Discover the benefits of the youth elixir

Tea is an ancient drink, whose historical path is as wide as the cultures that incorporated it into their rituals and everyday life. For the Chinese, Japanese and Indians, this herb is a fundamental ingredient in any cuisine. These populations have known and enjoyed the benefits of tea for many years.

incredible.club wants you to be able to take full advantage of this miraculous drink, the so-called elixir of youth. Get to know the 5 types of tea that exist and the properties that each one has to contribute to your health.

Tea is a specific herb, precisely called the tea tree – camemelia sinsnsis🇧🇷 The infusion of its aromatic leaves is the drink we all know. However, not everyone knows the difference between tea and aromatic water. Infusions can be made from any herb, such as chamomile or mint, but only tea can be produced from the leaves of this particular tree. The difference between tea and other herbs is that it contains antioxidant and energizing properties, whereas other plants do not.

The 5 types of tea come from the same plant, but differ in the way the leaves are harvested and treated to obtain specific flavors and effects. Sometimes the herb is dried and matured, on other occasions it is collected when it is still very soft and it is possible to dehydrate it by processes that chemically modify it. Cultivating, harvesting and preparing tea is an art that is still in its infancy in Western culture.

These are the 5 types of tea obtained in specific cultivation and harvesting processes. Different types of preparations and recipes are obtained from each of them, such as chai tea, iced tea or mixtures with other aromatic herbs.

White tea is the least known variety in our culture. To obtain it, it is necessary to collect the buds when they are still very young and soft, and this makes the infusion produced the most subtle and smooth. Several scientific studies have shown that white tea contains a much higher amount of polyphenols than green tea and, for this reason, its antioxidant power is also much more potent. This is why it is recommended to prevent tissue aging, to improve blood cholesterol levels and to reduce the risk of cancer.

To obtain blue tea, it is necessary to dry the leaves of the plant and pass them through a less intense oxidative process than that carried out in black tea. Its content full of antioxidant substances makes it very useful to reduce the risk of heart attack and other cardiovascular diseases. It can lower the blood cholesterol level and is also recommended for weight loss.

Black tea is obtained when the leaves undergo the most powerful and prolonged oxidative process of all. This is the reason for its dark color and strong, dominant flavor. Being the most popular of all, it is also one of the most beneficial: it helps to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases, as it stimulates the heart and protects the inner walls of the arteries. Stimulates the nervous system, as it contains methylxanthines, which make it the ideal drink to start the day. The theine it contains is similar to caffeine… able to bring vitality without harming your body. In addition, it has a diuretic effect, preventing fluid retention. It also helps to relax the bronchial muscles, improving breathing.

Also known as pu-erh tea, red tea has a characteristic, earthy, strong flavor and its color is dark red. This is because the leaves undergo a post-fermentation or maturation process in special cellars. This process can take several years and is what allows this variety of tea to acquire a mystical flavor and a powerful effect helping to ‘burn fat’. If you want to lower the level of fat in your blood and help your body lose weight, we recommend that you drink three cups of this delicious treat a day. It also has a diuretic effect, helping to eliminate liquids and improve digestion.

This is the most popular of all teas in Asian countries, and in recent years it has also gained fame in the West. To obtain it, the leaves oxidize very little. It contains a large amount of catechins and isoflavones, which provide a high antioxidant power, which prevents premature aging of all tissues in the body. Additionally, it reduces the risk of breast, lung, stomach, prostate and colon cancer. It also prevents hardening of arterial walls (atherosclerosis), reduces the risk of cardiovascular accidents, helps with weight loss, can increase thermogenesis and decrease fatty deposits in the liver. In addition, it contributes to maintaining the good health of the nervous system.

Tea is an extremely healthy drink, it brings a huge amount of benefits to the human body and has almost no negative effects on our health. It is therefore considered by many as the elixir of youth and its consumption has more advantages than coffee and other drinks that stimulate the nervous system. Now that you know… have a nice cup of tea in a nice comforting moment.