HEALTH BENEFITS OF WHITE TEA

HEALTH BENEFITS OF WHITE TEA 

Tea is one of the most popular beverages worldwide. It is by definition derived solely and exclusively, and produced by acceptable processes, from the tender shoots of varieties of the species Camellia sinensis ,known to be suitable for making tea for consumption as a beverage.All kinds of tea originate from Camellia sinensis (earlier called Thea sinensis) which has the two subspecies var. sinensis (China tea) and var.assamica (Assam tea).The name "white tea" derives from the fine silvery white hairs on the unopened buds of the tea plant, which gives the plant a whitish appearance.The beverage itself is not white or colourless but pale yellow.

Tea has an attractive aroma, good taste, and health promoting effects, whichmakes it one of the most popular drinks in the world. As early as 3000 B.C. , the Chinese used it as a medicinal drink and as a beverage because of his effective pharmaceutical activity. Tea plants are now widely cultivated (in Southeast Asia including China, India, Japan, Taiwan, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia and in central African countries).

White Tea is the least oxidized of all types of tea.Because of this and the higher proportion of young bud leaves, white tea is usually very low in caffeine, which makes it a good choice for people who are watching their caffeine intake. Many people believe white tea to be even better for you than green tea because it has been processed less. Research has shown that white tea contains the same free radical fighting catechins as green tea. White tea can help to prevent heart disease, cancers and stroke, as well as helping to treat diabetes. High levels of calcium and fluoride help maintain healthy teeth, gums and bones. White tea is an excellent addition to your daily routine.