some time and different brands advertise that you can make it in them. What kind of coffee makers can be used and are used to make tea best is the better question.
One cup simple pour-over drip makers often advertise they can make tea. They even offer directions such as in a clean coffee maker, put in a filter and place your loose leaves for one cup or a bag on the filter in the filter basket. Run one cup to one and a half cups of water through the it. To clean the it, discard tea bag and filter, then wash filter basket and the brewed tea container be it a mug or small decanter.
A second question about making tea in a coffee maker is why. There are a number of reasons. One reason has already been answered; it is quick and easy to use one. Another reason is it more economical than boiling water on a stove top kettle. And if you are making just one cup of tea, it is more economical than an electric kettle. For the same length of run time a coffee maker uses 800 watts, while the average amount of watts for an electric kettle is 1200 watts. Tea drinkers who also drink coffee point out the convenience of using one because it is always out on the counter and ready to use for either coffee or tea all the time.
Not only regular tea, but iced tea can be made in a coffee maker. The three methods include using iced tea concentrate, loose tea or using tea bags. Iced tea from concentrate usually comes in three different concentrate levels such as 5 parts liquid to 1 part concentrate, 10 parts liquid to 1 part concentrate or 7 parts to 1 part concentrate. These concentrates come in a wide variety of teas among them are oolong, herbal, chai and green tea as well as a number of fruit flavored ones. To make iced tea with a one cup maker, put the concentrate in the container for the amount of iced tea you want to make. Run the maker for hot water to fill the cup or mug halfway. Add ice cubes and stir to desired strength of iced tea you like. Note: one cup coffee makers make various amounts. Check the amount of hot water the coffee maker makes before brewing.
Some brands actually name their product as a coffee tea and hot chocolate maker. Others state the coffee maker has 4 brewing modes: regular, flavor plus for bold coffee, 1 to 4 cups, and iced coffee or iced tea while another is called a combo brewer for coffee and tea making. Yet, another is called a cold drip coffee and tea maker. Exact recipes for them come with most coffee makers that offer iced tea whether it is for loose tea or bags. If you want a sweetener or milk, be sure it in your container first and then make sure you have enough ice ready to stir into the container. These makers that make iced tea can be from a one cup to a 12 cup and can be a simple pour over model or a programmable digital one.
To answer the question, can rel=nofollow [http://www.coffeemakersshop.com/product/TFC326_TOASTESS-Black-Coffee-Tea-&-Hot-Chocolate-Maker-1-Cup-with-Mug]coffee makers be used to make tea? Absolutely! Not only can they make hot tea a number of ways, but they can also make iced tea good enough for a tea connoisseur.
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Can coffee makers be used to make tea is almost an odd question. Tea has been made in them for some time and different brands advertise that you can make it in them. What kind of coffee makers can be used and are used to make tea best is the better question.
One cup simple pour-over drip makers often advertise they can make tea. They even offer directions such as in a clean coffee maker, put in a filter and place your loose leaves for one cup or a bag on the filter in the filter basket. Run one cup to one and a half cups of water through the it. To clean the it, discard tea bag and filter, then wash filter basket and the brewed tea container be it a mug or small decanter.
A second question about making tea in a coffee maker is why. There are a number of reasons. One reason has already been answered; it is quick and easy to use one. Another reason is it more economical than boiling water on a stove top kettle. And if you are making just one cup of tea, it is more economical than an electric kettle. For the same length of run time a coffee maker uses 800 watts, while the average amount of watts for an electric kettle is 1200 watts. Tea drinkers who also drink coffee point out the convenience of using one because it is always out on the counter and ready to use for either coffee or tea all the time.
Not only regular tea, but iced tea can be made in a coffee maker. The three methods include using iced tea concentrate, loose tea or using tea bags. Iced tea from concentrate usually comes in three different concentrate levels such as 5 parts liquid to 1 part concentrate, 10 parts liquid to 1 part concentrate or 7 parts to 1 part concentrate. These concentrates come in a wide variety of teas among them are oolong, herbal, chai and green tea as well as a number of fruit flavored ones. To make iced tea with a one cup maker, put the concentrate in the container for the amount of iced tea you want to make. Run the maker for hot water to fill the cup or mug halfway. Add ice cubes and stir to desired strength of iced tea you like. Note: one cup coffee makers make various amounts. Check the amount of hot water the coffee maker makes before brewing.
Some brands actually name their product as a coffee tea and hot chocolate maker. Others state the coffee maker has 4 brewing modes: regular, flavor plus for bold coffee, 1 to 4 cups, and iced coffee or iced tea while another is called a combo brewer for coffee and tea making. Yet, another is called a cold drip coffee and tea maker. Exact recipes for them come with most coffee makers that offer iced tea whether it is for loose tea or bags. If you want a sweetener or milk, be sure it in your container first and then make sure you have enough ice ready to stir into the container. These makers that make iced tea can be from a one cup to a 12 cup and can be a simple pour over model or a programmable digital one.
To answer the question, can rel=nofollow [http://www.coffeemakersshop.com/product/TFC326_TOASTESS-Black-Coffee-Tea-&-Hot-Chocolate-Maker-1-Cup-with-Mug]coffee makers be used to make tea? Absolutely! Not only can they make hot tea a number of ways, but they can also make iced tea good enough for a tea connoisseur.
CoffeeMakersShop.com offers household coffee making products, electric tea kettles and accessories as well as commercial coffee making equipment from Grindmaster-Cecilware and Bunn along with all there accessories and options. Check us out at: http://www.coffeemakersshop.com
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Friday, November 18, 2011
Green Tea Benefits - Heart Disease and Stroke
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=William_B_Harrison]William B Harrison
Green tea is increasingly becoming associated with its health promoting properties, but what can it do it to combat heart disease and strok? Let's look over some of the research being done into the antioxidants and other things found in tea and their use in combating various types of heart disease.
