The preparation of an invigorating, aromatic drink that drives away sleep from tea tree leaves has been known for a very long time. Previously, it was more used for ritual purposes, attributing magical properties. Presumably, he came to us from ancient China, although this cannot be stated unequivocally.
Properly brewed tea contains a lot of health benefits: biologically active substances, caffeine, theophylline, flavanoids.
Tea varieties can be divided into enzymatic (black), non-enzymatic (white, green), and semi-enzymatic (red, blue, yellow). Its properties also depend on the qualitative composition.
People who cannot stand coffee enjoy this magical drink.
Useful properties of tea:
- Just 3 cups of tea a day will protect against stroke and brain tumors.
- White tea has anti-inflammatory properties.
- Mildly increases blood pressure and, due to the gradual release of tannin, does not stimulate the activity of the heart muscle as dramatically as coffee.
- It has a diuretic effect.
- Temporarily relieves asthma attacks due to the ability to dilate the bronchi.
- Strongly brewed tea has a beneficial effect on peristalsis disorders.
- Black tea slows down the growth of bacteria, due to which plaque, calculus, caries are formed on the teeth.
- Regular consumption of it promotes longevity due to its antioxidant properties.
As with any medicine, tea has contraindications. It is undesirable for people with increased excitability, insomnia, high blood pressure to drink strong tea, but weakly brewed tea - as much as necessary. The ability of tannin in tea to bind iron can cause anemia if consumed with or after meals. Therefore, doctors do not recommend drinking most medications with this drink.
What kind of healing effect tea can have depends on its correct brewing.
There are many, both common and original methods.
For this ritual, the properties of water play an important role. It is better that the water is soft, it is spring or mountain. It is advisable to stand the water supply for several days.
Rinse the porcelain teapot with hot water, add a certain portion of tea, pour 2/3 of boiling water over it and leave under a linen napkin for 5 minutes. Then, topping up to the limit, you can treat yourself to a delicious drink.
Tea drinking is a delicious tradition, when, having gathered at a round evening table, you can take a break from a noisy active day and enjoy a conversation with your family. Tea not only helps in the treatment of various diseases, but also creates an atmosphere of comfort and warmth in the house and in our souls.
