Benefits of Tea

• Tea contains about 20 types of amino acids. Amino acids are the building blocks of protein. Proteins are needed as the body's cells need enzymes to exist, survive and divide. And enzymes are made of proteins. L-theanine is the most abundant type of amino acid in green tea. 
• Tea leaves are said to be high in Vitamin K. This vitamin's most important function is to aid in blood clotting. A deficiency of this vitamin may lead to impaired clotting and hence, more open to easy bruising and bleeding. 
• Antioxidants in tea help fight the ravages of free radicals that are seen as the source of many of today's debilitating diseases. Did you know that aside from the catechins that are so abundant in tea, there are a lot of other types of antioxidants?.
• Tea leaves and drink have very high mineral content. Minerals are the chemical elements that support certain structural and functional roles in the human body. Among the minerals abundant in tea are phosphorus, calcium, potassium,magnesium and manganese. 
• Herbal Teas are more properly referred to as 'tisanes' or more loosely, infusions, to distinguish them from the true teas which are derived from the camelia sinensis plant. Tisanes are made from placing herbs in hot, near-boiling, or even boiling water, and then steeping them for a short period of time. There are thousands of herbs that can be made into tisanes. 
• The quality of the water used to brew the tea is very important. It is believed that the water used must be free of contaminants and contain enough oxygen to enhance the natural flavor of the tea. Teas made with pure water yield a crisp flavor and a clear brew that is aesthetically pleasant.