Hi Everyone...
We have all heard of Green Tea... We have been told about all of the health benefits of it and you see it everywhere!
However, do you know about the benefits of WHITE TEA?
Let me tell you... If you didn't know, there are 4 different categories of tea which all comes from the same tea plant which is Camellia Sinensis. Those categories are White, Green, Oolong and Black. What makes each category of tea unique is the amount of processing done to the tea.
White Tea is the most delicate of the four major tea categories as it is the least processed. Because it is the least processed, it contains the greatest amount of antioxidants than the other categories (you know, the less you alter something the better it is). These antioxidants help protect your body against free radicals which wreak havoc on your skin. White Tea has amazing anti-aging properties!
It is best to use loose leaf white tea. There are a couple of stores which strictly sell loose tea.. My favorite is a store called TEAVANA (they have about 160 stores nationwide).
Simply steep the tea in 175 degree water (boiling water with 2 ice cubes -- trust me its still an enjoyable cup of hot tea, but plain boiling water will burn the leaves) strain and drink. To get the best benefits from White Tea (or any tea) is to drink 2 cups daily minimum for about a month. By that time you should start to get the benefits of the tea. You can also soak a washcloth in the steeped tea (make sure its skin comfortable before applying) and place like a pack on your face. Leave on your face for about 10-15 minutes. Repeat 2-3 times daily for maximum benefits.
My company Desert Sierra Naturals is actually in the process of developing skin care infused with White Tea.
Until Next Time!
Shermaine
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