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  • admin 10:45 on 19/02/2012 Permalink | Reply
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    If youre new to tea drinking, you may wonder the best places to buy tea. Your local supermarket likely has just a small variety of tea, most of it in tea bag form. But, the real connoisseur, or connoisseur in the making, will want loose tea, and this can be harder to find than tea in other forms. Because white tea is rarer than black tea, it can be even more difficult to find than loose black or green tea. White tea comes from the same plant as other teas, but it is harvested much earlier than other teas, before the leaves are fully open. The tea is harvested while the buds are still closed and covered by fine white hair. This white hair is where white tea gets its name. In addition, white tea is processed differently than green or white

    teas. It undergoes very little processing and remains in a very natural state. This early harvest and minimal processing gives white tea a very light and delicate flavor that is slightly sweet. Compared to the amount of black and green tea grown in the world, there is very little white tea. This makes the tea more expensive and much harder to find. White tea connoisseurs may find that they have very few local stores that carry really good white tea in loose form. The Internet Has Opened a Whole New World The Internet has changed the way the world shops. In fact, experts say that 84% of Americans have shopped online at least once. And, approximately 60% of Americans say that they shop online regularly. Online shopping is popular for several reasons: * Its convenient you never need to leave the house and its faster than calling a catalog number. * Its fast Shopping online takes far less time than shopping in person * Its easy to f ind bargains Comparison shopping is easier * Your purchases are tax free in most states saving up to 7% of the value of each purchase. * You have access to more retailers. Shoppers are not limited to retailers in their local areas. This final reason is very important when it comes to purchasing tea online, particularly white tea. Anytime youre looking for a product thats rare, being able to widen your shopping horizons is very wise. I personally live in one of the largest cities in the US, and I know of only

    one really good tea purveyor whose shop is convenient for me. Therefore, I buy most of my tea online because it gives me access to the best teas from anywhere in the world. Shopping for white tea online allows the opportunity to try more varieties of tea for sampling. Once youve chosen your favorite, you know that through online ordering, youll always be able to find the white tea you love. Shopping for tea online can pose one problem, however. This is, of course, the fact that you cant see the tea before you buy it. High quality white tea will be fluffy in appearance. White tea that is too compact has probably been improperly stored and thus, damaged. Good white tea will either have a delicate slightly sweet fragrance or no fragrance at all. Tea that smells stale probably is. But, when you order online, you cant scope out the smell and appearance of the tea before you buy. So, for this reason, the most important thing you can do to ensure that yo u get high quality tea online is to choose a reputable tea purveyor. Ordering from a company with a reputation for selling only the best teas and for having excellent customer service can help ensure that you get quality tea. It also helps ensure that in the event that you ever do get a bad batch of tea, youll be taken care of. The best tea purveyors stand behind their products and take care of their customers in order to gain repeat business. White tea is very expensive, and its no less expensive when you purchase online.

    In fact, if you find a price on white tea that seems too good to be true, it probably is, unless you find it offered by a tea purveyor that youve used before and trust. The best tea purveyors will have relationships with the best white tea gardens in the world, or at least in one of the areas of the world where white tea is grown. This relationship will help them to procure the best crop of tea each year. It also pays for a customer to have a relationship with a tea purveyor, particularly where white tea is concerned. Since good white tea is only harvested once a year, youll want to know when your favorite online tea store gets its new batch. Many good tea purveyors will send out emails or other notifications to their customers advising them of new arrivals. Theyll also be happy to ask your questions about when your favorite tea will be in stock. Shopping online is a very good way to get good teas. Youll have access to some of the finest teas i n the world without leaving the comfort of your home. Just be certain that youre doing business with a reputable online tea company.

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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  • admin 22:41 on 17/02/2012 Permalink | Reply
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    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout For the tea drinker, visiting a well run tea room or high quality hotel or restaurant that serves high quality loose leaf tea can be a very enjoyable experience. In addition to the taste and sense of well being and serenity that high quality loose leaf tea offers, the tea drinker can also enjoy the value added benefits that tea resellers add. Tea resellers add significant value to the tea drinking process in the form of tea related food for example sandwiches, cakes, pure drinking water and full meals and a warm elegant environment that encourages socializing and friendship among tea drinkers. It is important to understand however, the business relationship between the tea supplier and the reseller/wholesaler

