White Tea, Green Tea and Black Tea all come from the same plant, Camellia Sinensis. Many are aware of the benefits of Green Tea but not as many Studies have been done on White tea. But White Tea possesses many, if not more benefits than Green Tea. Being the least processed of all the teas, it retains its nutrients and antioxidants, making it extremely beneficial to the body.
Various Studies have been done on White Tea, showing the many health benefits it has to offer including: anti cancer activity, blood pressure reduction, antioxidant and anti aging, body fat reduction. protection against heart disease, Parkinson's disease.
The Polyphenols found in White Tea benefit the skin due to their UV absorption properties. Applied topically, they protect it from damaging UV rays, and taken internally, they protect it from components that damage the skin's fibre network.
White tea can be drunk either hot or cold, and makes a very refreshing drink . It has a smooth, plea itsant flavour and for those find Green Tea strong, and somewhat bitter, it is an excellent alternative.
Having suffered from raised blood pressure, I did some research and I came up with some drinks that have blood-pressure lowering effects. My iced white Tea and Hibiscus recipe is delicious, and more important, is a healthier alternative to the sugary drinks we are tempted to reach out for when thirsty. I have combined White tea which is reported to have blood-pressure lowering benefits, with Hibiscus, another plant that has been proven to reduce blood pressure, The result is a delicious drink the whole family can enjoy at anytime. Please opt for organic White tea and Hibiscus whenever possible. This is important so you can avoid pesticides and the potential harm they can do to your health.
Iced Hibiscus White Tea recipe
INGREDIENTS
Makes 5 - 6 Cups
For White Tea:
- White Tea - 3 Teabags
- Hot Water - 4 cups
- Cold Water - 6 cups
For Hibiscus Ice cubes:
- Wild Olive Gourmet Hibiscus- 1 Tbsp
- Cold Water - 2 cups
Steep hibiscus leaves in cold or room temperature water overnight or for one hour. Sieve the leaves and pour the drink in ice cube trays. Freeze till solid.
Place White Tea bags into a teapot and pour hot, but not boiling water over it. Remove teabags after about ten minutes and add cold water . Place in fridge till cold.
To serve, pour into a tall glass, add sugar or honey to taste and add the hibiscus ice cubes.
Enjoy!
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| Iced white tea with hibiscus |
WHY BATHE IN TEA
First, what are bath teas and why do you need them? With our hectic ,busy lifestyles, stress has become an inevitable part of life for many of us. One way to relieve this is a warm bath tea soak. A herbal bath is an excellent way to relieve muscle tension, relax and also boost your mood . Soaking in the herbs is a much quicker and effective way of absorbing the nutrients and properties of the than just drinking it. The warm water gently releases the healing properties in the herbs and the fragrance fills the air, benefiting not just the body, but the mind and soul too. Try to soak for at least 15 - 20 minutes to ensure that your skin absorbs the properties from the herbs.
A tea bath can help with repairing sun damage, soothing, rejuvenating, balancing and detoxing the skin, among many other benefits.
Our Bath Teas have been carefully blended with epsom, dead sea or himalayan pink salts , milk and beneficial oils to promote a good night's sleep, soothe, repair and remineralize the skin, leaving it soft, supple and rejuvenated.
Those who do not have a bath tub or have no time for a bath soak can still enjoy the benefits of a bath tea by filling a muslin cloth with the herbs and hanging it over a shower head so the water trickles down through the cloth. Another option is to do a foot soak with the herbs in a basin and the feet submerged.
Caution:
Pregnant women should consult their doctor before first.
Those with a heart condition should consult their doctor before use.
Not recommended to use very hot water.
Do not soak for more than 25 minutes.
Drink some water before and after taking a hot bath.
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