During the day we can afford a few cups of tea. Tea when brewed briefly (up to 3 minutes) has the strongest stimulating effect, because in the first minutes the most caffeine enters the water. Longer brewing time changes the tea's calming properties.
Leavesteamay contain up to several times more caffeine (also called theine in tea) than coffee beans. The ready brewtea , however, has less than coffee, about 30 mg in a cup. This is due to the use of a small amount of dried herbs for brewing.
Green and white tea
They are fermented, thanks to which the final product is closest to the composition of fresh leaves. White and green teas have the highest content of polyphenols, which are beneficial to the circulatory system, detoxify, slow down the aging process and protect against cancer. White tea infusions, which contain the youngest leaves and donuts, have a straw color and a delicate, sweet taste. Green tea, on the other hand, is more bitter and tart.
Black tea
During its production, the tea leaves are completely fermented. As a result, they gain a characteristic taste and aroma, but lose some of the valuable antioxidants. Interestingly, more caffeine is released from the fermented tea leaves. Black tea infusions contain up to 3 times more than green tea!
Red tea (Pu-erh)
It is subjected to partial (about 70%) fermentation which contributes to the formation of its intense earthy aroma. Red tea infusions lower cholesterol, cleanse and strengthen the body, and support digestive processes. Pu-erh is also a real fat killer, which effectively helps to get rid of unnecessary kilograms.
This will be useful to youHow to brew tea?
Depending on the type of treatment applied to the tea leaves, the infusions prepared from them have a slightly different effect, composition and aroma. Slightly cooled water with a temperature of 60-80 ° C is best for brewing green and white tea. The leaves of unfermented and partially fermented teas can be brewed even several times, making it tasty and aromaticinfusions!
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