Oolong Tea Health Benefits
Date : 2010-05-15
Tags : Oolong Tea, Health Benefits
Oolong teas, known as half-or semi-oxidized, or semi-fermented teas are traditionally manufactured in Fujian, China. In order to give a rich flavor, fresh shoots
with one bud and three leaves are gathered as they reach their peak on the bush and are immediately processed. First the leaves are wilted in warm air and
then they are shaken in bamboo baskets so that the edges of the leaves become slightly bruised. This means that there will be a certain amount of oxidation
during the subsequent processing. When steeped in boiling water, oolong teas often give off a fruity or perfumed aroma and a smooth but complex flavor.
Oolong teas contain more caffeine than green teas but less than black teas. One ounce brews from 15 to 20 cups of tea.
What Are the Health Benefits of Oolong Tea?
The presence of polyphenols has itself been linked to many health benefits. It has been found to reduce the presence of markers associated with inflammatory
diseases, including coronary artery disease. In addition to polyphenol, Oolong tea also contains two other antioxidants. It has more catechin than black teas
and more thearubigin than green teas.
Oolong Tea and Weight Loss
(herbs come from a variety of plants). Over time, the plant has protected itself from photosynthetic stressors by forming chemical compounds known as
polyphenols. Polyphenols, which include flavonoids, have the same beneficial class of compounds, antioxidants, that make fruits and vegetables good for you.
The Weight Loss Tea
Oolong Tea: the raw leaves are sun-wilted and then bruised, which exposes their juices to the air, so the leaves oxidise and start to turn brown like a cut fruit.
They are allowed to oxidise only partially, giving them a rich, floral flavour. The tea is then dried fully; locking in the rich flavors that oolong tea is known to
offer.
Dental benefits
Black tea helps keep harmful plaque bacteria in the mouth that cause gum disease
Tea, especially oolong, has been shown to suppress dental plaque deposition in humans ,and it helps to prevent cavities.
Oolong Tea: These semi-fermented teas have some of the same qualities as green and black teas; they are full-bodied with a fragrant flavorful and fruity,
sweet aroma. Low in caffeine and relaxing.
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