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Tea is the most widely-consumed beverage after water, and specifically refers to the plant known as Camellia Sinensis. It is grown throughout the world in mostly mountainous regions of Eastern and Central Asia and India, as well as parts of Africa and South America. Tea is the only plant that contains caffeine within the entire camellia family and is unique in the sense that it is the only caffeinated plant in the world that has the action of both uplifting and relaxing the body and mind, due to the combination of alkaloids and other health promoting chemicals. The differences in geographical terrain, processing methods, and seed varietals result in the five main teas that are prevalent throughout the world today: White, Green, Oolong, Black and Pu-erh.
Leaves of Camellia Sinensis soon begin to wilt and oxidize if not dried quickly after picking. White Tea and Green Tea is processed early to avoid oxidation. White Tea is packed soon after withering and drying, while Green Tea is heated in a specific manner before being packed. However, some teas are purposely allowed to go through an elaborate system of enzymatic oxidation, where the chlorophyll begins to break down in the tealeaves as tannins are released. Oolong tea undergoes a relatively short oxidation process, while black tea becomes darker and more fully oxidized. At a certain point, this natural oxidation process is halted through heating and drying, which deactivates the enzymes responsible. Pu-erh tea undergoes a different method of fermentation that allows the tealeaves to continue to age well while giving forth extremely valuable health properties. All kinds of tea contain high levels of antioxidants and health-promoting qualities. White and Green Tea usually have less caffeine than Pu-erh, Oolong and Black Tea.
WHITE TEA
High content of cancer-fighting antioxidants
Potent source of vitamins and minerals
Cooling and detoxifying
Lowest caffeine of all teas
Contains anti-aging and anti-stress properties
Promotes longevity and concentration
Rarest and least processed of all tea
GREEN TEA
High content of cancer fighting anti-oxidants
Antiseptic, antibacterial and anti-viral
Counteracts colds and flus
Maintains high immunity
Fights degenerative disease
Strengthens tooth enamel & fights bad breath
Potent source of vitamins and minerals
Effective for slimming and weight loss
OOLONG TEA
Contains a high content of tea polysaccharides
Reduces cholesterol and blood sugar levels
High content of anti-oxidants
Strengthens tooth enamel
Potent source of vitamins and minerals
Effective for slimming and weight loss
BLACK TEA
Helps prevent heart attacks
Helps prevent plaque build-up in arteries
Increases bone density
Contributes to oral health: kills bacteria in mouth that can cause cavities
Fights bad breath
PU-ERH TEA
Extremely effective tea for slimming and weight loss
Helps metabolize fatty acids and oily foods
Reduces cholesterol and blood sugar levels
Cleansing and detoxifying to the bloodstream
OTHER GENERAL BENEFITS
Promotes mental clarity and alertness
Stimulates neural activity and improves learning function
Provides even, sustained energy and sound rest
Much lower caffeine content than coffee
Strengthens immune system and has anti-stress properties
Cleansing, detoxifying, and longevity-promoting
Our teas and tisanes contain many therapeutic elements...
Amaranth Flowers: Heals stomach flu, diarrhea, and gastroenteritis.
Bergamot: Renown as the fruit that flavors Earl Grey tea, bergamot's essential oil has properties that help to soothe irritability, calm the nerves and ease the mind.
Blood Orange: Highest vitamin C content of all oranges, as well as rich in antioxidants,
phosphorus, iron, calcium, and vitamin A.
Calendula: Treats gastric ulcers, stomach ailments, sore throats, & mouth infections.
Cardamom Seed: Excellent digestive aid, reducing bloating and intestinal gas.
Chamomile: A calming, relaxing herb that is believed to sweeten the breath, settle the
stomach, calm the nerves, reduce stress, and help relieve insomnia.
Ching Chang Ye: Also known as "Senna Leaf", this plant from China helps to cleanse the colon,
relieve constipation, and detoxify the body.
Chinese Wolfberry: Strengthens the kidneys and boosts the immune system.
Chrysanthemum Flowers: A balancing tonic, helpful for the liver and the eyes.
Cinnamon: Purifies the blood, prevents infection, and aids in digestion; also good for diabetics,
as it reduces blood sugar and LDL cholesterol.
Citrus fruits: Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants, these help boost immunity for the body.
Cloves: Warm and stimulating, while helping to relieve vomiting in pregnancy.
Fennel: Cleanses and calms the digestion, while sweetening the breath.
Ginger: A digestive aid and anti-inflammatory agent, it soothes the stomach, helps digestion,
eases cold symptoms, minimizes travel-sickness, and relieves arthritic pain.
Ginseng: Boosts the immune system, renews energy, and helps to reduce the effects of aging.
Hibiscus: Purifies the blood, enhances complexion, promotes hair growth, and effective with
scalp disorders
Honey Bush: Soothing, and calming to the nervous system, it also eases constipation.
Jasmine Flower: An aphrodisiac with a soothing quality to help to calm the nerves.
Lavender: Soothing, calming, and antiseptic. Relieves headaches and intestinal gas.
Lemon: Refreshing, rejuvenating, and detoxifying. High in antioxidants and vitamins.
Lemongrass: Induces sleep, loosens mucus, and eases stress. Not recommended for
pregnant or lactating women.
Lemon Myrtle: An antibacterial & antifungal agent with a sweet scent.
Lemon Verbena: Refreshing, relaxing, and good for digestion.
Orange Peel: A natural diuretic and digestive aid.
Peppermint: Sweetens the breath, calms the digestive system, and reduces heartburn.
Rooibos: A delicious tisane. rich in vitamin C, mineral salts, proteins, and a high proportion of
antioxidants to help the body fight free radicals.
Rose Petal: Nourishing to skin, high vitamin C, blood purifier, eases colds, flu, infections.
Spearmint: Colds, flu, gas, vomiting during pregnancy, sweet flavor.
Yerba Mate: Antioxidants, amino acids, vitamins, minerals
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