Health Benefits of Tea Ingredients
A glance of some science discoveries on the health benefits of functional ingredients in tea
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Nutrition facts |
Function |
Major Health Benefits |
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Catechins(Tea Tannins)
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anti-oxidizing, anti-inflammatory, anti-septic, anti-viral, anti-tumor, anti-mutation |
block UV, help indigestion, reduce risk of atherosclerosis, prevent dental caries, reduce cholesterol (LDL) and blood fat level, inhibit tumor growth. |
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Flavonoids |
antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, anti-bacterial, anti-viral |
lessen inflammation, reduce atherosclerosis, lessen phlebothrombosis, reduce cholesterol. |
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Vitamins (Vc, folic acids, etc) |
nutrition supplement anti-scurvy |
prevent scurvy, boost body immunity. |
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Alkaloid (Caffeine) |
diuresis, stimulant |
enhance short term memory, raise alertness. |
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Amino acids (Theanine) |
nutrition supplement |
neuroprotection, mood-enhancing |
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Minerals (fluoride, manganese, potassium etc.) |
nutrition supplement |
prevent gum disease and tooth caries. help bone growth, maintain body fluid level |
* For female, during menstruation, pregnancy and lactation periods, it's advisable to reduce your daily intake of tea (other caffeinated drink as well), and not make a strong cuppa. (see previous post "for gals who drink green tea")
