• Skip to main content
  • Skip to secondary menu
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
BlackDoctor.org
Where Wellness & Culture Connect

Where Wellness & Culture Connect

  • Health Conditions
  • Wellness
  • Lifestyle
  • Longevity
  • Resource Centers
    • Clinical Trials Resource Center
    • Wellness on the Yard
    • Cancer Resource Center
    • Immunocompromised Care
    • Top Blacks in Healthcare
  • Find A Doctor
  • BDO TV
Home / Longevity / Family Health / 5 Healthy Types Of Tea Your Body Will Thank You for

5 Healthy Types Of Tea Your Body Will Thank You for

types of tea

I know it’s hard to believe, but not everyone likes coffee. I’m one of those people that prefers the taste of a hot cup of tea. Not only does tea taste good, but it is also good for you. There are a variety of teas to choose from so you can mix it up depending on your mood.

Types of tea:

These are the 5 healthy teas that your body will thank you for.

1. Black Tea

Black tea is one of the world’s most popular drinks. You can enjoy the bold, brisk flavor in a glass of iced tea in the summer or a steaming cup in the winter. Black tea comes from the Camellia sinensis plant.

Single-origin teas come from one location in the world and are not blended with teas from other places. A blend of tea can have tea from multiple origins. Some single-origin teas are Darjeeling, Ceylon, and Assam. Blends are more popular among consumers and include flavors like chai, earl grey, and English breakfast.

You May Also Like
9 Foods You Should NEVER Eat after Age 30

Not only does it taste good, but black tea is also packed with health benefits. Black tea contains polyphenols which are antioxidants that can improve your overall health.

Studies have shown that regular tea consumption can lower your cholesterol, lower your blood sugar levels, strengthen your immune system, and reduce your risk of cancer and heart disease. Black tea contains lower amounts of caffeine than coffee and may improve your focus and energy.

READ: 7 Ways Drinking More Water Can Make Your Body Better

2. Green Tea

Green tea is grown all over the world. Like black tea, it comes from the Camellia sinensis plant. The difference lies in how the leaves are processed. Green tea leaves are not allowed to turn black (oxidize) and are quickly heated after they are picked.

You May Also Like
Learn About Merck's Research Studies For Patients With Kidney Cancer

In China, the leaves are pan-fried and in Japan, the leaves are steamed. When brewed, green tea is lighter in color and has a different flavor profile than black tea. It is usually green, light brown or yellow and has a less astringent taste than black tea. One of the most popular green teas on the market is the Japanese green tea matcha where the leaves are ground into a powder.

Drinking green tea on a regular basis can improve your health. It contains less caffeine than coffee and black tea, but has enough to improve brain function and focus. Studies have shown that green tea can improve your

Continue Reading

The Latest In Family Health

DVT

Dark Elbows & Knees: What Causes Them & How to Fix It

One of the most common questions about the appearance of skin is, “Why do knees and elbows become black?”.  The dark look of certain areas leaves many Black Americans wondering why these dark patches even exist and how to fix read more about Dark Elbows & Knees: What Causes Them & How to Fix It

Phylicia Rashad & Debbie Allen’s Mom Turns 100: “The True Renaissance Woman”

Phylicia Rashad and her sister played legendary motherly roles on "The Cosby Show" and "A Different World" respectively for decades. But in real life, it was their own mother, Dr. Vivian Ayers, who has been a major support to them, read more about Phylicia Rashad & Debbie Allen’s Mom Turns 100: “The True Renaissance Woman”

Sickle Cell Disease: Getting to the Root of the Problem

Content sponsored by Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated  Chances are you probably know someone who is or has been impacted by sickle cell disease (SCD). In fact, 1 in 13 African Americans have the sickle cell trait. While it’s considered a rare read more about Sickle Cell Disease: Getting to the Root of the Problem

Washcloth or No Washcloth In The Shower? Experts Weigh In…

So you find out that your "friend" doesn't use a washcloth when he/she takes a shower. We use "friend" loosely because there are some strong opinions when comes to using a washcloth or not using one. Some believe that you read more about Washcloth or No Washcloth In The Shower? Experts Weigh In…

Paula Patton’s Chicken Recipe Raises Questions on Cleaning & Cooking Chicken

Actress Paula Patton's fried chicken recipe video went viral--not in a good way. In the video, Patton said she was frying 138 chicken wings for her son Julian's school. (Patton shares Julian with her ex-husband singer Robin Thicke.) She is read more about Paula Patton’s Chicken Recipe Raises Questions on Cleaning & Cooking Chicken
Samuel L. Jackson

Samuel L. Jackson’s Wife, LaTanya Richardson at 70+: “We Never Compromise”

Behind every great man, is an even greater woman. Isn't that written somewhere? Well, if it isn't, then it's definitely the case with veteran and beloved actor Samuel L. Jackson's wife, celebrated actress LaTanya Richardson-Jackson. After all, she was the read more about Samuel L. Jackson’s Wife, LaTanya Richardson at 70+: “We Never Compromise”

Primary Sidebar

Subscribe to our newsletter

Poll

Popular Posts

6 Things In Your Home That Can Cause Cancer

things that cause cancer

3 Supplements You Should Be Taking Daily

daily report

World’s Oldest Woman Shares Secret to Long Life on Her 117th Birthday

World’s Oldest Woman Shares Secret to Long Life on Her 117th Birthday

Hip-Hop Legend of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony in ICU

Hip-Hop Legend of Bone Thugs-N-Harmony in ICU

Nelson Mandela’s Granddaughter Passes Away of Cancer at 43

Nelson Mandela’s Granddaughter Passes Away of Cancer at 43
Find a Culturally Sensitive Doctor

Footer

Where Wellness & Culture Connect

BDO is the world’s largest and most comprehensive online health resource specifically targeted to African Americans. BDO understands that the uniqueness of Black culture - our heritage and our traditions - plays a role in our health. BDO gives you access to innovative new approaches to the health information you need in everyday language so you can break through the disparities, gain control and live your life to its fullest.

Connect With Us

Learn More About

  • Hepatitis C
  • Diabetes
  • Sickle Cell
  • Mental Health
  • About Us
  • Privacy Policy
  • Advertise With Us
  • BlackDoctor.org Advertising and Sponsorship Policy
  • Daily Vitamina
  • TBH

Copyright © 2023, BlackDoctor, Inc. All rights reserved.