Tea & Health
Collective research on both green and black tea focuses on the potential disease-fighting flavonoids, the antioxidant compounds that are found in tea. Research suggests that these flavonoids may play a role in reducing the risk of several types of cancer such as oral, stomach, lung and colorectal. In addition, the flavonoids in tea may play a role in supporting cardiovascular, immune and other areas of health.
According to various sources, some of the possible health benefits of tea include:
- Significantly increases energy (over 8-10 hours) without the caffeine “jitters” of coffee
- Improve mental alertness (L-theanine component)
- Increase calmness and reduce stress (L-theanine component)
- Boost metabolic rate by 35-40% in regular drinkers, thus facilitating weight loss
- Act as a powerful “anti-aging” activity due to the super-charged antioxidants
- Lower blood pressure
- Decrease levels of LDL or “bad” cholesterol
- Lessen symptoms of PMS
- “Super” cancer-fighting and cancer preventative activity (due to extremely high levels of polyphenols and catechins)
- Stabilize blood sugar levels
- Powerful anti-biotic and anti-viral activity
- Strong blood detoxifier and alkalyzer, due to the high Chlorophyll content
- Natural fluoride source so helps maintain fresh breath and prevents plaque build-up
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There are growing and almost countless studies on the various health benefits of tea of all types (white, green, Oolong, black, Pu-erh). As there is so much information as well as some controversy, the best approach is to learn for yourself and make your own decisions on what information you will share with your customers.
For information on the many health benefits of drinking tea, visit the following resources:
The Tea Association of the USA
The Tea Council of the United Kingdom