Herbal Teas of Chinese Origin
Herbal teas of Chinese origin are really not true teas, in that they are infused with herbs and are not derived of the Camelia Sinensis plant form. Steeping them, allows the herbs to be pulled from them. Usually, these kinds of teas are used by the Chinese for their health benefits. But, they are also liked and used just for their flavors and taste. Presently, these can be widely purchased in the country as they produce thousands of different herbs. Herbal teas from China give individuals who like to drink tea, many a choice by offering them a ...
Oolong Tea
Oolong tea is an ancient Chinese tea that according to some experts is similar to green tea and black tea in that it is half way fermented. Oolong tea is clear and fragrant like green tea. It is also refreshing and strong, like black tea. It has been said that the aroma of oolong tea will linger in your mouth and relieve a sore throat. The origins of the name itself are somewhat of an enigma in Chinese tea history. It is not known whether the tea is actually named after a place or a ...
Wonderful Chinese Green Tea
If you haven’t tasted green tea lately, you should. It is a great tea for cooling down on hot summer days. Green tea is probably one of the most popular of the Chinese teas. Green tea fights off inflammation and leaves you feeling cool. Some even say it fight off a fever. People all over the world know about the benefits of wonderful green tea. It has been known since ancient Chinese culture to have medicinal properties. The Chinese use green tea to fight off a wide range of illnesses, including headaches ...
About Chinese Herbal Teas
Varieties of Herbal Tea from China
The Chinese call their herbal teas Tisanes. These are infusions of various herbs rather than of the tea plant, but they are used in the same way, by steeping the leaves in hot water. There is a long tradition in China of using plants for medicinal...
Green Tea Benefits
So, do you want to have some added benefits by drinking your favorite beverage? Well, if your beverage of choice happens to be tea you are in luck. Green tea happens to be one of the best teas for you. But, how exactly is green tea made? Well,...
Can Tea Help to Prevent Cancer?
Tea has long been held to have medicinal benefits among Asian and Indian communities. As far back as the 12th century, it was being written about in the “Book of Tea”. This work, by a Zen master, describes how tea was believed to...
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Guide to Black Teas from China
What is usually referred to in the West as Black Tea, due to the color of the dried leaves, is known in China as “red tea” due to the reddish color it creates when it is added to hot water. It has been drunk around the world for many centuries,...
The Many Flavors of Chinese Tea
What do we know about Chinese tea other than it is brewed and delivered to us in a teapot and a tea cup or both. Even when served to us steaming hot at a Chinese restaurant, our education of the tea that we are drinking doesn’t go much beyond that...
Finding the Perfect Bulk Green Tea Online
The array of bulk green teas available on the market today can be somewhat bewildering. It can be an overwhelming task, trying to work out which type will suit you best. It is always a good idea to shop around and get an idea of what is a good price,...
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The Place of Green Tea in a Healthy Diet
Green tea’s claims of extraordinary health benefits often sound miraculous, and it is easy to assume that they are exaggerated or even completely made up, but since scientists have begun testing out some of these claims they have been finding more and more evidence that there is something really beneficial in green tea. One stunning report from... [Read more of this review]
Snacking On Green Tea Mints
The idea behind green tea mints is that the health benefits of green tea should be made readily available to everyone- including those who may not enjoy or want to drink green tea itself. It is the antioxidants in green tea that are believed to be responsible for its healthy effects. Antioxidants have been demonstrated to protect the body against... [Read more of this review]
Should I Be Drinking Black Tea Rather Than Coffee?
Do you greet the morning with a steaming cup of coffee? If so you’re probably aware what it is in your coffee that wakes you up so well, but have you ever considered what that caffeine is really doing to you? Black tea has a similar effect on the body, but at a much lower intensity that makes it a much healthier option for your breakfast or work-break... [Read more of this review]
Well Known Chinese Herbal Teas
Some times called Tisanes, Chinese herbal tea is technically not really tea at all! They are actually infusions that have been created with herbs. Teas are typically made with the wonderful Camelia Sinensis herb. Extracting the essences of the herbs can be done by steeping it with hot water. Traditionally, Chinese herbal tea is used for the medicinal... [Read more of this review]
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The Power Of Chinese Green Tea
