Episode 63: Tea Party
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Gunpowder Gimlet Cocktail Recipe
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Green Tea
Now You Know: Why Is 'Teatime' in the Afternoon?
The History & Etiquette of Afternoon Tea - Toms River, NJ Tea Room | 600 Main B&B
How Tea Parties Got Their Start—and How to Hold One Like a Victorian
When tea was first introduced to England, the leaves made the trip from China alongside a whole set of instruments and techniques. There were tea pots, saucers, bowls and other accouterments that were used in China at the time to brew tea — everything but the sugar, spoons and kettle came direct from China, says Pettigrew, and so did the ritualistic aspect of brewing tea in a certain way. (Tea’s high price also encouraged consumers to treat it carefully.)
Green Tea Quoogles
Tea is rich in polyphenols, which are natural compounds that have health benefits, such as reducing inflammation and helping to fight cancer.
Green tea contains a catechin called epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG). Catechins are natural antioxidants that help prevent cell damage, reduce the formation of free radicals in the body, and protect cells and molecules from damage.
These free radicals play a role in aging and many types of diseases. They may reduce the risk of dementia,
Try to choose a higher quality brand of green tea, because some of the lower quality brands can contain excessive amounts of fluoride
That being said, even if you choose a lower quality brand, the benefits still outweigh any risk.
Green tea contains less caffeine than coffee but enough to produce an effect. It also contains the amino acid L-theanine, which can work synergistically with caffeine to improve brain function.
The catechins in green tea may inhibit the growth of bacteria in the mouth, reducing the risk of bad breath.
Some controlled studies show that green tea may cause mild reductions in blood sugar levels. It may also lower the risk of type 2 diabetes.
Green tea may lower total and LDL (bad) cholesterol, as well as protect the LDL particles from oxidation. Studies show that people who drink green tea have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease.
Studies show that people who drink green tea may live longer than those who don’t.
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Gunpowder Gimlet Cocktail Recipe
Now You Know: Why Is 'Teatime' in the Afternoon?
The History & Etiquette of Afternoon Tea - Toms River, NJ Tea Room | 600 Main B&B
How Tea Parties Got Their Start—and How to Hold One Like a Victorian