In the United States, Heart disease is the leading cause of death. According to the American Heart Association Statistics Committee, roughly 785,000 Americans had their first coronary attack last year in 2010, and something in the neighborhood of 470,000 had a recurrent attack; nearly one heart attack in the U.S.A. every 25 seconds, and one death every minute.
Scary stuff. So what can tea, be it green, black, white or oolong, do to help? Quite a bit actually
� Cholesterol- Tea has been found to have a number of effects on cholesterol levels in the body. Green tea and white tea, having the most of the catechin EGCG (epi gallo catechin gallate), have been shown to be the most effective. Japanese research indicates that green tea reduces the levels of bad LDL in the blood stream and can actually reduce the risk of heart disease by 36%. Early research shows that the polyphenols in green and white tea can block the intestinal absorption of cholesterol and excrete it from the body. Some animal studies indicate that it might also promote the development of good HDL cholesterol.
� Green tea has also been found to reduce the activity of platelets, which are the agents of the blood that facilitate clotting. This is significant in preventing and managing heart disease and various forms of stroke, as blood that isn't too thick or "sticky" is less likely to clot up and block an artery
� Anti inflammatory- The anti-inflammatory properties of EGCG can be of huge benefit to any healthy dietary regimen, especially as arterial inflammation is thought to play a key role in the development of heart disease.
� EGCG has been found to inhibit lipid peroxidation, a process of oxidation that is involved with several pathologic conditions, most notably atherosclerosis (or hardening of the arteries). Yay antioxidants.
� EGCG has also been found to help people post cardiac attack and prevent the development of a cardiac arrhythmia. It has been found to inhibit the HERG potassium channels, which play a role in cardiac repolarization and are indicated in the cardiac electrical disorder Long QT syndrome (which causes arrhythmias) and extra cardiac tumors.
This is actually only a small part of the massive body of data that is beginning to pile up on the subject of tea and maintaining a healthy heart and circulatory system, but it is certainly enough to make you ask the question "What could it hurt to drink a little tea from time to time?" If you are healthy now, the answer is nothing. But if you are already on medications for heart disease, you should talk to your doctor as some medications are affected by heavy tea intake. Good luck in finding a diet that works for you, with or without tea, and live well!
For more information on Tea and great deals on Premium High Mountain Tea, direct from source, you can visit William Harrison at his [http://blog.maemawktea.com]blog. Or on [http://www.facebook.com/MaeMawkTea]Facebook
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Green-Tea-Benefits---Heart-Disease-and-Stroke&id=6585816] Green Tea Benefits - Heart Disease and Stroke
Green tea is increasingly becoming associated with its health promoting properties, but what can it do it to combat heart disease and strok? Let's look over some of the research being done into the antioxidants and other things found in tea and their use in combating various types of heart disease.
In the United States, Heart disease is the leading cause of death. According to the American Heart Association Statistics Committee, roughly 785,000 Americans had their first coronary attack last year in 2010, and something in the neighborhood of 470,000 had a recurrent attack; nearly one heart attack in the U.S.A. every 25 seconds, and one death every minute.
Scary stuff. So what can tea, be it green, black, white or oolong, do to help? Quite a bit actually
� Cholesterol- Tea has been found to have a number of effects on cholesterol levels in the body. Green tea and white tea, having the most of the catechin EGCG (epi gallo catechin gallate), have been shown to be the most effective. Japanese research indicates that green tea reduces the levels of bad LDL in the blood stream and can actually reduce the risk of heart disease by 36%. Early research shows that the polyphenols in green and white tea can block the intestinal absorption of cholesterol and excrete it from the body. Some animal studies indicate that it might also promote the development of good HDL cholesterol.
� Green tea has also been found to reduce the activity of platelets, which are the agents of the blood that facilitate clotting. This is significant in preventing and managing heart disease and various forms of stroke, as blood that isn't too thick or "sticky" is less likely to clot up and block an artery
� Anti inflammatory- The anti-inflammatory properties of EGCG can be of huge benefit to any healthy dietary regimen, especially as arterial inflammation is thought to play a key role in the development of heart disease.
� EGCG has been found to inhibit lipid peroxidation, a process of oxidation that is involved with several pathologic conditions, most notably atherosclerosis (or hardening of the arteries). Yay antioxidants.
� EGCG has also been found to help people post cardiac attack and prevent the development of a cardiac arrhythmia. It has been found to inhibit the HERG potassium channels, which play a role in cardiac repolarization and are indicated in the cardiac electrical disorder Long QT syndrome (which causes arrhythmias) and extra cardiac tumors.
This is actually only a small part of the massive body of data that is beginning to pile up on the subject of tea and maintaining a healthy heart and circulatory system, but it is certainly enough to make you ask the question "What could it hurt to drink a little tea from time to time?" If you are healthy now, the answer is nothing. But if you are already on medications for heart disease, you should talk to your doctor as some medications are affected by heavy tea intake. Good luck in finding a diet that works for you, with or without tea, and live well!
For more information on Tea and great deals on Premium High Mountain Tea, direct from source, you can visit William Harrison at his [http://blog.maemawktea.com]blog. Or on [http://www.facebook.com/MaeMawkTea]Facebook
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Green-Tea-Benefits---Heart-Disease-and-Stroke&id=6585816] Green Tea Benefits - Heart Disease and Stroke
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Green Tea Benefits - Cancer Prevention and EGCG
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=William_B_Harrison]William B Harrison
Many population studies would suggest that green tea has properties that protect against the development of various cancers and countries that consume green tea on a very regular and frequent basis, like Japan or Taiwan, tend to have lower cancer rates. But these broad sorts of studies and inferences can't tell us for certain whether green tea helps prevent cancer in humans. They can't even prove whether green tea had all that much to do with it or not. However, a flood of new animal and clinical research that has been conducted over the last decade, coupled with this population based data, can help us paint a more complete picture.
