Throughout its history tea has been associated with health benefits and was traditionally used for medicinal purposes. Ongoing scientific studies offer empirical evidence to support many of the historical theories surrounding different types of teas. Many of these studies have supported the following claims:
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- Kills Leukemia Cells
- Boosts Memory Function
- Increases Metabolism & Fat Loss capabilities
- Reverses the Aging Effects of Sun Damage & Fight Skin Cancer
- Therapy For People With Rheumatoid Arthritis
- Helps Ward off Alzheimer's Disease
- Lowers LDL (bad) Cholesterol Levels
- Prevents Tooth Decay, Kills Plaque-Causing Bacteria & Prevents Bad Breath
- Lowers Stress Hormone Levels
- Stems the Spread of Prostate Cancer
In addition, tea is a nutrient rich beverage containing a multitude of vitamins. Teas contain varying amounts of vitamins A, B, and C, as well as Folic Acid, potassium, fluoride, and Manganese. It is important to note that processed teas have lower amounts of nutrients and vitamins. The process of tea preparation includes drying, rolling, oxidation, fermenting, and firing. Green teas contain the highest levels of vitamins and nutrients because they go through a minimal amount of processing, where as Black teas tend to be heavily processed and therefore loose many of the antioxidant properties. If you would like to receive additional information on the health benefits of tea please contact our Customer Service Department.
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