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Herbal Tea – Tea Time for a Healthy Life?
Posted by admin in Drinking, Healthy Life on July 7, 2011
Herbal teas have been around for thousands of years already but its rebirth in the Western world only happened in recent times. In Eastern countries however, the perceived powers of herbal tea has never waned and many Asians view drinking herbal tea as part of their regular routines.
What are Herbal Teas?
Also known as ptisans and tisanes, herbal teas are either fresh concoctions or packed tea bags produced from the extracted liquids of certain plants. Flowers and leaves are boiled in water. Roots and seeds can either be processed similarly or allowed to simmer on a stove. Herbal teas can also be sweetened if so desired.
Types of Herbal Teas
Persimmon – This herbal tea is often used as a health drink and a supplement of vitamin C. It is not however a good choice for drinkers who are intending to diet as well.
Raspberry – This is a popular flavor for teas and its commercialized version is sold in various establishments. Raspberry herbal tea is said to help in alleviating diarrhea. Read the rest of this entry »
Reduce Your Risk of Heart Disease By Drinking Coffee
We all know that drinking coffee can give you more energy, make you more alert, and overall just tastes great. This is why coffee has been so popular throughout the years, and why drinking it continues to be an important part of many people’s daily routine. There are many benefits to drinking coffee however, people fail to realize one of the strongest reasons to drink coffee.
Coffee can have tremendous health benefits. Research shows that consuming coffee in moderation lowers the risk of developing heart disease, and that drinking tea can reduce the risk of dying from it. These were the findings of a large study conducted by Dutch researchers. This study, conducted by various scientists and physicians at the University Medical Center Utrecht, analyzed data on coffee and tea consumption of 37,514 people of the Netherlands over a thirteen year period.
These studies showed that those who had between two to four cups a day of coffee decreased their risk of heart disease by twenty-percent compared to those people who drank less than two cups of coffee a day. While four cups a day may seem like a lot drinking coffee in moderation can still provide health benefits. Coffee in moderation does not have a significant impact, but can slightly, one’s risk of suffering or dying from heart disease. Read the rest of this entry »