Post on 23-Jan-2018
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Reasons to drink Oolong Tea everyday!
If a line should be drawn between black and green tea,
oolong tea (also known as Wu Long tea) would be found
in the middle in terms of caffeine content and strength.
The difference between oolong tea and other teas lies
in the way it is processed and the amount of oxidation
it was allowed to undergo after harvesting. When
oolong teas are plucked, they are kept in a controlled
environment to give room for oxidation. When the
leaves are rolled or packed, they are done in such a
way as not to let the cell structure be broken.
The contribution to the good health of Oolong tea is
anchored on its active ingredients which includes:
Polyphenols (e.g flavonoid)
EGCG
Catechins
Caffeine (in reduced amount)
The health benefits and the reported side effects are as a
result of the aforementioned active ingredients. Having
mentioned benefits for a long time, there is a need to
mention them.
This twelve benefits of drinking oolong tea will keep you
reeling in regret each day you fail to drink oolong tea.
REASON #1
Weight loss: oolong tea has a good amount of
caffeine. Caffeine is stimulants which are known to
increase the rate of metabolism in the body. Weight
loss will arise when the rate of metabolism in the body
is greater than the intake of nutrients. There have also
been researched to support this claim.
REASON #2
Presence of oxidants: oolong tea has a fair share of
oxidants. Examples of known oxidants it contains are
EGCG and Flavonoids. Oxidants help to remove free
radicals from the bloodstream, which when allowed to
remain can lead to some dangerous health conditions.
REASON #3
Inviting taste: the taste of Oolong tea is mild
because of its high level of oxidation. This can come in
handy in helping people suffering from loss of
appetite to boost their want for food.
REASON #4
Abundant antioxidants: antioxidants are known to
prevent cancer and other diseases. Antioxidants also
reduce cell damage and is invaluable in repair of
damaged cells. The two very important antioxidants
found in oolong tea are flavonols and flavanols.
REASON #5
Lowers the cholesterol level in blood stream:
polyphenol molecules are known to be lipase
activators, an enzyme that breaks down fat. We all
know that fat (cholesterol) can block the bloodstream,
inhibiting blood flow which can result in death.
REASON #6
Reduce dullness of the senses: because of the
caffeine content, oolong leads to mental alertness.
REASON #7
Reduce risk of heart disease: elimination of
cholesterol means there will be no hindrance to blood
flow which will increase pressure in the heart.
REASON #8
Youthful skin: oolong helps to reduce damage done
to the skin by the harsh rays from long exposure to
sunlight leaving you with a youthful skin.
REASON #9
Antimicrobial properties: tea in general has
antimicrobial properties which serve as immune
boosters.
REASON #10
Anti-inflammatory properties: the anti
inflammatory properties of Oolong tea help it to fight
arthritis rheumatoid.
REASON #11
Oolong tea is good for strong bones because it acts
against osteoporosis.
REASON #12
The presence of oxidants in Oolong tea helps to
remove free radicals from the blood. These free
radicals have cancerous tendencies.