    that allows the creation of value for the tea drinker. What is a tea wholesaler? A tea wholesaler is a business that buys high quality loose leaf tea in bulk and at a discount from the retail price and then serves the tea to its customer in a tea room, restaurant of other establishment. The tea serving is almost always combined with value added offerings of other products like quality food and beverages, What is a tea supplier? A tea supplier is a business that purchases and imports tea in bulk from the country of origin like China, India, Sri Lanka, Taiwan or other tea producing country. Many suppliers will blend raw tea using recipes for unique flavors that the supplier has developed. Blends like Earl Grey, Coconut Pouchong, Vanilla Jasmine, Kashmiri Chai and others are included with basic black, green, wu long, white and pu-erh teas are in the product line of the supplier. The essence of the wholesaler/supplier relationship is the valu e created as a result of the products and services offered the wholesaler by the supplier and the benefits received by the wholesaler. What should the wholesaler look for in a supplier? * Tea Quality The starting point for any tea relationship is the quality of the loose leaf tea. Without quality tea and tea blends, the business relationship will fail. Wholesalers should look for suppliers with a reputation for supplying the highest quality tea. * Customer Service and Support Many wholesalers are tired of

    trying to reach the supplier and getting lost in endless phone trees or automated responses. Choose a supplier that will be assign a dedicated live phone representative to help with orders, track shipments, provide billing support, and help you with anything else you need * Pricing and Profitability A wholesaler should earn the best discount for the volume purchased? With some suppliers wholesalers can earn greater profits through larger volume based discounts based upon multiple-tiered pricing structures. * Discount Velocity and Reliability Are the discounts offered as an integral part of the business relationship and on a consistent basis that allow the wholesaler the ability to construct a profitable business model? Some suppliers offer large discounts that often are reduced at a later date and this practice is very detrimental to the wholesaler. Look for a supplier with a wholesale program that offers auto-adjusting price levels that reward higher volumes in real time as well as a status indicator that tells you how close you are to that next price break * Easy Access to Your Account for 24/7 Account Management For wholesalers who purchase after hours some suppliers offer wholesale tea programs that provide unique account logins that allow account management 24 hours a day. * Easy and Cost Effective Ordering Some suppliers offer wholesale programs that can load previous orders with a single click and a few also offer autoship programs that

    will ship your wholesale tea order every month at a discounted price. Some of these programs are also manageable 24 hours a day through online. This feature saves the wholesaler time and money. * Manageable Order History For those wholesalers who only order teas during specific seasons it is important to deal with suppliers that offer comprehensive order history lookup whereby the supplier can see every order placed and the exact date the order was placed. Never again will the wholesaler forget that best selling tea during Mothers Day, Valentines Day, or any other peak holiday. * Multiple Delivery Locations For wholesalers with multiple locations look for suppliers with wholesale programs that allow shipments to multiple locations without having to place several orders also keep this information on file that allows easy lookup in the future. Tea wholesalers are a very important part of the loose leaf tea business but they must work wi th a reliable supplier that produces only the highest quality tea and offer a business model that allows the wholesaler long term, sustainable profitability.

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    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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    Many people who have recently tasted white licorice tea for the first time find themselves frustrated when it comes to finding this delicious white tea blend. Like other white teas, white licorice tea is rare and can only be found in a few tea shops. However, if you know where to look, you can find fine white licorice tea as well as other rare white teas. White tea comes from the same plant as other teas, but it is harvested much earlier than other teas, before the leaves are fully open. White tea is harvested just once each year, while green and black tea is harvested several times during the growing season. In addition, there are fewer white tea plants being cultivated. These two differences in white tea harvesting are the reason it is so much rarer than other

    teas. However, it is this once a year harvesting that makes white tea so special. The tea is harvested while the buds are still closed and covered by fine white hair. This white hair is where white tea gets its name. The early harvest ensures a sweet and mild flavor along with a pale color. Once the white tea leaves are plucked, they must be processed. This is done differently than with black tea, too. While black tea is fermented during processing, white tea is simply dried and then either steamed or fired. This minimal processing ensures that the tea retains its natural anti-oxidants, making it a very healthy beverage to drink. In addition, the minimal processing contributes to the delicate flavor of the white tea. Once processed, white licorice tea will have star anise added to give it that sweet and distinct flavor that only licorice can provide. Only a few tea processors add licorice flavor to their white tea, making white licorice tea one of the rarest in the world. Of the few who do, many use licorice root rather than star anise for the licorice flavor. However, using star anise provides a much milder, yet richer flavor to the tea. For those who are unable to find white licorice tea in their local tea shop, ordering online is the answer. And even many people who have access to white licorice and other rare teas find that ordering their tea online is preferable, because it gives them access to a wider variety of tea and gives them a better value. Every retail market has been impacted by the Internet and online

