Monsoon Pleasure
Holding a cup of tea and grabbing a book in your hand is something every other person on this earth would love to do, especially, during the monsoons. People get to enjoy the blend of petrichor and the aroma of the tea they are sipping. Tea is unswervingly the most consumed beverage in the world after water. Prepared and loved in almost every corner of this world, tea is also the best stress-buster for many. China is honoured to offer this world with this aromatic herb which has an astringent flavor to it that people enjoy consuming. Moreover, in some countries including China, tea is taken as a substitute of plain water for the purpose of pleasure or just for the sake of staying healthy. One world news brings out the most enjoyed and healthy forms of tea from around the globe:
White tea
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White tea is the purest and least processed of all the teas. This makes it the most beneficial among the wide range of tea which are grown in many parts of the world. Loose tea leaves are brewed in boiled water at not more than 70-75 degree Celsius. White tea has tender and light flavor to it, people may add sugar and milk according to their preferences.
White tea boosts our immune system and has many positive effects and helps to fight against various diseases like cancer, heart disease and stroke etc. Though it is not grown in India, it can be found at stores and markets. It also promotes recovery and strengthens the circulatory & immune systems besides, keeping the bones and teeth healthy.
Black Tea
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Black tea is the most widely available and used variety of tea and shares 75 percent of global tea consumption. Black tea is made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant which are typically rolled and fermented, then dried and crushed. Black tea has most caffeine quantity (around 40mg per cup). As black tea takes more of a brewing time, it tastes stronger than any other form of tea.
Black tea helps in staying agile as it contains caffeine which stimulates the heart rate, resulting in instant energy. However, excessive intake of black tea should be avoided, it is an addictive drink.
Green Tea
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Green tea is most popular form of tea; it is mostly preferred by Asians. Green tea is delicate and lighter than black tea. Mild tea lovers prefer green tea over black.
Green tea is full of antioxidants and has a lot of health benefits in it, drinking green tea improves the oral health and inhibits antibacterial activities. It keeps our heart healthy & reduces the blood pressure and also increases the bone mineral density.
Oolong Tea
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Oolong tea is a traditional Chinese tea and is slightly similar to black tea apart from the fermentation time being less. Its caffeine content is also lesser than black tea (approximately 30mg per cup). Though, oolong tea is richer in taste. It is also beneficial if you are on your diet as it may prove as an aid to weight loss. The taste of oolong tea majorly depends on the horticulture and style of production.
Oolong tea strengthens the bones and makes our cardiovascular system stronger.
Herbal tea
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Herbal tea is not believed to be a common tea. It is basically the combination of beneficial herbs, dried fruits and flowers. It contains no caffeine. Herbal tea serves as an immune system booster and also stimulates our metabolic and catabolic activities. It has no negative or side effects, provided it does not include a wrong herb or any herb which the person is allergic to.
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