The Tea Detective
Uncovering and Exploring the Facts About Tea
Uncovering and Exploring the Facts About Tea
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| How Tea Beats Cold & Flu Viruses |
| Nothing can set you on your backside faster than a cold or bout of the flu. And nothing is more unpleasant. I haven't had either (knock on wood) for many years, thank goodness. That's partly due to a natural immunity my body has built up over the years from immunizations and having been infected by the cold and flu virus...and partly because I drink plenty of tea. |
| Have you ever noticed how much better you feel in general after drinking a cup of tea? If you haven't, pay closer attention next time, and I guarantee you'll notice an immediate change. That's because tea contains a mountain of healthy ingredients that fight off or kill a host of different illnesses and diseases, and helps give our immune system a big boost. Tea kills viruses, bacteria, fungi, and microorgan- isms you likely never even knew existed. Inside the tiny tea leaf are some big guns in the form of antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and compounds that work to fight off illness and keep us healthy. Among these is a group of polyphenols called catechins that include: |
These powerful, naturally occurring compounds found in tea, boost the body's immune system and seek and destroy viruses. It's believed that flavonoids in tea bond with the virus, rendering it inactive. Tests show that EGCG in particular, attaches to the virus, forming a non-infectious complex and preventing it from causing an infection. It does this by bonding itself to the cell and disrupting the virus, preventing it from replicating itself. This is great news in the light of H1N1 influenza virus of 2009-2010, or any subsequent viruses, for that matter. Anything that can lessen or prevent colds and flu is a blessing, especially when it's as easy as drinking a delicious cup of tea. Even gargling with tea can be effective for preventing colds and flu. In Japan, where gargling is thought to be a healthy winter time step, a study of 124 adults who gargled with a green tea solution, three times a day, versus a group gargling plain water, showed only 1.3% of the tea group subsequently getting the flu, while 10% of the plain water group ended up sick with influenza. As well as tasting different, there are slight variations in the content of black tea, white, green, and oolong teas because of the different processing methods among them. Research shows that green and white teas contain slightly higher amounts of active ingredients because they receive less processing. Green tea extracts are also available and are a great source of polyphenols. Green tea extract is equal to approximately four cups or more of tea and is also available caffeine free. So even though our immunity declines as we age, by paying closer attention to our nutritional needs, eating properly, and supplementing our diet with vitamins, minerals and plenty of health promoting antioxidants, we can turn back the clock to that of our younger years. And being able to boost our immune system and ward off colds and flu by enjoying a few cups of nutritious, delicious tea, sounds just dandy to me. Hope you agree. Enjoy. For more information and to learn more about tea, visit our other pages: The many health benefits of drinking tea. If after drinking a cup of tea you seem to feel better, it's not your imagination. Tea contains a long list of beneficial ingredients, including vitamins, minerals, and antioxi- dants that help fight everything from colds and flu, to cancer and heart disease. Learn how tea helps you lose weight the healthy, natural way. Drinking just three cups of tea a day, not only helps you take off those unwanted pounds, but also provides a powerhouse of other health benefits as well. Tea and caffeine - how the caffeine in tea affects us. A look at the amount of caffeine in each type of tea and how it affects our body. Also caffeine as a stimulant, how it works, and the positive and negative effects it may have on our system. |
| How is black tea made? Many people enjoy the full, robust flavor of black tea. We'll walk you through the manufacturing process step-by-step to show you what it takes to bring this quality tea to your table. A cup of hot tea - just what you needed. Nothing is more soothing, relaxing or revitalizing than a cup of hot tea. If you've had one of "those" days and need to wind down, or just need a quick energy boost, check out these great recipes for hot tea. Down and out with a cold or the flu? This this recipe is for you! If you've been hit by a cold or influenza virus, this is one tea recipe that will get you back up and on your feet and feeling rosy again in no time. How is white tea made? White tea receives the least amount of processing, leaving it in its near natural state. Learn how this healthy tea is made, and why it's only available in limited quantities. Flavored Teas-Everyone Has a Favorite Satisfy your cravings with a healthy, low calorie cup of tea. Whether it's berries, citrus, or even chocolate (try chocolate with chocolate chips tea or caramel tea, available from Silver Leaf Tea Co.) flavored tea, your favorite flavor of tea is just waiting for you. So who is Earl Grey, anyway? Earl Grey is probably the most recognizable of blended teas, but there are many other tasty blends that make the perfect beginning or end to your day. How is green tea made? Learn about the unique manufacturing process for green tea, keeping it in its near natural state, and preserving the flavor, vitamins, minerals, and important antioxidants, making it one of the healthiest of teas. Oolong tea-nature and a careful manufacturing process make the difference. Nature provides the perfect growing conditions, while a long, careful manufacturing process gives oolong teas a wide spectrum of flavors, some light and sweet, and others robust and hearty. Find your favorite! (Try Ti Kwan Yin Oolong #3 Tea from Silver Leaf Tea Co. - an aromatic tea with a traditional taste. This versatile tea is good with light savory meals, spicy foods, fish, and poultry). |
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