HEALTH BENEFITS OF TEA
Tea is rich in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals. Below are the core health benefits that tea is known for:
Antioxidants
Antioxidants are found in scores of fruits, vegetables, and other superfoods. Tea is no different. Antioxidants help protect our bodies from roaming free radicals and oxidative stress. By doing so, antioxidants keep our bodies safe from the general wear and tear like potential damage to organs and can assist in slowing down the signs of aging. It can also help promote healthy teeth and hair as well as reducing inflammation.
Caffeine
Caffeine is great for mental alertness and clarity. Generally speaking, tea has half of the caffeine as coffee. Caffeine has some interesting health benefits besides getting us up in the morning, which, frankly, is really magical! Caffeine helps with alertness by stimulating the brain and nervous system. It also stokes metabolism and can enhance physical performance. As opposed to coffee, caffeine in tea is released over a longer period of time so it is less likely to cause jitteriness and a crash.
L-theanine
One of the amino acids in tea that makes all that caffeine even better is L-theanine. L-theanine is the perfect counterpart to caffeine because it helps one stay calm and centered. L-theanine is unique since it crosses the blood-brain barrier and affects the brain directly. Instead of an intense, heart-pounding caffeine rush that one might experience with coffee, L-theanine turns tea into the Zen experience that it is.
EGCG
Among tea’s many superb health-promoting vitamins, minerals, and amino acids, one, in particular, stands out, which is epigallocatechin-3-gallate or EGCG for short. This catechin is so coveted that it commonly gets isolated and turned into supplements with a large body of research and studies about the effectiveness. EGCG can help reduce inflammation, possibly aid in weight loss, and most interestingly can potentially help guard against certain types of cancer–prostate, lung, liver, and skin cancer in particular.
Heart Health
Enjoying tea does a lot for our hearts. Oolong and green tea in particular is known to help cut down on bad cholesterol, promote proper cardiovascular health, blood flow, and circulation, and can potentially protect against heart disease and stroke.
Cognitive Benefits
Regular consumption of tea from Camellia Sinensis is linked to improved memory, concentration and attention. Tea is a powerful adaptogen that can aid the body in managing stress and increase feelings of relaxation. It may also potentially help protect against Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, as well as dementia.
In summary, tea is good for our body for a number of reasons. However, it is important to note that tea is not a magical cure. We are often asked by our customers, “what tea has the most health benefits?” Our quick answer is “any tea that you will enjoy and drink the most!” We believe that true wellness comes from maintaining a balanced, healthy lifestyle and consistently consuming what is good for our body. Drinking tea is healthy and we believe in this preventive approach, helping to support overall health rather than serving as a quick fix. Enjoying tea as part of your daily routine can contribute to long-term well-being and a healthier lifestyle.