Antioxidant compounds in green tea, particularly EGCG(epi gallocatechin gallate), effect different cancers in different ways, here are some examples of studies conducted on bladder cancer and colon cancer;
� Bladder Cancer-
In an issue of Clinical Cancer Research, published February 15th 2005, researchers showed how green tea could prevent the cancer's becoming invasive by affecting the process of actin remodeling. Actin remodeling plays a major role in cell movement and is regulated by a series of signaling pathways, of particular interest is the Rho pathway. By inducing Rho signaling, green tea made the cancer cells more mature and bound them more closely together. Both the maturity of the cells and this binding inhibit their mobility and by dent of that their invasiveness.
� Colorectal Cancer-
Researchers from the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University published a study in 2003 of a group of mice predisposed to developing intestinal tumors revealing that after 12 weeks of treatment with green tea had developed significantly fewer tumors than those who had received no treatment.(Carcinogenesis, February 2003)
In research reported by Dr. Hang Xiao from the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers University during the Sixth International Conference on Frontiers in Cancer Prevention (sponsored by the American Association for Cancer Research) showed that mice treated with a standardized polyphenol preparation containing mostly EGCG were less than half as likely to develop colon cancer when azoxymethane, a chemical that produces colorectal tumors with many similarities to human colorectal cancer, was introduced into their systems.
"In the control group, 67 percent of rats developed malignant tumors while in the treated group only 27 percent of rats had malignant tumors. Most important, tea polyphenols decreased the number of malignant tumors per rat by 80 percent compared to the control group" said Dr. Xiao in his statement to the conference.
These are two kinds of cancer, with only a few scientific studies to illustrate the efficacy of green tea as a weapon in the fight against them, but the picture these examples start to paint is a very clear and hopeful one. There is a wealth of this research and information on green tea's effect on other sorts of cancers such as prostate cancer, lung cancer, ovarian cancer, bladder cancer, stomach cancer and on and on and on. Knowledge is power and tea is medicine, make sure you have plenty of both and live well!
For more information on Tea and great deals on Premium High Mountain Tea, direct from source, you can visit William Harrison at his [http://blog.maemawktea.com]blog
Or on [http://www.facebook.com/MaeMawkTea]Facebook
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Green-Tea-Benefits---Cancer-Prevention-and-EGCG&id=6585741] Green Tea Benefits - Cancer Prevention and EGCG
Many population studies would suggest that green tea has properties that protect against the development of various cancers and countries that consume green tea on a very regular and frequent basis, like Japan or Taiwan, tend to have lower cancer rates. But these broad sorts of studies and inferences can't tell us for certain whether green tea helps prevent cancer in humans. They can't even prove whether green tea had all that much to do with it or not. However, a flood of new animal and clinical research that has been conducted over the last decade, coupled with this population based data, can help us paint a more complete picture.
Antioxidant compounds in green tea, particularly EGCG(epi gallocatechin gallate), effect different cancers in different ways, here are some examples of studies conducted on bladder cancer and colon cancer;
� Bladder Cancer-
In an issue of Clinical Cancer Research, published February 15th 2005, researchers showed how green tea could prevent the cancer's becoming invasive by affecting the process of actin remodeling. Actin remodeling plays a major role in cell movement and is regulated by a series of signaling pathways, of particular interest is the Rho pathway. By inducing Rho signaling, green tea made the cancer cells more mature and bound them more closely together. Both the maturity of the cells and this binding inhibit their mobility and by dent of that their invasiveness.
� Colorectal Cancer-
Researchers from the Linus Pauling Institute at Oregon State University published a study in 2003 of a group of mice predisposed to developing intestinal tumors revealing that after 12 weeks of treatment with green tea had developed significantly fewer tumors than those who had received no treatment.(Carcinogenesis, February 2003)
In research reported by Dr. Hang Xiao from the Ernest Mario School of Pharmacy at Rutgers University during the Sixth International Conference on Frontiers in Cancer Prevention (sponsored by the American Association for Cancer Research) showed that mice treated with a standardized polyphenol preparation containing mostly EGCG were less than half as likely to develop colon cancer when azoxymethane, a chemical that produces colorectal tumors with many similarities to human colorectal cancer, was introduced into their systems.
"In the control group, 67 percent of rats developed malignant tumors while in the treated group only 27 percent of rats had malignant tumors. Most important, tea polyphenols decreased the number of malignant tumors per rat by 80 percent compared to the control group" said Dr. Xiao in his statement to the conference.
These are two kinds of cancer, with only a few scientific studies to illustrate the efficacy of green tea as a weapon in the fight against them, but the picture these examples start to paint is a very clear and hopeful one. There is a wealth of this research and information on green tea's effect on other sorts of cancers such as prostate cancer, lung cancer, ovarian cancer, bladder cancer, stomach cancer and on and on and on. Knowledge is power and tea is medicine, make sure you have plenty of both and live well!
For more information on Tea and great deals on Premium High Mountain Tea, direct from source, you can visit William Harrison at his [http://blog.maemawktea.com]blog
Or on [http://www.facebook.com/MaeMawkTea]Facebook
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Green-Tea-Benefits---Cancer-Prevention-and-EGCG&id=6585741] Green Tea Benefits - Cancer Prevention and EGCG
Monday, November 14, 2011
3 Ways On How Green Tea Can Help Your Health
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Shad_Davis]Shad Davis
More and more people who have a weight problem start turning to green tea. Obesity is a worldwide concern because of the modern lifestyle: always on the run, always stressed, turning to food for comfort. The lack of physical activities is also one factor that encourages weight gain; and unfortunately, the fatter you are the less you are likely to work out.
