High Grade Teas

The Chinese name for tea is "cha". In China, tea is presented with uncomplicated simplicity in a relaxed and meditative atmosphere. Drinking tea tempers the spirit, calms the mind, alerts thought, prevents drowsiness, lightens and refreshes the body. Tea has less caffeine and more magnesium than coffee. It is stated that green tea has 8-36 mg. of caffeine compared to coffee's approximately 200 mg. Tea contains 20 amino acids, 12 sugars, 6 organic acids, polyphenoic compounds, essential oils, fluoride, theophylline, and
vitamin C.

Chinese teas are rarely blended unlike herbal prescription. It is considered OTC herbs. Unlike western teas, it comes in a blend, i.e. Lipton tea bags often have a black tea combination. The Chinese also use tea leaves and not tea bags. It is because tea leaves come directly from the plant and have both a higher therapeutic value and better tasting as well. Tea in a bag is often referred to as "tea dust" or "shavings" picked up from the floor.

There are three types of teas: black, oolong, and green

1. Black teas are considered more yang in nature when compared to other teas. It is usually drank during colder months like winter because it has a warming properties; people with coughs due to colds, arthritis due to dampness, etc. Pu-Er black tea can help keep your weight down and triglyerides and cholesterol levels down.

2. Oolong teas are a mixture of green and black tea. This kind of tea is most often served in Chinese restaurants in this country. Oolong teas are often served after a big meal because it helps to decrease absorption of fats and bad cholesterol. It is good for hypertensive patients and patients with skin problems.

3. Green teas have a fresh, light, grassy type flavor. Green teas have the least amount of caffeine of all three types and are considered a yin type tea. It has cooling properties and is often drank during summer months. Beneficial uses are many. To name a few: menopause, sore throat and or fever, allergies, anxiety, etc.

Purchase high quality teas such as these direct from our clinic.  No prescription necessary.  Call 559-625-4246 to order.