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Tea is the most commonly consumed beverage in the
world after water. Whether it’s black, green,
or red tea, they all contain high levels of antioxidants,
some of which are called polyphenols, flavanoids,
and catechins. The health benefits and even cosmetic
value of tea has been known and used for centuries.
It is thought that tea contains ten times as many
antioxidants as you’d find in fruit and vegetables.
The anti-cancer properties of antioxidants have been
repeatedly demonstrated in numerous studies, with
some suggesting that those in tea may reduce the risk
of gastric, esophageal, and skin cancers if one consumes
4 to 6 cups of tea daily. Other studies have indicated
that antioxidants help prevent blood clotting, boost
the immune system and can help prevent strokes. Studies
have also found that tea drinkers have a lower risk
of heart disease, that black tea (which is used in
chai) may lower “bad” cholesterol, that
black and green tea can slow down the spread of prostate
cancer, and may even protect against the cancer caused
by smoking. Green and whit tea fight colon cancer.
The cosmetic properties of teas have been utilized
for some time, at a fraction of the cost of spas and
wellness centers.
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Revitalize
tired, puffy eyes, sore feet, and soothe minor
cuts and abrasions by brewing a half-cup of
unscented black or green tea leaves in 1 quart
of boiling water for at least 10 minutes. Strain
the leaves and set aside, then cool and refrigerate
the liquid.
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Apply
the cold tea with a cotton pad onto minor cuts
or scrapes and leave on the affected areas for
5 minutes, then repeat without washing off the
solution. Sunburns can also be relieved by soaking
cotton pads in cold tea and then applying them
to the affected area until the burn begins to
cool.
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Soak
cotton pads in the cold tea and lay them over
your eyes, keeping them on your eyelids for
10 minutes. You can also refrigerate used tea
bags to use the same way.
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For
the perfect way to relieve sore, tired feet
after a long day walking or running, it is best
to soak your feet in cold tea for 15 minutes.
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For
facial rejuvenation, try mixing one teaspoon
of fine cornmeal with cooled chamomile tea to
create a gentle scrub. Let dry, then gently
rub off with a moist cloth. (Not for sensitive
skin) |
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To create
a gentle exfoliating paste, combine chamomile
tea and powdered milk. Apply to the skin, let
dry, and then rub off before washing. |
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Herbal
chamomile tea can also be used to bring out
natural highlights in the hair. To nourish and
strengthen hair, warm (do not boil) a half-cup
olive oil, 2 teaspoons fresh ground lavender,
and the dry contents of 2 peppermint tea bags.
Massage the mixture into the scalp with damp
hair. Cover the hair with a showercap to keep
in heat for 20-25 minutes. Shampoo and rinse
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Besides tasting great and possessing restorative properties,
tea has myriad other health benefits. All of our loose-leaf
teas are made of the finest ingredients and are 100%
natural without additives or preservatives, so it tastes
good and is good for you. |
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