Liposuction is one solution to the weight gain problem, but there are secondary effects and risk, as with any major surgery. There is another easier, more natural way to get rid of the fat on your body. The solution is Green Tea! This miracle drink is perfect for burning fats and offers you other benefits as well. Used daily, green tea helps your heath in three ways:
1. Encourages the burning of calories - it accelerates the metabolism and so the body burns more calories for everyday activities. This process is called thermogenesis: your body's heat increases, this raises the metabolism which in turn starts to burn more calories.
2. Lowers the appetite- it is great help if you want to control your appetite. The nutrients in this type of tea send signals to the brain and stomach. This lowers the appetite, which means you get rid of cravings and you can finally stick to your new diet.
3. Increases the energy level - it makes you feel more energetic because it contains caffeine. Don't worry, the caffeine content in green tea is lower than that in coffee and it doesn't have any nasty side effects such as headaches or insomnia. This means you have plenty of energy for your daily activities and then some. You can start practicing a sport or start doing some cardio to lose weight even faster.
These three ways Green Tea acts on your health are everything you need to start losing weight. You increase your metabolism to get your fat burning furnace on, you lower your appetite so as not to stray and give in to temptation, plus you increase your energy and you are able to do more in one day, thus burning even more calories. So you may say green tea is the perfect solution to weight loss.
You can start drinking green tea today because it is all natural, it is great when you want to lose weight and it has effects on many other aspects of your health as well. I'm sure you've already heard that this miracle drink helps prevent many types of cancer, well, that is not all.
Green tea is also good for heart conditions, for the brain, for a series of psychological problems, for your skin and hair, for your teeth and breath and for so much more.
For more information about green tea please visit: [http://www.greenteafrenzy.com]http://www.greenteafrenzy.com. It would really be a shame not to take advantage of the miraculous properties of this amazing drink.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?3-Ways-On-How-Green-Tea-Can-Help-Your-Health&id=6582061] 3 Ways On How Green Tea Can Help Your Health
More and more people who have a weight problem start turning to green tea. Obesity is a worldwide concern because of the modern lifestyle: always on the run, always stressed, turning to food for comfort. The lack of physical activities is also one factor that encourages weight gain; and unfortunately, the fatter you are the less you are likely to work out.
Liposuction is one solution to the weight gain problem, but there are secondary effects and risk, as with any major surgery. There is another easier, more natural way to get rid of the fat on your body. The solution is Green Tea! This miracle drink is perfect for burning fats and offers you other benefits as well. Used daily, green tea helps your heath in three ways:
1. Encourages the burning of calories - it accelerates the metabolism and so the body burns more calories for everyday activities. This process is called thermogenesis: your body's heat increases, this raises the metabolism which in turn starts to burn more calories.
2. Lowers the appetite- it is great help if you want to control your appetite. The nutrients in this type of tea send signals to the brain and stomach. This lowers the appetite, which means you get rid of cravings and you can finally stick to your new diet.
3. Increases the energy level - it makes you feel more energetic because it contains caffeine. Don't worry, the caffeine content in green tea is lower than that in coffee and it doesn't have any nasty side effects such as headaches or insomnia. This means you have plenty of energy for your daily activities and then some. You can start practicing a sport or start doing some cardio to lose weight even faster.
These three ways Green Tea acts on your health are everything you need to start losing weight. You increase your metabolism to get your fat burning furnace on, you lower your appetite so as not to stray and give in to temptation, plus you increase your energy and you are able to do more in one day, thus burning even more calories. So you may say green tea is the perfect solution to weight loss.
You can start drinking green tea today because it is all natural, it is great when you want to lose weight and it has effects on many other aspects of your health as well. I'm sure you've already heard that this miracle drink helps prevent many types of cancer, well, that is not all.
Green tea is also good for heart conditions, for the brain, for a series of psychological problems, for your skin and hair, for your teeth and breath and for so much more.
For more information about green tea please visit: [http://www.greenteafrenzy.com]http://www.greenteafrenzy.com. It would really be a shame not to take advantage of the miraculous properties of this amazing drink.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?3-Ways-On-How-Green-Tea-Can-Help-Your-Health&id=6582061] 3 Ways On How Green Tea Can Help Your Health
Saturday, November 12, 2011
Green Tea - Why It's So Darn Good For You
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Joanna_Al_Sebastian]Joanna Al Sebastian
If you want to be healthy and lose weight, you don't need expensive diets to lose the pounds, the Healthy Green Tea Diet can help you lose weight naturally. You don't need expensive diets to trim your waistline.
Sure there are hundreds of diets available out there. You just have to choose which fits you and your lifestyle. But how do you do that? Lower your fat intake, lower your carbs, count your calories throughout the day. They are all the same.
This is different from the other diets. This is not some fad. This diet has other health benefits aside from helping you succeed in losing weight.
From the name itself, you would probably think that all you really need is to drink a dozen cups of green tea alone. After a couple of days you'll be so sick of it you'll just end up discarding them just like the other diets you have tried before. You need to put some variations on your own green tea. You can also try drinking the capsule version and probably have the same effects. You just have to be more discerning before buying them as some may have side effects.
In any case, the green tea inhibits the creation of insulin that stops the dietary fat. It increases your metabolism similar to what caffeine does. The problem with that is our bodies have become immune to caffeine and a small dosage alone will not have any effect. A recommended intake for the green tea to have its effect is a minimum of 4-5 cups daily.
The healthy green tea and its natural caffeine content have an amazing effect in promoting weight loss. An added benefit also is that it has the most potent anti oxidant (which is believed to be more potent than Vitamins C and E) called the "EGCG". Researchers evaluated how, combined with caffeine, might affect weight loss and more importantly the ability to maintain the weight. According to studies those who took the EGCG/ caffeine during the period of the program continued to lose weight, lose their body fats and increase their metabolism.
The effect is due primarily to its anti-oxidant. What this means to you is that you will definitely lose weight and you can maintain your desired weight.
