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TEA: a widely cultivated shrub (Camellia sinensis of the family Theaceae, the tea family) native to China, northern India, and southeastern Asia and having glossy green leaves and fragrant white flowers
People all over the world have been drinking tea for thousands of centuries, and for good reason. Numerous studies have shown that a variety of teas may boost your immune system, fight off inflammation, and even ward off cancer and heart disease.
While some brews provide more health advantages than others, there’s plenty of evidence that regularly drinking tea can have a lasting impact on your wellness.
Let's get this tea party ready and dive into what's steeping!
1. Tea can help your metabolism
The combo of catechins and caffeine are thought to help boost your metabolic rate. In a study where everyone did the same exercise program, the people who also drank 4-5 cups of green tea daily lost an average of 2lbs more than those who didn't drink the tea.*
2. Tea can help manage cravings
Reaching for a cozy cup can often satisfy that psychological need to get something flavorful on your taste buds. It's also believed that the catechins in green teas can help regulate your hunger hormone levels. Catechins also support lipid metabolism to help curb cravings.
3. Tea can support blood sugar stabilization
Studies on black, green, and white teas have shown their ability to help your body keep its blood sugar levels stable. That also means you're less likely to have random cravings, and it impacts your body's fat storage.
4. Tea can help you relax
You probably know stress is the enemy of weight loss. Stress drives cortisol levels up, which makes your body want to hold on to excess. The soothing properties of l-theanine can help promote calm within your body.
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๐งฌ Catechins: Packed with EGCG to oxidize skin cells and promote repair
Anti-inflammatory properties support clear skin, firms, and brightens skin while chlorophyll clarifies.
☀️ Antioxidants: Help prevent skin damage from environmental free radicals
Support healthy aging and protect from UV. I shared more foods which naturally protect the skin, read in this past blog post.
๐ฆ Vitamins: Vitamin B increases skin elasticity and Vitamin E promotes cell regeneration
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Recommended: drink 2-3 cups daily
Known to have a delicate flavor, white tea comes from the Camellia sinensis plant that’s native to China and India. It is also the least processed tea variety.
Research shows it may be the most effective tea in fighting various forms of cancer thanks to its high level of antioxidants. White tea may also be good for your teeth since it contains a high source of fluoride, catechins and tannins that can strengthen teeth, fight plaque, and make it more resistant to acid and sugar.
This variety also offers the least amount of caffeine, making it a smart choice for tea drinkers who want to avoid or limit their caffeine consumption.
Drinking chai tea regularly will help to reduce inflammation in your skin which will help to calm down any irritation associated with inflammatory skin conditions such as acne, rosacea or eczema.
You may experience less redness and itchiness, some common uncomfortable side-effects of inflammation.
Cinnamon works wonders in relaxing your muscles and removing tension from your body,
Now the tough decision, do you prefer it hot or iced?
Five reasons why it is worth to drink rockrose tea regularly:
While a majority of teas are beneficial for your health, you may want to steer clear of these varieties:
Benefits
1. Tea can help your metabolism
The combo of catechins and caffeine are thought to help boost your metabolic rate. In a study where everyone did the same exercise program, the people who also drank 4-5 cups of green tea daily lost an average of 2lbs more than those who didn't drink the tea.*
2. Tea can help manage cravings
Reaching for a cozy cup can often satisfy that psychological need to get something flavorful on your taste buds. It's also believed that the catechins in green teas can help regulate your hunger hormone levels. Catechins also support lipid metabolism to help curb cravings.
3. Tea can support blood sugar stabilization
Studies on black, green, and white teas have shown their ability to help your body keep its blood sugar levels stable. That also means you're less likely to have random cravings, and it impacts your body's fat storage.
4. Tea can help you relax
You probably know stress is the enemy of weight loss. Stress drives cortisol levels up, which makes your body want to hold on to excess. The soothing properties of l-theanine can help promote calm within your body.
Just Another Matcha Monday...whoa whoa ๐ผ
Which one of these incredible benefits are surprising to you?
