Insider’s Guide to Chinese Teas – Part 2 Oolong

Posted on March 8, 2011 by piscator

Wiping the sweat from his brow whilst tending his drying tea leaves, a farmer spotted a black serpent nearby. Startled and worried, he ran off and did not return for a few days, thus ensuring the serpent was no longer around. Unfortunately, he had left his leaves in the full glare of the Southern Chinese sun and the leaves had changed colour. Out of curiosity, he brewed them and found that they gave a pleasant, sweet and floral flavour. Oolong tea was born.


OK, that is one of the interesting legends that seem to surround the origins of many types of tea and is probably not literally true. Oolong tea seems to date back only to the end of the Ming Dynasty, around 400 years ago. No one really knows for sure. Oolong is a cross between Green and Black teas, it is processed much more than Green but less than black and is oxidised somewhere between 15 and 70 percent. The first stage of the processing is to bruise the leaves so that they can oxidise more readily. Once oxidised to the extent required, the tea leaves are rolled and fired to halt the oxidation process. Those with less oxidation are sometimes referred to as


 


“green Oolongs” whilst ones that are at the top end of the oxidation scale are “brown Oolongs”.


The tea therefore is supplied in small balls which expand in the cup to produce their delicate floral aroma and flavour. There are a wide variety of Oolong teas available so if you have tried one, do not think that you know the flavour of Oolong.

In common with all pure, organic Chinese teas, this type is believed to confer health benefits. It has been demonstrated that the polyphenols (anti-oxidant chemicals) that are present in the tea can destroy free radicals. Free radicals are implicated both in heart disease and cancer situations. The levels are less than in Green teas but are still significant, which makes Oolong a healthy drink.

This tea is very often used as the basis of slimming (or weight loss) teas. Certainly it is a low calorie alternative to other drinks as it is taken without milk or sugar, but it would need much more research under strictly controlled conditions to determine if it genuinely helps. Checking on forums about the subject, some people swear by it and claim that it has been very successful whilst others say they have noticed no difference. So maybe it just works for some? Whatever the truth, it would need to used as part of a diet and exercise programme rather than as a silver bullet that solves obesity.

Getting hold of this tea can sometimes be problematical; very few tea shops will offer it, unless they are high-class and sell gourmet teas. Buying it in health shops is not always possible, they tend to stock green teas and mainly teas in tea bags, which are too highly processed to retain the flavour and goodness. However, if you are willing to buy via the internet, there are plenty of retailers. But beware, not all are equal. To have the best experience of Oolong tea, avoid tea bags, avoid the cheap ones. Choose pure, organic loose varieties – these are more expensive but will give you the best flavour and aroma.

To summarise; the complexity, regional varieties and level of oxidation create a variety of different tastes within a single type of tea – try several and you will see what I mean.

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Oolong Weight Loss Tea Proven to Assist Shedding of Pounds

Posted on March 7, 2011 by piscator

www.WeightLossTeaInfo.com A 400-year-old Chinese herbal remedy has just been proven to demonstrate significant fat burning properties which provides evidence to what keeps the Chinese population slim. This new herbal formula is now available in the West as a weight loss tea which allows users to maintain many of their original eating habits without having to go on a deprivation diet plan.

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Benefits Of Coffee And Black Tea Caffeine

Posted on March 7, 2011 by piscator

The ‘pick me up’ we get from drinking tea is a result of the caffeine in the tea. When black tea caffeine first was discovered in the year 1827, it was thought to be a new substance and was named theine. It was found to have effects identical to coffee and in fact, eventually it was found out to be the same caffeine as found in coffee, so the term theine was dropped from use.

Black tea caffeine has he same effects on the human body as caffeine obtained by drinking coffee. It will speed up reaction time and increase alertness as well as improve overall concentration.

It is thought that the increase in alertness and reaction time is a direct result of a stimulation of the cardiac and respiratory systems of the body which increases the amount of oxygen in circulation throughout the body. In addition to that, black tea caffeine stimulates the kidneys and digestive juices, and may even boost metabolism and eliminate toxins.

Some studies conclude that caffeine is beneficial in that improves the performance of the brain and helps to reduce heart disease and other diseases as well. More studies are needed to confirm these conclusions. Most dieticians continue to warn against consuming large amounts of caffeine since there are known undesirable side effects such as shortness of breath, insomnia, and heart palpitations.

However, there is an advantage to consuming black tea caffeine as opposed to the caffeine found in coffee. The reason is because there is less caffeine overall in a cup of black tea as opposed to coffee. A typical cup of coffee has around 16 mg of caffeine while a cup of black tea might have only 6 – 8 mg. So you could drink a few cups of black tea caffeine and not have the potent effects you might obtain from one cup of strong coffee.

There are actually many interesting factors which influence the amount of black tea caffeine that is present. The variety of the tea leaves as well as where on the tea plant the leaves are located play an important part.