Thus with this diet, you will have more energy and you can definitely lose weight without exercising. It is of course recommended that you exercise if you want to see a rapid weight loss and better physique.
To discover some of major health benefits of the Healthy Green Tea Diet for weight loss, you can refer to the rel=nofollow GREEN 4 TEA Diet.
Joanna Sebastian is a freelance blogger and a health enthusiast.
To find out more about the GREEN 4 TEA Diet, you can refer to: http://healthygreentea4diet.blogspot.com/
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Green-Tea---Why-Its-So-Darn-Good-For-You&id=6516578] Green Tea - Why It's So Darn Good For You
If you want to be healthy and lose weight, you don't need expensive diets to lose the pounds, the Healthy Green Tea Diet can help you lose weight naturally. You don't need expensive diets to trim your waistline.
Sure there are hundreds of diets available out there. You just have to choose which fits you and your lifestyle. But how do you do that? Lower your fat intake, lower your carbs, count your calories throughout the day. They are all the same.
This is different from the other diets. This is not some fad. This diet has other health benefits aside from helping you succeed in losing weight.
From the name itself, you would probably think that all you really need is to drink a dozen cups of green tea alone. After a couple of days you'll be so sick of it you'll just end up discarding them just like the other diets you have tried before. You need to put some variations on your own green tea. You can also try drinking the capsule version and probably have the same effects. You just have to be more discerning before buying them as some may have side effects.
In any case, the green tea inhibits the creation of insulin that stops the dietary fat. It increases your metabolism similar to what caffeine does. The problem with that is our bodies have become immune to caffeine and a small dosage alone will not have any effect. A recommended intake for the green tea to have its effect is a minimum of 4-5 cups daily.
The healthy green tea and its natural caffeine content have an amazing effect in promoting weight loss. An added benefit also is that it has the most potent anti oxidant (which is believed to be more potent than Vitamins C and E) called the "EGCG". Researchers evaluated how, combined with caffeine, might affect weight loss and more importantly the ability to maintain the weight. According to studies those who took the EGCG/ caffeine during the period of the program continued to lose weight, lose their body fats and increase their metabolism.
The effect is due primarily to its anti-oxidant. What this means to you is that you will definitely lose weight and you can maintain your desired weight.
Thus with this diet, you will have more energy and you can definitely lose weight without exercising. It is of course recommended that you exercise if you want to see a rapid weight loss and better physique.
To discover some of major health benefits of the Healthy Green Tea Diet for weight loss, you can refer to the rel=nofollow GREEN 4 TEA Diet.
Joanna Sebastian is a freelance blogger and a health enthusiast.
To find out more about the GREEN 4 TEA Diet, you can refer to: http://healthygreentea4diet.blogspot.com/
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Green-Tea---Why-Its-So-Darn-Good-For-You&id=6516578] Green Tea - Why It's So Darn Good For You
Thursday, November 10, 2011
How To Choose The Best White Peony (Bai Mu Dan) Tea
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Stella_Yan]Stella Yan
White teas are a type of tea which comes from the Camellia sinensis or tea plant. White teas are very lightly fermented, with little fermentation, producing a light, refreshing mellow liquor which is rich in minerals and anti-oxidants. One popular type is called White Peony Tea, or Bai Mu Dan. White Peony tea is a beautiful white tea which has a very bright colored clear liquor that has no actual Peonies in it, however the aroma has a very light Peony fragrance to it.
It is predominantly produced in the Fujian Province of China, where it is treated with careful, non-intrusive methods of picking, drying and packaging the teas so that they do not break the leaves and their cell structure, so that the beneficial properties of the tea leaves remain intact.
White teas such as Bai Mu Dan have wonderful detoxifying properties as well as being known for helping with stress relief, protecting the body from toxins, helping with toothaches and the prevention of sunstroke, among many other purported health benefits!
While you are brewing your tea, which should be brewed in water that is approximately 75-80 degrees Celsius or 175-180 degrees Fahrenheit, it will unfurl with elegance, showing broad leaves and beautiful white tea buds amongst the water. Because of the aesthetic value of the tea, we recommend using a clear glass cup or teapot to brew your leaves in so that you can experience the full beauty of the White Peony tea.
You should brew your tea for 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you like your white tea. The brewed tea is a gorgeous light apricot color which is clear and bright with no impurities. You will notice that the fragrance is meadow-like with a soft aroma of peonies. The flavor itself is smooth, mellow, relaxing and fresh.
As white teas are becoming more popular worldwide, and especially in the United States, you can now find tea shops easily which carry white tea varieties. White Peony tea is one of the most common varieties of white tea, so you can find it now in many places, however you should know how to select a high quality Bai Mu Dan tea, rather than settling for a lower grade. In the remainder of this article, I will teach you to select a high quality top grade White Peony Tea.
Identifying a High Grade White Peony Bai Mu Dan Tea
When selecting a high grade White Peony tea, you need to consider the two most important aspects of selection. The first aspect is the appearance of the dried tea leaves which is a major indicator of how it was processed, and how it will taste after brewing. The second indicator is the experience of the tea itself. Both of these things will allow you to choose a delicious and incredible Bai Mu Dan.
Appearance of the Dried leaves:
In selecting teas, the first thing you should make note of is the appearance of the leaves, and this is especially true of white teas such as White Peony teas. In general, when you are shopping for a high quality White Peony tea, you should look for leaves which are still tender and small, with lots of buds. Having more buds in your Bai Mu Dan is a definite indication that it is high quality. The buds and backs of the leaves should be covered in fine downy hairs that are in good condition.
The leaves themselves should have a consistent color, and should be smooth to the touch, without any impurities or small particles of dust in the tea. Depending on the White Peony tea you select, you should get a clear color while brewing the tea leaves, though some teas produce a darker coloring than others, making the brewed liquor between a light peach color and a dark apricot color.
