The health benefits of tea have been a widely held belief among
many cultures the world over for centuries. And today’s research
is beginning to back up those beliefs with hard science. While
green tea, because of the lesser oxidation, has greater health
benefits than black tea, all teas made from the tea bush
Camellia sinensis, have health benefits.
The antioxidant properties of tea appear to lower LDL
cholesterol levels, possibly guard against some cancers such as
skin and lung cancer and help improve cardiovascular health by
repairing damaged blood vessels. And we have to mention the
anti-aging effect of reduced free radicals from the antioxidants
in tea.
The flavonoids in black tea, especially over long-term
consumption, have been associated with lowering the risk of
stroke in men. And the fluoride in tea has been shown to
contribute to stronger bones and teeth.
And, of course, the polyphenols tend to increase the white blood
cell count for greater immune functioning. They also stimulate
the flow of digestive fluids to help with digestion of fatty
foods.
Lastly, the catechins in tea help prevent food poisoning
because, as a powerful sterilizing agent, they kill germs and
bacteria.
Ceylon Treasures’ teas come from the highlands of Sri Lanka, the
world’s largest exporter of tea. We have several varieties of
black tea including Earl Grey, and we have four green teas
including Original, Lemon, Earl Grey and Jasmine. In addition,
we carry a large assortment of teas that not only enjoy the
benefits of black or green tea, but also the infusion of spices
and flavorings known to have additional health benefits of their
own.
For instance, take Clove Flavor Tea from Batik. Cloves have
significant amounts of eugenol, an anti-inflammatory. And cloves
also contain their own flavonoids that contribute to the effects
of the flavonoids in the tea.
Cinnamon Flavor Tea from Batik has the benefit of cinnamon’s
essential oils which qualify as anti-microbial, known for its
ability to stop the growth of bacteria as well as fungi.
Cinnamon may also aid in the processing of sugar by type 2
diabetics. But perhaps the best function of cinnamon is its
scent, known to be a brain-function booster. The scent actually
enhances cognitive processing!
Chamomile Flavor Tea from Batik is another popular flavor.
People have used chamomile tea for centuries when they felt run
down or stressed. However, new research actually suggests that
chamomile may have a variety of health benefits such as fighting
the common cold and the ability to relieve menstrual cramps.
Cardamom Flavored Tea from Batik may have a number of benefits
including reducing stomach cramps, stimulating digestion and
reducing gas.
Ginger Flavored Tea from Batik has a fascinating benefit of its
own. Research on motion sickness found that ginger actually does
a better job of reducing susceptibility to motion sickness than
Dramamine. While we don’t suggest replacing your Dramamine with
ginger flavored tea, you may find it very beneficial on those
long road trips or following the kids around the amusement park.
Ceylon Treasures also carries teas infused with the flavors of
many different fruits and even flowers, each with its own well
known benefits. The benefits of our Calcium Tea and our Vitamin
C Teas are self-explanatory.
Whatever tea you choose to enjoy from Ceylon Treasures, remember
that no tea should be considered a replacement for sound medical
advice from your practitioner. While each of our teas has its
own benefits, drink tea first and foremost for the wonderful
flavors of this popular light beverage.
Tea Gift Ideas
Hand-carved Metal Kitchen Canisters filled with
specially selected tea
Hand carved Canister
filled with broken orange
pekoe tea.
