Popularity of Tea

Back in the ancient times in the Mediterranean basin were discovering the benefits of olives and grapes, but the people for the other side of the world were involved in remarkable discoveries by realizing the leaves of the specific plant have different aromatic properties that could have a magical effect. In China, the plant named Camellia Sinesis was discovered. An accident led to a discovery that the leaf of Camellia Sinesis turned the ordinary water into aromatic water which was later recognized by the whole world as a tea. The second most popular drink in the world is Tea after water which is widely used throughout the world. Buy why it is so popular?

·         Tea is widely available in different varieties and flavors. Just like that white or red tea does not have the same taste in the same way different tea have their taste. Green tea is made purely from the dry leave of the tea plant. The black tea is organized and stronger than green tea. Green tea is dried fast whereas green tea is roasted. One type is oolong tea which is a variation between the black and green tea. The fruit tea or the herbal teas are only infusions but not teas.  There is different range of choices of teas available to choose from and something for everyone.

·         Tea is invigorating and refreshing, but they are not bitter or overpowering as the coffee could be. Tea is healthier than carbonated drinks and can be used all day long without any side effects as of carbonated beverages.

·         There is less amount off caffeine present in tea as compared to coffee which means you can enjoy an extra cup of tea which will be less stimulating like coffee. It is a perfect drink in the evening which will not affect your sleep.

·         You do not need special equipment or training to make a cup of tea. All you need is a kettle, cup, tea bag to make your tea. Most people prefer to make the tea in a teapot with the addition of milk and sugar. Loose tea is used with tea strainers by the connoisseurs. In this method, the fresh items are used as compared to teas made in kettle or microwave.

·         Different types of tea have their own specific brewing time and water temperature. If the timing is adjusted, the tea will not tasteful as it should be. A proper skill to make a cup will give extra taste.

·         The tea is grown in different countries like Kenya, Japan, China, India, and Sir Lanka and less produced in Turkey, Iran, and Brazil. The taste of tea also depends upon their place of origin and the method of preparation.

·         Tea is also widely known for its relaxing effects, but it can also be combined with sugar to reduce the effects of shock. This is the main reason why tea is offered to people involved in some accidents.

·         Regardless of the tea is grown in warm countries, tea is also offered as a warming drink to fight against the cold. However, you will find the cold as refreshing and warm when you drink it in the cold.

·         Green tea is also known as super tea because it has various health benefits as it helps to lose weight and lessen the effects of Parkinson or Alzheimer diseases.

·         The process of preparing tea varies very much according to different traditions, and it can be a social event itself. According to Japanese culture, tea ceremonies are formal, and a ceremony is a spiritual event as much as a social gathering. A combination of tea with a wet cake or dry cake slice can be a perfect combination during your work or a perfect hang out.

Health Benefits of Tea

According, to the Tea Association more than 65% of tea was brewed by the tea bags online alone in the United States. Out of total tea made 1/4^th consists of ice tea only with the decrease in the demand of instant tea and much popularity is gained by the loose tea in the coffee and tea outlets.  The tea is also considered the best beverages for health. Tea is free from any type of additives and calorie free with antioxidants, flavonoids and different biologically active substances which can be beneficial for your health. About a consumption of three to four cups per day is considered to be the healthy portion which prevents you from the heart diseases. The research shows the tea can also reduce the potential risk of cancer. A tea can be served anywhere, anytime and on any occasion in both forms, i.e., cold or hot. According to the statistics, a total sale of tea exceeds the amount of 2.25 billion $ in the supermarket retails which represent the increasing demand and users of tea by an annual increase of 10% during the last decade and a total of 16% increase in sales during the past 5 years.  If nothing