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Originally Posted by LilBro
what teas provide the most health benfits???? never heard of some these chai and Mate teas.....
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Its hard to say which provides the most as there are several different types of tea and each has its own benefit.
White Teas -High in antioxidants, aids in detoxifying the body, studies show white tea is excellent for skin/complexion reducing fine lines and wrinkles.
Green Tea: Studies show green tea aids in detoxifying the body, regulates your blood sugar, and promotes healthy teeth, skin, and bones.
Black Tea: May assist in lowering cholesterol/Good for the Heart. Medical research suggests black tea promotes healthy teeth, skin and bones.
Oolong Tea: Studies show that drinking Oolong during or after a high-cholesterol meal has been shown to lower the intake of fat content in the blood. Promotes healthy teeth, skin and bones.
Rooibos Tea: High antioxidant content and rich in vitamins and minerals. Caffeine free, may aid in relieving allergies, and great for hair, teeth, skin, and bones.
Herbal Tea: Most are high in vitamin C and rich in antioxidants. The majority are naturally caffeine free.
Pu-Erh Teas- assist in lowering cholesterol/Good for the Heart. Reputed as a "diet" tea since studies show it aids your body to digest fat and saturated oils.
Mate Tea: This tea serves as a great appetite suppressant rich in vitamins, minerals and antioxidants and wonderful diet tea. Reports suggest Maté will keep you going longer than just caffeine, without the crash associated with drinking coffee or soft drinks.
I keep several types at my house and have replaced my ritual coffee drinking with tea
. If you are interested in trying different types may I suggest visiting
http://www.teavana.com, they have a great selection and good information about the health benefits