Tea perhaps, is the only beverage from which one cannot stay away for long. Tea rejuvenates us and refreshes us no matter what season it is. All types of tea come from the same plant called Camellia Sinensis. What sets them apart from each other in terms of their flavour and properties is the way they are processed after harvesting. There are five types of tea with which one can pamper his/her taste buds and become healthy.
1. GREEN TEA
It is the most raved about tea among people today. It has many benefits and is easily available at an affordable price. It contains Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) which is a type of Catechin (an antioxidant). Studies hint towards the potential role of EGCG in preventing cancer (breast cancer in particular). It also helps in reducing fat, treats oral odour, helps fight pimples etc.
2. OOLONG TEA
It gives amazing results in burning fat as it activates lipoprotein lipase (type of an enzyme) in our body that breaks down triglycerides. It works wonders in improving digestion, makes hair and skin healthy, increases mental alertness, reduces cholesterol level etc.
3. WHITE TEA
It is like ‘one stop for all’ tea. Consuming this tea is like drinking the magical elixir of good health. It has three times the amount of antioxidants than its brothers and sisters.It has many antibacterial and anti-ageing properties. This tea helps prevent skin damage from harmful UV rays, helps in keeping diabetes under control, helps maintain oral hygiene, helps prevent cancer, and the list goes on.
4. BLACK TEA
5. CHAMOMILE TEA
It is the tea made up from the dried and new blossoms of the herb Chamomile. This tea is known best for its calming effects on the body and mind. It helps relieve stomach and abdomen cramps caused by various reasons, helps treat insomnia, treats stomach ulcers, fights against skin inflammation and rashes, boosts immunity and has several anti-ageing properties.
So, when are you getting your favourite tea?
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