Health Benefits Of "Tea"
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Camellia sinensis is the worlds most popular herbal remedy. It has been used for centuries to treat asthma and other respiratory problems, colds, coughs, diarrhea, dysentery and headache. This herb has many antioxidant benefits that maintain health and may slow the aging process and contains astringent tannins, which account for its binding action in diarrhea. Teas are also a good source of fluoride, which helps prevent tooth decay. Both green and black teas contain more fluoride than fluorinated water. The tannins in it also may help fight the bacteria that cause tooth decay. During the process of black teas, the insides of the leaves are exposed to oxygen longer, resulting in the darkening of the leaves. It is also generally stronger and has more caffeine. Oolong is semi-oxidized.
Most people do not consider teas, chocolate, or coffee as herbs, but all are actually herbs. One cup of tea contains just less than half as much caffeine as one cup of brewed coffee. As with all herbal nutrition supplements, tea supplements should only be used in amounts typically recommended for medicinal purposes and you should always consult with a health professional first especially if you are pregnant, nursing or taking prescription medications. CHEMICAL & NUTRIENT CONTENT: Caffeine, flavonoids, fluoride, oxalate, polyphenols and tannins. GROWING: Tea is not a garden herb in the United States. It is a small evergreen tree that grows to the height of 30 feet in the wild, mainly in India, Indonesia, and Sri Lanka. SUGGESTIONS: Other herbs with stimulant actions include angelica, astragalus, basil, blue cohosh, camphor, cinnamon, dandelion, dong quai, fennel, ginkgo, ginseng, gotu kola, hawthorn, mint, rosemary, and thyme. TEA |
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