Oolong tea is made from parts of the Camellia Sinensis, the same plant used to make black and green tea. Oolong tea is good for weight loss, bone strength and density, and brain function. Read more: What Is Oolong Tea Good For? Article
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Does Tea Hydrate Better Than Water?
In the water-versus-tea battle, water still wins. Because water doesn't contain caffeine, sugar, or other additives, it's the purest form of hydration.
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Is Green Tea Better Than Normal Tea?
Both black tea and green tea have similar benefits. Green tea contains less caffeine than green tea, so it may be a better choice if you’re sensitive to caffeine.
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Is Tea or Coffee Better for Your Health?
Tea is generally safe, even in large amounts. While coffee is also safe to drink, high amounts can cause some problems.
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What Is the Best Tea for Detoxing?
Green tea seems to be the best tea for detoxing due to its antioxidant properties. Green tea is manufactured by withering, steaming, or pan firing, drying and grading the young tea leaves. Unlike black tea or oolong tea, green tea does not undergo fermentation.
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What Happens If I Drink Green Tea Every Day?
Green tea is a substance that has been popular for its health benefits for centuries. Green tea boosts immunity, reduces acne, aids in weight management, promotes heart health, may fight cancer, treats genital warts and helps promote brain health.
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Do Detox Teas Really Work?
The body has a natural detoxification system that eliminates toxins and harmful compounds. Hence, detoxing tea is ineffective and unnecessary for weight loss and detoxification. There hasn’t been any evidence regarding detox teas that these would flush toxins out of the body.
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What Is Ginger Tea Good For?
Good ginger tea can be a refreshing and revitalizing alternative to caffeine-containing drinks. However, moderation is the keyword. You should not drink more than one or two cups of ginger tea per day. Daily consumption of 4 g of ginger or less than two tablespoons is considered ideal.
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What Is Pu-erh Tea Good For?
Pu-erh tea has been popular in China and has been consumed to achieve various health benefits.
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What Is Turmeric Tea Good For?
A vital constituent of turmeric, called curcumin, makes the tea beneficial. Turmeric tea is prepared by steeping the turmeric root in warm water. Research suggests that curcumin is five to eight times more beneficial than vitamin E.
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