Chinese Tea And Health Benefits
For reference purposes only, we list some of
the benefits of Chinese Teas as commonly
recognized in Traditional Chinese Medicine:
Black Tea
Reduce fat, protein and low-density “bad”
cholesterol
Rich in fluoride, promotes dental health
Reduce fatigue, stimulating the central
nervous system
Promotes strong bones
Enhance blood vessel elasticity and
strength
Green Tea
Tea catechins have anti-bacterial and
anti-virus properties
Regulates cholesterol and high blood
pressure
Bacterial killing properties in the mouth
and intestines
Tea catechins and polysaccharides can lower
blood sugar
Improves blood flow
White Tea
Can reduce inflammation caused by
rheumatoid arthritis
Can control insulin secretion
High source of Vitamin A, can prevent dry
eyes and night blindness
Can reduce radiation levels and repair DNA
damage
Oolong Tea
Polyphenols prevent tooth decay
High source of Vitamin C, good for the skin
Can reduce skin irritations
Can improve the performance of enzymes that
break down fat and increases fat metabolism
Can lower cholesterol
Muscle relaxant in the bronchial tract
Can regulate body temperature
Pu-Erh Tea
Aids digestion and fat break down
Has been used in the treatment of
arteriosclerosis, colds, bleeding and
hepatitis
High level of Vitamin C which is soluble in
water and can be rapidly assimilated by the
body
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