Discussions of food normally focus on nutrition and flavor. However, recently more attention is being paid to the role of food in bio-regulating functions. Foods that possess this regulatory function are called ” bio- regulatory functional food “. According to Dr. Inaba, who classifies food by his ” bio-regulatory functional food table “, green tea [...]

Canadians have been large consumers of tea since their early pioneer days. While the American Revolution was taking place in the 1770s and many American colonists were boycotting tea as a symbol of their defiance, some colonists refrained from following their neighbors and instead, remained loyal to the monarchy, the British Empire, and, of course, [...]

“A reader had requested some muffin recipes so she could make them for her son who was returning home for Christmas. This batch includes the unusual — but evidently very popular on the West Coast — recipe for Green Tea Muffins.Not being an ingredient most of us have readily available on our spice rack, you’ll [...]

Tea has always been my beverage of choice. This is great because by many accounts tea is very healthy, with several compounds in it that are thought to contribute to a healthier if not longer life. If nothing else, it is a tastier way to help you consume that near gallon of water we are [...]

Different experimental findings have now established conclusively that drinking tea–black, semi-black and green–has beneficial effects on the human system.
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Tee for Austrians really means “tea with spirits.” In Austria, tea is drunk mainly with liquor in it.
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Reducing caffeine content should not be a hindrance to enjoying great tea, and decaffeinating our full leaf teas can be done easily with minimal effect on flavor and enjoyment. Simply steep the tea for 45 seconds in hot water and then pour off the liquid. Then, add hot water and steep in the manner you [...]