Black tea has become one of my favorite beverages and is very
simple to make at home. I personally use my coffee maker to make an
entire "pot" of tea by simply dropping 8 to 10 tag less bags of black
tea in the coffee pot after adding 12 cups of water to the maker. Turn
it on and let it run it's cycle and there you have it, a pot of hot,
fresh tea. In addition to being extremely easy to prepare, black tea is
full of health benefits, making it a great choice for those of us
working to live a Wellness Based Lifestyle.
Like several other teas, this tea is made from the Camellia Sinensis plant. Black tea is fermented longer than green tea, which accounts for the darker color. As a result of the longer fermentation process, it has a higher caffeine content.
Among the health benefits of this tea, perhaps the most important is the high amounts of antioxidants present. Antioxidants help to reverse the detrimental effects of free radicals which are formed by a process called oxidation. Antioxidants are also important in reducing the risk of cancer. An antioxidant found in this tea called Theaflavin has been shown to destroy cancer cells in the body.
Flavanoids present in black tea are also important for heart health and helps to reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and reduces the risk of stroke.
It is also is a great way to increase energy as a result of its caffeine content. Caffeine helps to increase the metabolism (great for weight loss), increases brain functioning and alertness, and has been shown to increase athletic performance in certain instances. Black tea has a lesser amount of caffeine than coffee and many people with a slight sensitivity to caffeine have found black tea to be a tolerable source of caffeine, meaning they do not experience the jitters they get from coffee or soda. Another substance found in tea, Theophylline, has been shown to stimulate the heart, kidneys and respiratory system thereby increasing the health of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
In addition, it is also a digestive aid and has been used for centuries in China as a way to treat diarrhea and other GI issues. There is also some research that shows tea helps to reduce intestinal inflammation, common in those that suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Recent research related to this tea promotes that regular consumption of it can potentially lower the risk of development of Type II Diabetes. Type II Diabetes affects approximately 285 million people worldwide and the number is increasing yearly.
A substance in black tea called Tannins have been shown to kill viruses including influenza. A research study conducted at Pace University found that black tea can potentially neutralize the herpes virus. Tannins also help to reduce the harmful bacteria in the mouth which can lead to reduced risk of tooth decay and the root cause of bad breath!
Like several other teas, this tea is made from the Camellia Sinensis plant. Black tea is fermented longer than green tea, which accounts for the darker color. As a result of the longer fermentation process, it has a higher caffeine content.
Among the health benefits of this tea, perhaps the most important is the high amounts of antioxidants present. Antioxidants help to reverse the detrimental effects of free radicals which are formed by a process called oxidation. Antioxidants are also important in reducing the risk of cancer. An antioxidant found in this tea called Theaflavin has been shown to destroy cancer cells in the body.
Flavanoids present in black tea are also important for heart health and helps to reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol levels and reduces the risk of stroke.
It is also is a great way to increase energy as a result of its caffeine content. Caffeine helps to increase the metabolism (great for weight loss), increases brain functioning and alertness, and has been shown to increase athletic performance in certain instances. Black tea has a lesser amount of caffeine than coffee and many people with a slight sensitivity to caffeine have found black tea to be a tolerable source of caffeine, meaning they do not experience the jitters they get from coffee or soda. Another substance found in tea, Theophylline, has been shown to stimulate the heart, kidneys and respiratory system thereby increasing the health of the cardiovascular and respiratory systems.
In addition, it is also a digestive aid and has been used for centuries in China as a way to treat diarrhea and other GI issues. There is also some research that shows tea helps to reduce intestinal inflammation, common in those that suffer from Irritable Bowel Syndrome.
Recent research related to this tea promotes that regular consumption of it can potentially lower the risk of development of Type II Diabetes. Type II Diabetes affects approximately 285 million people worldwide and the number is increasing yearly.
A substance in black tea called Tannins have been shown to kill viruses including influenza. A research study conducted at Pace University found that black tea can potentially neutralize the herpes virus. Tannins also help to reduce the harmful bacteria in the mouth which can lead to reduced risk of tooth decay and the root cause of bad breath!
Christopher Weaver BS, MA, CFT lives and works in Asheville, NC.
Learning to live a wellness based lifestyle is a key component to
finding health and happiness. My goal as a Certified Fitness Trainer,
yoga instructor, social worker and health educator is to share my own
personal health journey, including accomplishment and mishaps along the
way. I am in the process of finishing my first book on weight loss and
healthy living that I hope to publish and make available in the Summer
of 2013. For more writings and information visit my website at http://www.issacertifiedtrainer.com/christopherweaver and my health blog at http://www.punkrockwellness.blogspot.com
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