๐ฟ4-6 Hours of Steady Energy
๐ฟLoaded with vitamins & minerals
๐ฟIncreased Focus
๐ฟBurns More Calories
๐ฟLowers blood pressure
๐ฟ137 times MORE Antioxidants than Green Tea
๐ฟImproved Skin Health
๐ฟCould lower cholesterol
๐ฟProtects the liver
๐ฟImproved brain function
๐ฟImprove heart health
๐ฟBoosts immune system
๐ฟDelivers anti-inflammatory properties
๐ฟUV protection
๐ฟCollagen support for less redness and more skin strength and elasticity
Many people say they don't like Matcha, keep in mind the quality of matcha will impact that. You want it to be bright green in the container. Next what you mix it with will make a difference as well, try it several ways before ruling it out.
This video shares some great tips about quality, particularly that beautiful bright green color which is desired. Plus how the flavor will vary, so just because you tried it once doesn't mean you will hate others ;)
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Green Tea's Skin Boosters:
๐งฌ Catechins: Packed with EGCG to oxidize skin cells and promote repair
Anti-inflammatory properties support clear skin, firms, and brightens skin while chlorophyll clarifies.
☀️ Antioxidants: Help prevent skin damage from environmental free radicals
Support healthy aging and protect from UV. I shared more foods which naturally protect the skin, read in this past blog post.
๐ฆ Vitamins: Vitamin B increases skin elasticity and Vitamin E promotes cell regeneration
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Green tea antioxidants scavenge free radicals and support cellular regeneration and renewal
Green tea catechins help satisfy hunger by regulating the hunger-inducing hormone, ghrelin, while l-theanine promotes a calm and relaxed mood. L-theanine Has been shown to have many more benefits, click to read this article.
Polyphenols in tea promote thermogenesis – the process of burning fat for energy. Fasting for longer periods helps target and support the metabolism of gut fat.
If you're needing to come down off of coffee here's a helpful chart.
PROT TIP: Please don't put milk in your good matcha, especially if you're drinking it for health reasons. The milk sticks to the polyphenols, which alters (not in a good way) the bioavailability (how well your body can absorb nutrients) of the matcha, and all the goodies just flush through.
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Recommended: drink 2-3 cups daily
Known to have a delicate flavor, white tea comes from the Camellia sinensis plant that’s native to China and India. It is also the least processed tea variety.
Research shows it may be the most effective tea in fighting various forms of cancer thanks to its high level of antioxidants. White tea may also be good for your teeth since it contains a high source of fluoride, catechins and tannins that can strengthen teeth, fight plaque, and make it more resistant to acid and sugar.
This variety also offers the least amount of caffeine, making it a smart choice for tea drinkers who want to avoid or limit their caffeine consumption.
Chai Tea
You may experience less redness and itchiness, some common uncomfortable side-effects of inflammation.
Cinnamon works wonders in relaxing your muscles and removing tension from your body,
Now the tough decision, do you prefer it hot or iced?
Cistus - Rock Rose
Family friend shared they drank this last year to ward off ticks & mosquitoes. I'm going to try it out this year....if nothing else get the benefits from the tea.
- Contains antioxidant substances and fights free radicals, which means that it has anti-aging properties!
- Has antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial properties.
- Bleaches teeth and cares for oral hygiene.
- Reduces unpleasant odor of sweat.
Teas To Avoid
While a majority of teas are beneficial for your health, you may want to steer clear of these varieties:
- Detox teas made for fad diets that suggest you will quickly lose weight. These teas often come laced with laxatives that can be harmful to your health.
- Fancy tea lattes and drinks from your favorite chain store. While some of these drinks, such as a green tea latte, may appear healthy, they are loaded with sugar.
- Trendy bubble teas that are also loaded with sugar, calories and carbs, and have little to no nutritional value.
- Herbal teas that may potentially trigger allergies. Many herbal teas contain different types of fruits, herbs, spices and flowers that some people are allergic to. If you have allergies, always read the ingredients on the package before you consume a new herbal tea.
- Loaded Teas similar to bubble teas they are also loaded with sugar, calories and carbs, and have little to no nutritional value.
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