Tea Facts
Consumed over the ages for its useful properties, tea antioxidants hold many potential benefits. As more studies are conducted (particularly human trials), the future holds great promise. Some of the potential health benefits are listed below.
Black Tea
Reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke; increases the survival rate among patients who have already suffered a heart attack. Black Tea helps prevent the absorption of cholesterol into the blood stream, which helps to prevent heart disease. Also decreases the likelihood of life-threatening blood clots.
Green Tea
High in antioxidants (helps to detoxify and fight cancer). Green tea helps lower blood pressure, fights gingivitis and cavities, and helps regulate blood sugar levels.
Oolong Tea
Oolong tea increases resting metabolism greater than any other tea type. Aids digestion and decreases the absorption of carbohydrates and fat in the body. Oolong tea alleviates the symptoms of eczema and psoriasis.
Rooibos Tea
Rooibos tea is made from a South African red bush. It is rich in vitamins, minerals, and protein and has higher antioxidants than Green tea. Naturally caffeine free, Rooibos teas are excellent in aiding with digestion, help relieve allergies, and promote healthy skin, teeth and bones.
What are Antioxidants?
The Benefits of Antioxidants
Antioxidants are substances or nutrients in our foods which can prevent or slow the oxidative damage to our body. When our body cells use oxygen, they naturally produce free radicals (by-products) which can cause damage. Antioxidants act as "free radical scavengers" and hence prevent and repair damage done by these free radicals. Health problems such as heart disease, macular degeneration, diabetes, cancer etc are all contributed by oxidative damage. Indeed, a recent study conducted by researchers from London found that 5 servings of fruits and vegetables reduce the risk of stroke by 25 percent. Antioxidants may also enhance immune defense and therefore lower the risk of cancer and infection.
Caffeine Facts
Caffeine Comparison per 8 Ounce Cup
| Product |
Water Temp. |
Brew Time |
Caffeine Content |
| Coffee |
Drip Maker |
|
20-160 mg |
| Black Tea |
Boiling |
4-5 min. |
40-80 mg |
| Oolong Tea |
185-195 |
2-5 min. |
20-60 mg |
| Green Tea |
170-180 |
1-3 min. |
4-20 mg |
| White Tea |
180-190 |
3-5 min. |
10-40 mg |
| Rooibos |
Boiling |
4-6 min. |
0 mg |
| Herbal |
Boiling |
4-6 min. |
0 mg |
- Coffee has more caffeine per 8 ounce cup than the most highly caffeinated tea.
- Loose leaf teas deliver less caffeine in your cup than their bagged counterparts.
- Caffeine in moderation, defined as 400 milligrams per day, is fine and may be beneficial.
- Caffeine in tea stimulates digestion, metabolism, kidneys and liver, helping to eliminate toxins from the body.
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