Tea Stories
Anonymous September 06 2017
"I like my coffee black, my beer from Germany, wine from Burgundy, the darker the better. I like my heroes complicated and brooding, James Dean in oiled leather, leaning on a motorcycle. You know the color. ("Ode to Chocolate.")Tea flavors combined in muffins September 04 2017
I am regularly seeing recipes for muffins containing green tea, Earl Grey, peach etc., so I'm getting together with Chef Ruth this week to see what she can conjure up in the way of such dainties, as I figure they would pair nicely with afternoon teas. Watch this space.Antioxidents September 01 2017
Flavonoids (aka polyphenols) are amongst the antioxidant group responsible for the elimination of free-radicals. Black tea and bergamot oil both contain high levels of these antioxidants, making Earl Grey an advocate for skin health and balanced aging.Weight Loss? August 31 2017
The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition announced in 2012 that tea drinkers, particularly women, are capable of losing weight more quickly than those who don't drink any tea. Tea drinkers are also more likely to have a lower body mass index and total body fat.Skin Health August 28 2017
Antioxidants are the body's natural way of resolving free radical activity, either by promoting their decomposition or preventing them in the first place. When the body doesn't have the level of antioxidants it needs, it cannot contain a free radial epidemic, which over time can lead to poor skin aging and sometimes even cancer.Cancer Prevention August 26 2017
A study in China looked at over a thousand cancer occurrences, and found that tea drinkers are at less risk for developing cancer within the digestive system. Another study by the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition revealed that prostate tumors in tea drinkers often progresses at slower than the average rate. The same study revealed that tea intake could reduce the risk of lung cancer in individuals who were non-smokers.Heart Health August 25 2017
The effect of tea on heart health is still being explored across the world, and we've only reached the tip of the iceberg. With tea, it's been shown that the flavonoids in tea prevent endothelial dysfunction by preventing the slow breakdown of the lining, keeping it capable of doing its job, which leads to a lower risk of heart disease.Relaxant August 24 2017
L-theanine is an amino acid that causes tea drinkers to experience a state of calm and ease, thanks to the increase in alpha brain wave activity. Along with improving your overall mood, L-theanine also contributes to reducing depression and anxiety.Oral hygiene August 22 2017
One of the lesser known benefits of Earl Grey tea is its ability to prevent oral wear and tear. The antioxidant catechin is well documented in its ability to fight oral infections. Earl Grey takes the next step by providing fluouride, a compound found to provide protection against cavities and other forms of tooth decay. Tea stains aside, your teeth will thank you for drinking Earl Grey, and particularly 50 Shades of Earl Grey.Digestive Aid August 21 2017
Caffeine found in tea can help relieve constipation, while bergamot oil is especially useful for calming an upset stomach and relieving acid reflux and nausea. Together, they give your digestive system a boost.Fever relief August 19 2017
Bergamot oil (which is used in Earl Grey tea) is a tasty way to relieve yourself of a fever. By stimulating hormone secretion, bergamot oil causes your body to find hormonal balance at an elevated level, relieving you of a fever.Earl Grey Tea August 18 2017
Researchers have used concentrations of bergamot oil enzymes on the proteins infamous for disrupting healthy cholesterol balance, and found the oil to be very effective in lowering "bad" LDL cholesterol levels, while increasing "good" HDL cholesterol levels.
Cholesterol imbalance is one of the leading pathways to deadly heart disease, giving you yet another reason to love Earl Grey tea.