If you decide to improve your health, then choose white tea. We will tell you about its medicinal properties and reveal all the secrets of this magical drink. The tradition of tea drinking is known in many countries and has its own characteristics. In general, there are three main types of tea traditions: Eastern, English and Russian. At the same time, the first to start growing different types of tea were the Chinese. It was in the East that the first mentions and evidence of tea culture were discovered. Today, about 25 countries are considered to be tea producers, and every year breeders are bringing out more and more new varieties of tea.
The most common types of tea are black and green. Each of them has beneficial properties for our body. But there are species that are rarely found, but also have medicinal qualities, for example, white tea. It contains many useful vitamins and minerals. Due to the fact that many essential oils are also present in the composition, the tea has an extraordinary aroma and taste. White tea, unlike other types, contains much less caffeine, which is much better tolerated by the body.
White tea varieties
In the photo above and below, dried white tea leaves ???? (Bai Hao Yin Zhen "Baihao Yinzhen"). Wikipedia says that there are only 6 types of this drink, here are the 4 most basic:
- Bai Hao Yin Zhen (translated from Chinese means "white-haired silver needles");
- Baimudan ("white peony");
- Show Mei ("the eyebrows of an old man");
- Gong Mei ("eyebrow, offering, gift").
The most expensive and respected for their useful properties and unique taste are the first two varieties of white tea, the second two are slightly inferior in quality and are considered "simple". These varieties of drink are obtained from certain tea bushes, the most popular are Da Bai Hao (large white fluff) and Shui Xiang ("daffodil", sometimes also dark Shui Xiang).
In the photo below, a clipping of the text from Wikipedia about the technology of making white tea:
Properties of white tea
The Chinese people are very respectful of this type of tea. People believe that he will give them immortality. And this is true, because it is not for nothing that it is considered one of the most expensive varieties. The fact is that its leaves do not undergo any heat treatment; the entire harvesting process takes place manually, adhering to special rules. That is why, the healing qualities of this drink are able to prevent and cure many diseases, for example:
- increases immunity, due to which the occurrence of infectious diseases is minimized;
- prevents the occurrence of oncological diseases;
- helps to treat excess weight, is often used in diets as a staple product;
- lowers blood cholesterol, therefore, helps to avoid the onset of diabetes;
- reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease;
- used as an excellent remedy for wound healing;
- kills all harmful bacteria and microbes, cleanses the body of toxins;
- strengthens bones, which helps to avoid the appearance of rheumatism;
- used as an antiseptic in the treatment of diseases of the oral cavity;
- treats varicose veins.
In addition to the positive effect on the body, this drink has a beneficial effect on the skin. It is very often used in creams, as it slows down the aging process of the skin, and also makes it elastic and velvety.
Watch the video about the beneficial properties of white tea in the program "Life is great!" with Elena Malysheva:
Storage rules for white tea
Since white tea is a special drink, its storage also has its own characteristics:
- Before buying such tea, pay special attention to the date of manufacture. After all, it cannot be stored longer than 12 months. During this time, all useful substances disappear. It is good if there is an opportunity to buy it by weight. But only in this case, the shelf life should be no more than 5 months.
- When choosing this variety, it is important to carry out such a test: if you rub the leaves with your fingers and they turn into powder, this indicates poor quality raw materials, if the leaves break into small pieces, but at the same time, they do not roll, the storage and collection technology is correct.
- The container in which these leaves will be stored should be hermetically closed and at the same time not have any smell, because tea can absorb this smell, after which its taste will deteriorate.
- It is also important to remember that the place where the tea is stored should also be free of foreign odors. For example, don't put spices, coffee, etc. with it.
- Try to place your white tea in a dark and dry place. Ideally, if the air temperature is 19-22 degrees, and the humidity should not exceed 50-60%.
White tea making technology
Brewing white tea is somewhat different from making regular tea. For brewing, the water should not be boiled, but hot (about 70 - 80 degrees). After all, if you use boiling water, all useful elements will die. To brew white tea for one person, you need 200 ml. water to take 1 tbsp. l. tea leaves. According to the correct preparation technology, it must be brewed in a glass teapot or cup. It is not advisable to add sugar or other components. Thus, you can feel the full taste and aroma of this noble drink.
We associate a cup of aromatic hot white tea with relaxation, and on cold days it is one of the ways to keep warm. But white tea, in addition to helping to relax, it also has a positive effect on the entire body. It is not for nothing that the process of harvesting this variety is a special procedure, and, accordingly, it is so appreciated for its healing properties. Therefore, worrying about yourself and your loved ones, drink white tea and be healthy.
