White Tea, Healthy Tea

Do you think tea suits only Indians and Chinese? Would you avoid tea simply because coffee is easier to make? It's time to do some serious tea thinking then! Contrary to popular belief in some countries, research shows that tea has many health benefits. It enhances immunity and has cancer fighting properties. Therefore, a hot cup of tea or two, you have a lot of good and no harm. 

You must have read about or come across different varieties of tea: black, green and oolong. White tea is comparatively rare and expensive, and only few have heard of it. It comes from the leaves of Camellia Bush the same as the other varieties of tea, the difference is clear from the way it is processed. 

  

Black tea is fermented black, and the fermentation results in the loss of some beneficial components of tea leaves. Green tea undergoes no fermentation and is produced by either steaming or slightly heating the leaves. It is a healthier option than black tea. Oolong tea lies in between these two varieties, in the form of processing. 

White tea is made from the very young leaves and buds of Camellia plant. The name white tea comes from the fine white hairs on the young buds. Some researchers, however, propose that the name comes from plain boiled water that was served when tea leaves were not available humble Chinese homes. White tea has traditionally been associated with the elite classes in China. 

White tea is the healthiest choice among the different varieties of tea as it undergoes little processing and no fermentation. It is made by steaming and drying the selected buds and leaves. The flavor is mild and sweet, and research shows that it has greater cancer fighting power than green tea. Another benefit of white tea is that it has low caffeine compared with green or black tea. It is also known to protect skin from sagging. Therefore prestigious cosmetic companies make a beeline for white tea. A word of caution: avoid white tea if you suffer from stomach disorders. 

The best way to prepare white tea is to add it to the water before it boils. This variety of tea is mainly produced in China and Japan, but Darjeeling in India is also known for it. Fujian Province in China is famous for this type of tea. Some of this tea is also grown in Sri Lanka. White tea has some interesting names like tribute eyebrow, silver needle, white peony, golden moon, and white cloud. 

Given the benefits white tea, you can slow it takes to refresh yourself and gain health benefits in the process. Researchers suggest that four cups of green tea a day is ideal for promoting good health. Since white tea has more effective properties, should only a few cups keep in the pink of health. Promote tea drinking at home and your workplace, and lots of recharged people will thank you!