Black Tea

 I always enjoy an occasional cup of Black Tea during the mornings to start my day off. 90% of the Western population consumes Black Tea and it contains more caffeine than less oxidized Teas. The family of this tea group includes: Earl Grey, English Breakfast, Orange Pekoe, etc.

There are so many types of teas available that I love trying them and blogging facts and benefits of each type.

Unlike high levels of caffeine found in coffee, the low amounts in black tea promotes blood flow in the brain without overstimulating the heart. The caffeine in black tea sharpens mental focus and concentration, and the trace element fluoride inhibits tooth decay.


                        Benefits of drinking black tea:

• Calorie free if drank without milk/cream/sugar
• Reduced risk of stroke
• Reduced “bad” cholesterol
• Improved functioning of blood vessels
• Reduced risk of coronary heart disease     
• Reduced risk of cardiovascular disease
• Reduced risk of cancer
• Increased immune function
• Reduced inflammation
• Reduced risk of diabetes
• Reduced stress
• Increases your metabolism
• Reduced iron absorption to help people who suffer from hemochromatosis.