Be sure to choose your White Peony tea that has one or two leaf buds attached to tippy smooth tender young leaves that should have very strong, stretched thick tips that have a silver tone to them. Inferior or lower quality White Peony teas have thin leaves with less tips and broken leaves. Stay away from these teas as they will not produce a fine, elegant tea like a higher quality Bai Mu Dan will. White Peony tea is so tender and young that it should be consumed as quickly as possible, since the dried tea leaves will go stale or rancid if stored for a long time. You should drink your teas at their freshest, because the older, more cured dried white tea leaves will produce a vastly inferior and almost undrinkable cup.
The White Peony Tea Experience:
Your experience of your White Peony tea is the most important part of the process in selection of white teas. When we speak of the experience of the tea, we mean experiencing the aroma of the brewed tea, the actual liquor the brewed white tea produces and its flavor, and the appearance of the brewed leaves.
After brewing your selected White Peony tea leaves, the first way to experience your white tea is through smelling the aroma of the brewed leaves. The aroma of a very high quality top grade Bai Mu Dan will be lightly floral, but mellow and soothing.
Also pay attention to the appearance of the brewed tea as well. A high grade will have a bright clear apricot color with no cloudiness or impurities. You will also notice that the darker the liquor produced, the lower the quality of the White Peony tea leaves.
Next taste your brewed White Peony tea to experience its actual flavor. The taste should be smooth, relaxing and mellow with subtle nuances and layers to the flavor that hint of floral undertones and slightly smoky nuances. It should not be bitter or astringent, if it is, you have either improperly brewed your White Peony tea or have selected inferior tea leaves. Inferior teas, or leaves that have been stored too long may produce little to no flavor at all. To assure that your dried tea leaves are the most fresh, look at the dried leaves before brewing and make sure that they are well-proportioned with many buds, and have a light, not a dark color. White tea leaves which are broken, mixed or colored black yellow or look as if they were burnt should not be consumed.
Now that you know what to look for in the perfect cup of Tea, you should always choose the most optimal tea leaves and brew your white tea properly so that you can enjoy a fresh, mellow and sweet cup of tea which is relaxing, healthy and rejuvenating! Please read our article on How to Properly Brew White Peony tea rel=nofollow http://www.teavivre.com/info/guide-to-making-white-peony-tea/ to find more information on the proper brewing of White Peony Bai Mu Dan tea leaves to achieve the perfect cup of tea!
Look at the original article from [http://www.teavivre.com/info/choosing-white-peony-tea/]http://www.teavivre.com/info/choosing-white-peony-tea/.
Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?How-To-Choose-The-Best-White-Peony-(Bai-Mu-Dan)-Tea&id=6587803] How To Choose The Best White Peony (Bai Mu Dan) Tea
White teas are a type of tea which comes from the Camellia sinensis or tea plant. White teas are very lightly fermented, with little fermentation, producing a light, refreshing mellow liquor which is rich in minerals and anti-oxidants. One popular type is called White Peony Tea, or Bai Mu Dan. White Peony tea is a beautiful white tea which has a very bright colored clear liquor that has no actual Peonies in it, however the aroma has a very light Peony fragrance to it.
It is predominantly produced in the Fujian Province of China, where it is treated with careful, non-intrusive methods of picking, drying and packaging the teas so that they do not break the leaves and their cell structure, so that the beneficial properties of the tea leaves remain intact.
White teas such as Bai Mu Dan have wonderful detoxifying properties as well as being known for helping with stress relief, protecting the body from toxins, helping with toothaches and the prevention of sunstroke, among many other purported health benefits!
While you are brewing your tea, which should be brewed in water that is approximately 75-80 degrees Celsius or 175-180 degrees Fahrenheit, it will unfurl with elegance, showing broad leaves and beautiful white tea buds amongst the water. Because of the aesthetic value of the tea, we recommend using a clear glass cup or teapot to brew your leaves in so that you can experience the full beauty of the White Peony tea.
You should brew your tea for 3-5 minutes, depending on how strong you like your white tea. The brewed tea is a gorgeous light apricot color which is clear and bright with no impurities. You will notice that the fragrance is meadow-like with a soft aroma of peonies. The flavor itself is smooth, mellow, relaxing and fresh.
As white teas are becoming more popular worldwide, and especially in the United States, you can now find tea shops easily which carry white tea varieties. White Peony tea is one of the most common varieties of white tea, so you can find it now in many places, however you should know how to select a high quality Bai Mu Dan tea, rather than settling for a lower grade. In the remainder of this article, I will teach you to select a high quality top grade White Peony Tea.
Identifying a High Grade White Peony Bai Mu Dan Tea
When selecting a high grade White Peony tea, you need to consider the two most important aspects of selection. The first aspect is the appearance of the dried tea leaves which is a major indicator of how it was processed, and how it will taste after brewing. The second indicator is the experience of the tea itself. Both of these things will allow you to choose a delicious and incredible Bai Mu Dan.
Appearance of the Dried leaves:
In selecting teas, the first thing you should make note of is the appearance of the leaves, and this is especially true of white teas such as White Peony teas. In general, when you are shopping for a high quality White Peony tea, you should look for leaves which are still tender and small, with lots of buds. Having more buds in your Bai Mu Dan is a definite indication that it is high quality. The buds and backs of the leaves should be covered in fine downy hairs that are in good condition.
The leaves themselves should have a consistent color, and should be smooth to the touch, without any impurities or small particles of dust in the tea. Depending on the White Peony tea you select, you should get a clear color while brewing the tea leaves, though some teas produce a darker coloring than others, making the brewed liquor between a light peach color and a dark apricot color.
