Few drinks compare to tea in popularity. Since ancient times, it was grown on special plantations. Some varieties of tea have a beneficial effect on the nervous system, improve overall tone, make sleep better and even improve immunity. This habitual, but unusual drink will be discussed in this article.
At the place of origin, Chinese, Indian and Ceylon are distinguished, Turkish, African, Sri Lankan is less common. According to the method of oxidation, there are two main types of drink: black and green; the first is highly oxidized. According to this "color" classification, there are also such varieties of
tea: red, white and yellow.
First, consider black and green. The first variety, contrary to strong opinions, does not paint teeth in dark color, it does not contain as much caffeine as in coffee. Black tea differs from green in that it is fermented for a month during manufacture and then dried. They are rich in catechins (a type of antioxidants), contains tannin, and it also helps to absorb vitamin C. Nevertheless, this type of drink should not be consumed by people who suffer from hypertension, irritability or irritability. Also, do not drink it too regularly or too brewed, because this can cause constipation.
Green tea is rich in polyphenols, helps reduce body weight. Some of the substances
included in its composition, inhibit the growth of malignant cells. Green tea differs from black tea in that it was not subjected to special processing, and therefore all natural substances in it were preserved. Nevertheless, despite his undoubted benefit, he is not a panacea for all diseases, and he should not drink more than five cups a day. This drink is contraindicated for those who suffer from
gout, arthritis, rheumatism and similar chronic diseases. It is also worth noting that caffeine, which is part of it, can be addictive with regular use.
Now let's talk about other "colored" varieties of tea. They are not very wide
distribution in our country. All these are varieties of Chinese tea. So, yellow is suitable for true connoisseurs. Its taste is refined, gentle and unique, and the smell is aromatic. It is made only in China. For a long time, this drink was kept secret in the Middle Kingdom. The technology of its preparation is special - it is not the leaves that go to it, but the buds of the plant. They are kept for a while for a couple, after which, wrapped in parchment, they languish, while adhering to a certain balance of moisture and heat. Its price is very high, but it justifies itself.
White tea is also not cheap. However, it retains all its properties almost in their original form. It quenches thirst and refreshes even on the hottest day. It is the most exquisite of all the types listed above. Elite varieties of tea generally have a better effect on the body than the more familiar ones, and also have a more refined taste.
There is another type of classification. By type of tea leaves, tea varieties are as follows: high-grade leaf, medium-grade (leaves are partially chopped) and low-grade (completely chopped, or waste).