Black tea is an increasingly popular beverage worldwide and one of the most widely consumed beverages globally, consumed either plain or with milk and sugar for flavoring. Popular varieties of this drink include Earl Grey, Bigelow or Chai and can come in different varieties that range from Earl Grey, Bigelow or Chai flavors. Filled with caffeine as well as antioxidants and other phytochemicals it has numerous health benefits that include lowering risk of cardiovascular disease by up to 8 percent; increasing metabolism; preventing cancer as well as cholesterol reduction and plaque formation prevention in blood vessels. According to studies conducted on three cups daily consumption can reduce your risk by 8 percent!
Herbal tea and black tea both derive their leaves from Camellia sinensis plants; however, their main difference lies in how each is prepared: herbs can be steeped in water to create an infusion while true tea uses hot water method to make a brew from its leaves. Black tea leaves are more heavily oxidized than its green or white tea counterparts which gives it its darker hue and bolder flavors; its strength lies in this process of oxidization which also affects strength and aroma levels; numerous factors influence these characteristics including where it was grown, how long allowed oxidization occurred, heat treatment after oxidation occurred, etc.
Black tea’s polyphenols – particularly its thearubigins and flavonoids – contain powerful healing antioxidants which provide powerful benefits to your body. Antioxidants help neutralize free radicals which damage cells while delaying aging and chronic diseases from emerging, as well as improving insulin and decreasing blood sugar levels.
Black tea offers numerous health advantages, including strengthening teeth and bones by limiting plaque development and suppressing bacteria that causes tooth decay – helping you avoid dental cavities! Furthermore, its polyphenol content may boost energy levels while also decreasing cardiovascular risks by lowering LDL cholesterol and blood pressure levels.
Tea can also help support weight loss as it contains low calories but a wealth of essential minerals and nutrients, helping your metabolism run efficiently and giving you extra energy throughout the day to remain active and healthy.
As well, herbal tea can trigger allergies due to containing various plant parts such as seeds, roots, fruit and flowers. Therefore, it’s wise to read labels of any herbal tea you purchase to ensure you don’t react adversely – that way, you can find your perfect cup! Some popular varieties of herbal tea are Chamomile for soothing nerves; Peppermint for digestion/nausea issues; and Echinacea as it boosts your immune system.