Tea Time: The What’s and How’s of Three Popular Teas
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Are you someone who struggles with random pains and ailments? Is your stomach always bothered? Tea detoxes might just be the solution you need to reset your mind and body. They’ve been used by our ancestors for years to treat different illnesses. Let’s see the most popular today, and what they are used for.
1. Black Tea

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Many people like an early grey or an English breakfast in the morning either with some sugar or just plain. And, with reason, as this tea is packed with benefits for our health. One variety that stands out in particular is none other than Ceylon tea famous for the floral and calming flavour.
It is a little different from the other black teas because it is harvested from a different species of Camellia sinensis plant than other teas. This tea originates in Sri Lanka where many other delicious teas are produced in a warm tropical climate. The tea has notes of citrus and is full-bodied. The taste can be strong or weaker depending on which ones you choose.
To be able to fully experience the rich and aromatic taste and flavour notes, it’s best to get your own cost-efficient supply and buy bulk Ceylon tea in loose leaves as it also provides more of the advantageous polyphenols and catechins. If you’re able to come across quality suppliers that guarantee the quality of their products, you might get a flavourful taste from the tea bags with fine fanning particles too.
What are the benefits of Ceylon black tea?
- It has antioxidants that aide in reducing free radicals in the body and cell damage.
- It reduces the risks of cancer.
- It reduces atherosclerosis which is thickening or hardening of the arteries caused by a buildup of plaque in the inner lining of an artery.
- It lowers the risk of heart attack and cardiovascular diseases.
- It’s naturally antibacterial so it can help improve acne and pimples.
- It’s stronger than vitamins C and E for arthritis symptoms.
- It improves memory and reduces anxiety.
- The list doesn’t end with what this delicious Sri Lankan tea can do. To reap the benefits, you should consume no more than 4 cups a day, although you may notice a local Sri Lankan drinking more than that. Keep in mind, it’s best to drink black tea after a heavy meal as it helps in digestion too.
How to brew?
It’s generally recommended to use about 2.5 grams of tea leaves per 237 ml of water. For this tea you only need about 3-4 minutes to steep, as the longer you steep the more caffeine you get. But, if you want more caffeine in your drink this is too a great alternative to coffee. It has a significate amount of caffeine but is still much lower than coffee.
2. Turmeric

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If you’re looking to add some colour to your tea drinking ritual, this super spice is a great idea as it’s not only delicious but multipurpose. Native to southern India and Indonesia, turmeric has a peppery aroma and strong, slightly bitter flavour. The powder form has long been a spice for anti-inflammation and glowing skin but it’s so much more. The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin.
What are the benefits of turmeric?
- It reduces inflammation thus helping with ailments such as arthritis or stilling bones.
- It may help slow the growth of cancer cells.
- It helps lower the risk of heart diseases.
- It can help in the treatment of depression.
- It can boost your immune system.
How to brew?
Turmeric tea can be made with grated turmeric root, turmeric powder or packaged turmeric tea, either loose-leaf or in a tea bag. You can buy in bulk much like the bulk Ceylon tea to save money in the long run. For one cup of tea, I recommend 1 cup of water, 1 tsp of turmeric and cinnamon, and tbsp of honey. Allow this to steep for 10-15 minutes and you will be amazed at how delicious and savoury this will taste.
We know turmeric tea has many health benefits and is naturally caffeine free. It is recommended to drink about 2 cups or 500 mg of this tea a day to see the benefits. Give it time and be consistent. You will notice the differences in how you feel.
3. Green Tea

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This is yet another anti-inflammatory option high in antioxidants. This tea is possibly the most popular as it’s universally known for its power-boosting effects, especially with weight loss. Flushing out toxins is what we want most with a detox, out with the old and in with the new, but there’s certainly more this brew can offer.
What are the benefits of drinking green tea?
- It reduces bloating.
- It helps with weight loss.
- It boosts your immune system and protects your liver from the damaging effects of toxic substances such as alcohol.
- It can mobilise the fatty acids from fat tissues thanks to the caffeine, making them for use as an energy storage.
How to Brew?
Green tea needs only 1-3 minutes to brew with only one teaspoon per cup. For a proper detox, you should have 3-6 cups a day supplied with lots of water. Your liver will be happy. You can buy green tea in a variety of ways. For a tea with the most benefit be sure to choose quality, and take note of its aroma and the origin.
It’s Time for You to Brew

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Your body will thank you the better you treat it, so choose your drink wisely. Tea is always a great idea, and you will see the benefits and be hooked to keep going and make more changes to live healthier the minute you start consuming it on a regular basis. After reading this, I am sure you feel as I do that it’s certainly teatime!