Leaves that are toward the bottom half of the tea plant are older and have more phytochemicals and other plant substances than the young leaves toward the top of the plant. In addition to that, where the tea plant is gown, how it is cut, and the length of time it is brewed or steeped will all have an effect on the amount of black tea caffeine available in each cup.

Compared to other varieties of teas, black tea has the highest caffeine content and is probably due to the way it is processed since it undergoes a full oxidation which gives it a uniquely stong taste.

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CHOCOLATE SHOW (New York): Workhouse Publicity announces Chocolate Bar debut!

Posted on March 5, 2011 by piscator

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Weight loss reduction with the help of Oolong tea

Posted on March 5, 2011 by piscator

Tea is the beverage which has nutritional and medicinal value. It is very popular beverage among all sections of society. There are basically three main types of tea like green tea, black tea and oolong tea.

It is made through a different process. The raw tea leaves are firstly sun-wilted & afterwards, bruised, which exposes juices in to air. Due to it, the leaves used to oxidize and color turns brown like cut fruit. The leaves are then allowed to oxidize partially, for a rich and floral flavor. Then it is dried fully. The whole process gives a rich flavor to it. This is the unique quality for which it is known. The unique drying procedure creates the tea with many benefits like metabolic and stimulating features and attributes. Oolong tea benefits a lot like promoting healthy and strong teeth, improving mental well being and cognitive functioning, preventing allergies and eczema, clarifying the skin with radiant glow and strengthening the immune system of body. In case of medicinal benefits, oolong tea weight loss treatment is very beneficial.

It ranges from slightly fermented bright green tea to hearty dark-leafed tea. There are various varieties in different tastes and aromas. It is better than green tea as it burns over 157% more calories and fat. It is therefore the most popular tea for weight loss purpose.

Two cups of tea a day helps in shedding stubborn fat by boosting the metabolism and also blocks the harm effects of carbohydrates in regard to increasing fat.

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What You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Wu-yi Tea

Posted on March 4, 2011 by piscator

What You’ve Always Wanted to Know About Wu-Yi Tea

Words like free “radicals,” “toxins” and “antioxidants” fill news reports as concerns mount due to frightening statistics indicating a steady rise in the number of cases of cancer and other serious diseases and conditions, including obesity. Wu-yi tea, a specific variety of oolong tea that’s grown in the mountains of China, is the latest addition to the list of hopeful alternatives to attract attention as a healthy way of losing weight and naturally protecting yourself from a host of ailments.

Wu-Yi Tea and Its Natural Health Benefits

Wu-yi tea is grown and harvested in northwest China in the Fujian Province, and like all types of oolong tea, comes from the camellia sinensis plant, however, it’s the distinct process used to dry and ferment the tea leaves is what’s said to give it the boost in antioxidants and polyphenols, which is what helps the body to burn fat.

Thanks to research conducted by some of the world’s most brilliant scientists from Japan, China, the U.S., and Europe, we now know of the many natural ingredients present within authentic wu-yi tea and how they each have a beneficial affect on the body. Polyphenol is a substance naturally present within the tea that stimulates a process known as lipolysis, which in layman’s terms, means the break down of fat.

How Wu-Yi Tea is Grown and Harvested

The intricate growing and harvesting processes necessary to produce authentic wu-yi tea is definitely time consuming, which is the reason this type of tea is more expensive than others. Any manufacturers that skip any of these crucial steps aren’t producing wu-yi tea the way it was intended and aren’t really creating genuine wu-yi tea.

Step One: Following centuries of ancient tradition, wu-yi tea leaves are picked in the early morning sun and then immediately set out to dry and age for a certain amount of time, which will actually depend upon the month of year and the positioning of the sun.

Step Two: After drying, tea leaves are carefully shaken into woven baskets crafted from bamboo, which is said to “tenderize” the edges of the leaf, and then laid out on woven drying mats for curing.

Step Three: After two to three days of curing, the leaves are brought indoors for the fermenting process, which is critical for ensuring the most delicious tea that will also be packed full of powerful antioxidants and fat-burning properties.

Step Four: Next, leaves are hand-rubbed, which stimulates the releases of the various beneficial chemicals and enzymes and also enhances the tea’s flavor. Sorting and careful checking for quality are done before the process is complete.

Step Five: You, the consumer, drink the tea at least twice a day, enjoying natural weight loss qualities and the additional positive benefits of wu-yi tea.

There are actually many different varieties of wu-yi tea, including wu-yi jin mei, a member of the oolong or wu long category, but with so many to choose from, how is it possible to decide which is best for your needs and your tastes? While taste is merely a matter of personal preference, using authentic wu-yi tea is what really matters most. The level of polyphenols and antioxidants are significantly higher in wu-yi tea, making it the ideal addition to any sensible weight loss plan or health care regimen.

If you’re interested in the positive health benefits of wu-yi tea, you may find the following site documenting a real case study of wu-yi tea and weight loss of benefit, http://www.wuyitearesults.com Further information at Authentic Wu-Yi Tea will also prove as a beneficial resource and guide.

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