“There doesn’t seem to be a downside to tea.”
American Dietetic Association spokeswoman Katherine Tallmadge, MA, RD, LD
For thousands of years, tea has been credited with health, wisdom, and happiness in the East.
The Western world has woken to the tea brewing in their cup. More and more studies are being done about the health benefits of tea.
How healthy can a drink that’s created from a single plant? That plant, named Camellia Sinensis, is a powerhouse. From one plant come five amazing drinks: Black, White, Green, Oolong, and Pu-erh.
When we talk about tea, we are talking about the tea that comes from the Camellia Sinensis plant. Five amazing teas come from a single plant, the Camellia Sinensis. Those teas are Black, White, Green, Oolong, and Pu-erh.
While most studies focus on black or green tea, I’d not dismiss the healing properties of all the teas mentioned.
What Makes Tea So Special
Tea has less caffeine than coffee
This is a big win in the health benefits of tea. On average, per cup of
Sharing some amazing teas I recommend!
Fortnum and Mason Countess Grey
Tea contains antioxidants
Scientists believe molecules called free radicals can contribute to the aging process. They also may play a part in diseases, like cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. Antioxidants help stop or limit damage caused by free radicals. White tea is less processed than green or black tea and contains more good antioxidants.
A new tea I just found and fell in love with
Two Leaves and A Bud Organic Assam Tea
Tea is anti-inflammatory
Green tea has a large amount of EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate). EGCG aids the body with inflammation. The EGCG then attacks free radicals. They also reduce and lower the inflammation that helps heal the cellular damage.
A poor man’s tea, but it’s SO GOOD
Yamamotoyama Organic Genmaicha
Tea is an anti-allergen
The use of benifuuki green tea reduced some of the local allergies within a month. Ginger also added to the experience.
Picked this up last week, it’s a new top 10 for sure
Fraser Tea Cream Earl Grey Black
Tea alone is calorie-free
Drinking your tea without a sweetener is a great alternative to water. Drinking tea is a way of adding flavors to your drink. When I try any new tea, I drink it plain so I can get a real taste of the tea without any added flavors or sweeteners. If you are sick of water, try tea. There are so many options. If you want it a little sweet, you can add some licorice root or blackberry leaf, and add some flavor of any herb to spice it up. The options are endless.
K Cup Pod Tea? Of course, you need this in the office
Johou Tea Pods – Variety Pack
Tea may keep you smiling
Tea can change the PH in your mouth while drinking. That change may help your teeth and prevent loss, plaque, and cavities. Tea also does not destroy tooth enamel like so many other drinks. Also, a cup of tea contains fluoride, which is good for the teeth
I received this as a gift one year and it’s been a favorite for giving
Stash Tea Bag Sampler (52 Count)
Tea can boost the body’s metabolism
I do not agree with all the hype over losing weight fast with green tea pills and gimmicks. Green tea contains catechins, which are antioxidants that help the body burn fat as fuel. So if you exercise while drinking green tea, your body may burn fat a bit faster than normal.
So glad I can still find this after Starbucks stopped using it
Tazo Organic Awake English Breakfast Tea
Tea is a hydration drink
Studies show that in very high doses, tea can dehydrate. Those doses are very high and extreme. Average caffeine consumption has been shown to hydrate the body.
Health Benefits of Tea
Tea may boost your immune system
Studies have shown tea can tune up immune cells so they reach their targets quicker. Tea helps our immune system with free radical-fighting antioxidants. Tea is also high in oxygen radical absorbance capacity. These help fight the free radicals that attack the body’s DNA. Our bodies fight free radicals and work to bring our bodies into a strong cellular presence. Tea helps our bodies do a more efficient battle.
My tea kettle at home
Bonavita 1L Digital Gooseneck Kettle
Tea may help battle cancer
When our cells are weak or damaged, tea will help the body fight to repair the cells via antioxidants.
I don’t own this yet, but I want to.
Nextmug Temperature Controlled Self-Heating Mug
Tea may reduce your risk of a heart attack
A host of earlier reports found a 20 percent reduction in the risk of heart attack. The same report found a 35 percent reduced risk of stroke among those who drank one to three cups of green tea a day. Those who drank four or more cups of green tea daily had a 32 percent reduction in the risk of having a heart attack. This also lowered levels of LDL cholesterol. Green tea is beneficial yet with one cup of matcha, the equivalent is that of 10 cups of green tea.
Art and tea
Tearelae Blooming Tea Flowers
Tea may help protect your bones
Data from recent animal studies have shown that green tea may prevent bone loss. Studies suggest that green tea helps body composition and bone properties. Tea is full of antioxidants. These antioxidants help the body protect itself against bone loss and osteoporosis. Green tea can benefit the body and stimulate bone formation. Green tea also stops the formation of cells that cause bone damage.
This is a box to help you store your teabags! So needed!
Acacia Wooden Tea Bag Organizer
Tea helps protect the brain.
L-Theanine is an amino acid found in tea. One study showed an increase in memory and focus in several different areas. The increase in memory and focus can help deter dementia. Reaction time also increased. The polyphenols in green tea help part of the brain to regulate learning and memory. Drinking 3 cups or more per day of either green or
This tea organizer is great for the work countertop
Utopia Home Tea Bag Organizer
Tea can help protect the body, process sugars, and help with Type 2 diabetes
Tea contains polyphenols that lower glycemic levels and may increase insulin activity.
Tea benefits the eyes
The catechins in tea work to penetrate the eyes and protect the tissue of the eyes. Tea helps protect the eyes from glaucoma and other diseases of the eye. Those antioxidants are massive disease fighters. They work with and aid the body in fighting many different diseases.
Summary
Tea, after water, is the most consumed beverage in the world. The largest tea produced worldwide is
Over and over again, we have seen that tea is not just an enjoyable beverage. Tea is amazing in its ability to heal and aid our bodies fight against disease and free radicals. The health benefits of tea are, just that, health benefits.
Tea is beneficial for us in a multitude of ways. There are a few caveats when considering the health benefits of tea.
- Don’t rely on just tea. Eat well and exercise.
- Drink fresh-brewed and avoid bottled tea.
- Avoid sugar and sweeteners. Use honey if you must sweeten your tea.
- Let your tea cool before sipping. Hot tea can damage your throat.
- Everything in moderation, try not to exceed 1-2 liters of tea daily.
Tea may seem like an older person’s drink. Things are changing. Tea is becoming popular among all ages. People brewing loose leaf tea are also increasing in popularity over bagged tea.
Tea comes in so many different varieties, and the choice is yours. You find what you like, brew it, and enjoy it. Then realize that the drink you are consuming is benefiting your body one sip at a time.