Be sure to choose your White Peony tea that has one or two leaf buds attached to tippy smooth tender young leaves that should have very strong, stretched thick tips that have a silver tone to them. Inferior or lower quality White Peony teas have thin leaves with less tips and broken leaves. Stay away from these teas as they will not produce a fine, elegant tea like a higher quality Bai Mu Dan will. White Peony tea is so tender and young that it should be consumed as quickly as possible, since the dried tea leaves will go stale or rancid if stored for a long time. You should drink your teas at their freshest, because the older, more cured dried white tea leaves will produce a vastly inferior and almost undrinkable cup.
The White Peony Tea Experience:
Your experience of your White Peony tea is the most important part of the process in selection of white teas. When we speak of the experience of the tea, we mean experiencing the aroma of the brewed tea, the actual liquor the brewed white tea produces and its flavor, and the appearance of the brewed leaves.
After brewing your selected White Peony tea leaves, the first way to experience your white tea is through smelling the aroma of the brewed leaves. The aroma of a very high quality top grade Bai Mu Dan will be lightly floral, but mellow and soothing.
Also pay attention to the appearance of the brewed tea as well. A high grade will have a bright clear apricot color with no cloudiness or impurities. You will also notice that the darker the liquor produced, the lower the quality of the White Peony tea leaves.
Next taste your brewed White Peony tea to experience its actual flavor. The taste should be smooth, relaxing and mellow with subtle nuances and layers to the flavor that hint of floral undertones and slightly smoky nuances. It should not be bitter or astringent, if it is, you have either improperly brewed your White Peony tea or have selected inferior tea leaves. Inferior teas, or leaves that have been stored too long may produce little to no flavor at all. To assure that your dried tea leaves are the most fresh, look at the dried leaves before brewing and make sure that they are well-proportioned with many buds, and have a light, not a dark color. White tea leaves which are broken, mixed or colored black yellow or look as if they were burnt should not be consumed.
Now that you know what to look for in the perfect cup of Tea, you should always choose the most optimal tea leaves and brew your white tea properly so that you can enjoy a fresh, mellow and sweet cup of tea which is relaxing, healthy and rejuvenating! Please read our article on How to Properly Brew White Peony tea rel=nofollow http://www.teavivre.com/info/guide-to-making-white-peony-tea/ to find more information on the proper brewing of White Peony Bai Mu Dan tea leaves to achieve the perfect cup of tea!
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Tuesday, November 8, 2011
Drink Matcha Green Tea To Lose Weight
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Dmitry_Fedosev]Dmitry Fedosev
Matcha green tea is a special green tea that is made by finely grinding the whole tea leaves. Before grinding, the leaves are made to grow under the shade. This is what sets apart Matcha green tea from any other form of tea. People in Japan love to drink this tea and it is gaining popularity in other countries of the world at a fast pace. The tea not only tastes awesome but also it has got plenty of health benefits. Here are some of them:
Variety of uses
Other drinking as a tea, the Matcha tea powder is used as an ingredient while making confectioneries and also during the process of baking. It is also used in the preparation of lattes and ice-creams.
Boosts your metabolism
People who have poor metabolism are not physically very active and fit. Drinking Matcha tea is a very good way of normalizing and boosting your metabolism. After drinking this tea, your body will be able to burn calories at a faster rate. One of the main reasons is that this tea is very concentrated as compared with the traditional green tea. 1g of Matcha is equivalent to more than 12 cups of regular green tea.
Helps in managing your weight
As mentioned above, Match helps in boosting our metabolism and in turn it helps in managing our weight. It allows you to shed weight by burning calories. All you need to do is replace your regular cup of tea or coffee and then you will be able to shed off your weight quickly by drinking this tea.
Reduces the levels of cholesterol
If the levels of cholesterol is high, you can suffer from various heart diseases. However, some kinds of cholesterol are good for the body. People who are obese are often known to have higher levels of cholesterol. When you drink the Matcha tea, the levels of cholesterol will keep on decreasing and only the levels of good cholesterol will increase.
Gives you relief from stress
Stress is one thing that can bog you down easily. People do so many things to beat stress but do not get desirable results. The content of L-Theanine is high in the Matcha tea. It helps you beat stress in the most natural way. Even in stressful conditions, you will remain calm. Some people tend to eat to more and gain weight during stressing situations. By drinking white tea, you can ensure that you do not gain weight because of stress.
Finding Match green tea powder is not that easy as compared to regular green tea. However, on the web there are many online shops that sell this tea at attractive prices. [http://www.tealux.ca/matcha_green_tea_powder]Matcha tea. Start drinking tea using [http://www.tealux.ca/matcha_green_tea_powder]Matcha green tea powder for lose weight today!
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Matcha green tea is a special green tea that is made by finely grinding the whole tea leaves. Before grinding, the leaves are made to grow under the shade. This is what sets apart Matcha green tea from any other form of tea. People in Japan love to drink this tea and it is gaining popularity in other countries of the world at a fast pace. The tea not only tastes awesome but also it has got plenty of health benefits. Here are some of them:
Variety of uses
Other drinking as a tea, the Matcha tea powder is used as an ingredient while making confectioneries and also during the process of baking. It is also used in the preparation of lattes and ice-creams.
Boosts your metabolism
People who have poor metabolism are not physically very active and fit. Drinking Matcha tea is a very good way of normalizing and boosting your metabolism. After drinking this tea, your body will be able to burn calories at a faster rate. One of the main reasons is that this tea is very concentrated as compared with the traditional green tea. 1g of Matcha is equivalent to more than 12 cups of regular green tea.
Helps in managing your weight
As mentioned above, Match helps in boosting our metabolism and in turn it helps in managing our weight. It allows you to shed weight by burning calories. All you need to do is replace your regular cup of tea or coffee and then you will be able to shed off your weight quickly by drinking this tea.
Reduces the levels of cholesterol
If the levels of cholesterol is high, you can suffer from various heart diseases. However, some kinds of cholesterol are good for the body. People who are obese are often known to have higher levels of cholesterol. When you drink the Matcha tea, the levels of cholesterol will keep on decreasing and only the levels of good cholesterol will increase.
