Health Benefits of Tea

 

I love a hot cup of tea because it's tasty and there is also something cozy about drinking it. It turns out, tea is also good for your health. Learn more about different kinds of tea & their health benefits. Drink up!

GREEN TEA
 

Tea can be used to heal your body in a variety of ways. In this list of medicinal teas, learn what each tea is used for, the dangerous side effects, and how to grow it yourself. 
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Health Benefits of Green Tea
Many people believe a cup of green tea is a great way to start the day!
The benefits of green tea have been studied widely. As this article points out, the high amount of EGCG and antioxidants may interfere with the growth of bladder, breast, lung, stomach, pancreatic, and colorectal cancers; prevent clogging of the arteries, burn fat, counteract oxidative stress on the brain, reduce risk of neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases, reduce risk of stroke, and improve cholesterol levels. This website also advises to avoid adding a green tea bag to a boiling cup of water as it kills helpful catechins. It is best to add to 160-170 degree water. 

 BLACK TEA
 

Black tea has the highest caffeine content of all teas and forms the basis for flavored teas like chai, along with some instant teas.

Health Benefits of Black Tea
The benefits of black tea extend beyond providing that extra boost of energy. This article points to a research study that suggests antioxidants like polyphenol and catechins help prevent certain types of cancer, further stating that research has suggested that women who drink black tea regularly have a lower chance of ovarian cancer than non black tea drinkers. 

WHITE TEA
 

White tea may be the “supreme drink of health” due to it being the least processed and having the highest levels of antioxidants, including flavonoids.

Health Benefits of White Tea
Additional benefits of white tea described in this article include heart protection, stronger bones, and healthier gums and teeth. 

OOLONG TEA
 

Oolong tea is not as popular as green and black teas, however it is the tea most often served in Chinese restaurants. This type of tea represents an intermediate state of tea-leaf oxidation between green and black teas. 

Health Benefits of Oolong Tea
Several studies suggest that drinking oolong tea can lower blood sugar and assist in fat oxidation.

PU-ERH TEA
 

Pu-erh tea is a black tea made from fermented and aged leaves.

Health Benefits of Pu-erh Tea
Health benefits of pu-erh tea include cancer prevention, dental health, digestive health, and possible weight loss. One animal study showed that animals given pu-erh had less weight gain and reduced LDL cholesterol.