Technically speaking, tea is the dried and processed leaves of Camellia sinensis and includes four main varieties: Black, Oolong, Green and White tea.
Black tea- produced when tea leaves undergo an oxidizing process that turns the leaves black, has
the strongest flavor and the highest content of caffeine-about 1/3 caffeine you would get
from the same cup of coffee.
Oolong tea- is slightly less oxidized and has less caffeine.
Green tea- is steamed, rolled and dried immediately after harvest, which halts the oxidation
process, allowing the leaves to retain their green color.
White tea- undergoes the least processing - the young tea buds are picked and then air dried.
Green tea from Camellia sinensis.
Experts believe that flavonoids are the key health-promoting -ingredient in tea. These polyphenol antioxidants are present in many foods and plants, including tea leaves, and have been foun to help prevent cell damage. Recent research suggests that tea may protect against heart disease and many types of cancer.
Herbal tea.
Herbal tea is not really tea at all, but actually an infusion or tisane made from various leaves, flowers, fruit or herbs. Herbal tea is sometimes enjoyed for its delicious taste and many times enjoyed for its medicinal properties.
Lemon Verbena herbal tea.
While real "tea" boasts many healthy benefits, a major pro to herbal tea is that it is caffeine-
free. Also you can tailor your tea to your needs by selecting herbs and plants that address the health issue you want to target.
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