Gives you relief from stress
Stress is one thing that can bog you down easily. People do so many things to beat stress but do not get desirable results. The content of L-Theanine is high in the Matcha tea. It helps you beat stress in the most natural way. Even in stressful conditions, you will remain calm. Some people tend to eat to more and gain weight during stressing situations. By drinking white tea, you can ensure that you do not gain weight because of stress.
Finding Match green tea powder is not that easy as compared to regular green tea. However, on the web there are many online shops that sell this tea at attractive prices. [http://www.tealux.ca/matcha_green_tea_powder]Matcha tea. Start drinking tea using [http://www.tealux.ca/matcha_green_tea_powder]Matcha green tea powder for lose weight today!
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Sunday, November 6, 2011
The Little Known Health Benefits Of Drinking Green Tea
By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Dave_K._Richards]Dave K. Richards
The camellia sinensis leaves are used to make green tea go through minimal stages when being processed. This tea comes from China and it is part of the cultures in the East. It is popular in countries such as South Korea, Japan and the Middle East.
Recently its popularity has spread beyond Asia to other countries in the west where black tea was more popular in the past. There are other countries apart from china that grow and process green tea. The types of tea produced in different countries differ because of different weather conditions, harvesting period as well as the process of production.
One of the main reasons that make green tea very popular in the east and more recently in the west is its medicinal value. Many scientists have been carrying out tests to try and prove the health benefits of this type of tea for over twenty years now. Some of the findings have indicated that people who drink this kind of tea are less susceptible to some types of cancer and heart disease. This tea has also been associated with weight loss. It contains caffeine and polyphenols which cause thermo genesis and oxidation of fat which raises the rate of metabolism without affecting the heart rate.
Tea as a beverage was accidentally discovered in China many years ago. Many parts of Asia use green tea as a beverage and medicine. In countries like Korea, Taiwan, China, Thailand and Japan it has been used as a remedy for problems such as high or low blood sugar, indigestion, wounds and fever. In 1191, a Zen priest called Eisai wrote the Kissa Yojoki or 'the book of tea'.
The book is about the health benefits of tea which include curing hangovers, increasing alertness, helping one relax, getting rid of thirst, increasing urinary function and also acting as a stimulant. The book is in two parts. The first part describes the appearance of the tea plant such as the leaves, the flower, and the shape of the bush.
The second part explains the dosage for the different ailments. Although tea is said to cure many different diseases such as beriberi disease and many others, these claims are not scientifically proven. Some of the claims that are unproven include: prevention of cancer and even in some cases curing some forms of cancer. Green tea has also been said to treat multiple sclerosis. Another claim that is yet to be proven is whether or not it can cause weight loss.
Green tea has caffeine that is equal to a third of the amount found in coffee. This is a fact that many people are unaware of. There are negative effects of taking too much caffeine such as insomnia, nausea and frequent urination. There are varieties that do not contain caffeine and one should always check the package if they wish to take to have the one without caffeine.
One thing that is confusing about the caffeine content in coffee and tea is that tea has more caffeine when dry but after brewing coffee has more caffeine. Besides its medicinal benefits, green tea is a good and refreshing beverage.
Dave Richards is a tea expert. For more great tips on [http://teahealthtips.com/tea-health-benefits]tea health benefits, visit [http://teahealthtips.com]http://teahealthtips.com.
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The camellia sinensis leaves are used to make green tea go through minimal stages when being processed. This tea comes from China and it is part of the cultures in the East. It is popular in countries such as South Korea, Japan and the Middle East.
Recently its popularity has spread beyond Asia to other countries in the west where black tea was more popular in the past. There are other countries apart from china that grow and process green tea. The types of tea produced in different countries differ because of different weather conditions, harvesting period as well as the process of production.
One of the main reasons that make green tea very popular in the east and more recently in the west is its medicinal value. Many scientists have been carrying out tests to try and prove the health benefits of this type of tea for over twenty years now. Some of the findings have indicated that people who drink this kind of tea are less susceptible to some types of cancer and heart disease. This tea has also been associated with weight loss. It contains caffeine and polyphenols which cause thermo genesis and oxidation of fat which raises the rate of metabolism without affecting the heart rate.
Tea as a beverage was accidentally discovered in China many years ago. Many parts of Asia use green tea as a beverage and medicine. In countries like Korea, Taiwan, China, Thailand and Japan it has been used as a remedy for problems such as high or low blood sugar, indigestion, wounds and fever. In 1191, a Zen priest called Eisai wrote the Kissa Yojoki or 'the book of tea'.
The book is about the health benefits of tea which include curing hangovers, increasing alertness, helping one relax, getting rid of thirst, increasing urinary function and also acting as a stimulant. The book is in two parts. The first part describes the appearance of the tea plant such as the leaves, the flower, and the shape of the bush.
The second part explains the dosage for the different ailments. Although tea is said to cure many different diseases such as beriberi disease and many others, these claims are not scientifically proven. Some of the claims that are unproven include: prevention of cancer and even in some cases curing some forms of cancer. Green tea has also been said to treat multiple sclerosis. Another claim that is yet to be proven is whether or not it can cause weight loss.
Green tea has caffeine that is equal to a third of the amount found in coffee. This is a fact that many people are unaware of. There are negative effects of taking too much caffeine such as insomnia, nausea and frequent urination. There are varieties that do not contain caffeine and one should always check the package if they wish to take to have the one without caffeine.
One thing that is confusing about the caffeine content in coffee and tea is that tea has more caffeine when dry but after brewing coffee has more caffeine. Besides its medicinal benefits, green tea is a good and refreshing beverage.
Dave Richards is a tea expert. For more great tips on [http://teahealthtips.com/tea-health-benefits]tea health benefits, visit [http://teahealthtips.com]http://teahealthtips.com.
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