Best Teas for a Good HEALTH

White TEA
White tea is often the least-heavily processed kind of tea readily available on the market today. White tea leaves contain very high levels of anti-oxidants. The antioxidants in this tea, in particular, have been shown in many studies to fight off free radicals within the body. White tea also contains high numbers of flavonoids, which are a particular form of antioxidant that has been shown through numerous scientific studies to be effective in fighting off potentially cancer-causing cells.

Flavonoids have been shown to reduce the size of many of these harmful cells and even prevent new ones from forming. White tea’s high antibacterial and antiviral abilities, through the use of its high levels of anti-oxidants, make it one of the best teas on this list for overall health and disease prevention.

Green TEA

Green Tea is often considered to be one of the healthiest natural beverages on the market today. Green Tea naturally contains very high levels of a natural chemical found in plants, called EGCG (epigallocatechin-3-gallate). Much like white tea, the EGCG in green tea is a powerful antioxidant which can help rid the body of and prevent the growth of harmful cells within the body.

Black TEA

Like Green Tea, Black Tea also contains EGCG and carries many of the same benefits. Black tea is also an excellent source of caffeine, which can give you energy throughout the day. Black tea contains naturally occurring chemicals called ‘polysaccharides,’ which are carbohydrates that work to slow blood sugar absorption in the body. This can greatly help those struggling with issues related to diabetes, and may even help prevent diabetes from developing. The same properties which aid in sugar absorption also could aid in improving cardiovascular health, and maintaining blood pressure.

Additionally, by regulating sugar levels within the body, drinking black tea frequently over time may aid in maintaining a healthy body weight, depending on the drinker’s diet, as well as the added energy from the caffeine and ECGC. The added benefit of regulation sugar levels within the body may also aid in curbing sporadic cravings for sweets, as well as cause you to feel fuller for longer and prevent snacking throughout the day.

Chamomile TEA

Chamomile is actually a form of herb that comes from the daisy plant family. Chamomile, unlike the other teas listed here, often contains little or no caffeine, and it’s health benefits are often more subtle. The active ingredient in chamomile tea is a natural oil called bisabolol. This natural oil has very strong anti-inflammatory and anti-irritant properties, and can be used to treat constipation, stomach cramps, digestive irritation, pain and discomfort from irritable bowel syndrome, and even symptoms of PMS and menstrual cramps.

Chamomile is also highly recommended for those struggling with sleep disorders. It is often recommended as a natural aid for insomnia relief, and for the occasional sleepless night, or as an anytime stress reliever. For optimal results, drink a cup of chamomile tea 30-45 minutes before bed, to help the body feel relaxed, ease the mind, relieve stress and tension, and prepare for a healthy, happy sleep.