Are you a Tea drinker? You may want to consider becoming one based on all of the health benefits it could provide, as you may already know tea proclaims to promote a healthier body and lifestyle. So what gives it all this power to do so? The secret lies within the Camellia Sinensis Plant. The most popular teas: Black teas, White teas and Green teas come from this plant and it contains tons of powerful antioxidants, but the teas become different and produce different results based on the way they are oxidized.
Black Tea- Black tea has been said to assist with any of the following: reduced artery clogging and impaired blood vessel functioning, lower risk of stomach, colon and breast cancer, metabolic enhancement, increased immune system, it could promote stronger bones thus helping arthritis sufferers. Due to its high antioxidants it has also shown to be a fighter against bacteria, viruses and infections.
White Tea- White Tea has similar benefits as black tea and it could also help with the following: lower the risk of certain cancers, improved artery function, lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, promote stronger bones thus helping arthritis sufferers, it could also be a fighter against bacteria, viruses and infections and reduced blood sugar. It has some cosmetic advantages as well, assisting with healthier skin, teeth and gum’s. White Tea also has the most ECGC than any other teas, which is one of the key antioxidants in teas- that makes white tea the best in my book.
Green Tea- Green tea has been the secret Chinese medicine for years and years, they have claimed it to be their medicine for fighting cancer to headaches and depression. Green Teas benefits are very similar to the black and white tea benefits listed above. It could also help with the following: fight against cancer, arthritis, lowering cholesterol levels, helping with cardiovascular disease, fighting infections and increasing immune functions. Green tea, as we’ve seen could also help those on a diet, increasing their metabolic rate like black tea and even giving healthier looking skin.
In summary, benefits of teas include:
Lots antioxidants
Less caffeine than coffee, or none
Reduced risk of heart attack and stroke
Healthier bones
Healthier skin
Healthier mouth, teeth and gum’s
Assists the immunity defenses
Antioxidants that could fight against cancers
Helps keep you hydrated
Calorie-free
Increases your metabolism.
In no way is this blog suggesting you to alter any medical advice or medicines you’ve received from doctors for any of the illnesses listed above. Tea is a beverage for enjoyment and it won’t hurt to add it into your diet based on all the research that has been done. Enjoy!!
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