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The Tea Spot -Premium Loose Leaf Teas
Experience gourmet loose tea with our handcrafted, signature blends, and single-estate full leaf teas. Our selection of hand-picked, organic, & fair trade loose leaf tea supports traditional harvesting methods and offers premium flavor & health benefits. So drink up, and feel good about it!
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Health Benefits of Loose Leaf Teas Tea Health Benefits - Summary
- Rich in antioxidants
- Helps prevent Cancer
- Bolsters immune system
- Increases metabolic rate
- Lowers cholesterol levels
- Strengthens teeth & bones
- Promotes focus & awareness
A Japanese priest in the 13th century wrote a lengthy treatise on the health benefits of tea stating, "Tea is a marvelous elixir of health that has the capacity to prolong human life. Most medicines treat only a single ailment, but tea is a panacea for all ills." A bold statement, but today’s research studies are now lending support to his claims. Although green and white tea has received more news media attention than black and oolong tea, all teas have their own medicinal strengths. Studies conducted around the world have shown that tea drinking might protect against such serious diseases as strokes, cancer and heart disease. Tea’s medicinal potential springs from antioxidant compounds called polyphenols. These polyphenols scavenge cell–damaging free radicals, which are linked with cancer–causing genes and cause LDL cholesterol to form artery-clogging plaque. The polyphenols in tea are 20 to 30 times the antioxidant potency of vitamins C and E. Further, tea is low in caffeine; it has just enough to elevate the mood and improve blood circulation. Tea is not as harsh on the system as coffee and it contains no calories, fat or sugar. Green tea contains ascorbic acid in amounts comparable to a lemon, as well as B vitamins, potassium and other minerals. All teas contain fluoride, a mineral that prevents the development of plaque which leads to tooth decay. Simply put, tea is one of life's pleasures. It makes people feel better and provides a quick relaxing escape from life's hectic pace. This 5,000-year-old drink is here to stay, and its future looks very exciting.
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