    ordering. 84% of Americans say that they have shopped online at least once and 60% of Americans shop online regularly. Online shopping gives the shopper access to a much wider assortment of products and makes it much easier and faster to shop comparatively. Plus, when you shop online, you never have to leave your home. The wide access to products and retailers is particularly important when youre shopping for something rare like white licorice tea. Every tea drinker should have at least one online tea shop that they favor to provide them with their favorite teas and accessories. The biggest downside to shopping for tea online is that you cant taste the tea before you buy. When shopping at your local tea merchant, youll find that theyre typically happy to let you sample any tea before you buy it. To overcome this disadvantage, its important that you choose an online tea company that offers a money back guarantee. This way, if you order something that you find to be of inferior quality or you simply dont like it, youre protected. The best online tea retailers are happy to offer these guarantees because they believe in their products and because they want their customers to be happy. In addition, many online tea shops offer sample packages. These packages include small amounts of several teas. Its a great way to try teas just as you would in a local tea shop without spending a lot of money. Once youve identified your favorites, you can buy them in bulk to save money. Another issue that makes some people wary of shopping

    online is credit card security. Weve all known someone whose credit card information was stolen via the internet. However, there is plenty of software available to online retailers to help them secure their sites so that your credit card and other private information cannot be stolen. When youre choosing an online retailer for your tea purchases, be certain that they offer secure online checkout. There are many tea shops online, but not as many that carry white licorice tea. Luckily, the Internet search engines make it easy to identify the stores that carry the products youre looking for. Once youve identified the retailers who carry white licorice tea, narrow down your choice by the other things mentioned here like money back guarantees and secure ordering. Also check the reputation of your prospective tea vendor. Most will have customer reviews of their teas online. This helps you feel comfortable that the tea will be of good quality and have good flavo r. It may take a little work to find the best white licorice tea. But, when you smell that fragrance and taste the sweet and delicate flavor, it will be worth every bit of the effort.

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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  • admin 22:36 on 15/02/2012 Permalink | Reply
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    Today, cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States and its incidence has risen dramatically over the last 50 years. This leads scientists to the conclusion that our lifestyle and environment must play an important role in whether or not we develop cancer. There is still much more to learn about the factors that influence cancer development, but in the meantime, we should take to heart the things that we know cause cancer, and those that we believe can prevent it. Here are some things you can do to reduce your risk. The first is eating a healthy diet, rich in fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are rich in anti-oxidants, which can prevent cancer and other diseases. Anti-oxidants are very effective at combating free radicals that are

    created in our bodies as we process food. We cant stop these free radicals from occurring, but we can combat them with anti-oxidants. If we dont combat them they cause damage to our cells and DNA, and this is what leads to premature aging and disease. If you want to significantly increase the anti-oxidant level in your diet, pay special attention to the foods that can give you the most value. Get your fair share of artichokes, red beans, blueberries, pomegranates, tomatoes and green tea. Yes, thats right green tea. In fact, in terms of dietary changes to help prevent cancer, green tea may be the very best thing you can add to your diet. There has been much research in recent years on the effects green tea has in preventing, and even treating cancer. Many studies have shown that green teas anti-oxidant power can be a powerful preventative against cancer. Not only is this suggested by the significantly lower cancer rate in Asian countries where green t ea is widely consumed, but many studies have supported this theory. In 1999, the Alternative Medicine Review reported that green tea appears to affect cancer in many ways. First, it is a powerful free radical scavenger, and destroys more free radicals than many other forms of anti-oxidants. Secondly, green tea seems to have the power to inhibit the growth of abnormal cells, many of which might have started as, or turned into cancer cells. Green tea also appears to be a very strong detoxifying agent, helping to rid the body of potentially harmful substances. Finally, the

    Alternative Medicine Review reported that green tea inhibits the growth of cancer cells. Therefore, even in patients who have already been diagnosed with cancer, green tea may be helpful, because it may prevent the cancer from spreading. Other studies have also shown that green tea can be an effective adjunct therapy for cancer, not only because it appears to inhibit the spread of cancer, but also because it makes traditional therapies more effective. One study showed that when mice were given green tea in conjunction with chemotherapy, the chemotherapy drugs invaded the cancer cells in higher concentration than when the chemotherapy was administered alone. Another recent study of breast cancer patients in stages one and two showed a significantly lower rate of cancer recurrence when the patients were given large doses of green tea. Making Green Tea Part of Your Life If youd like to add green tea to your diet for its health effects, many doctor s recommend that you start with about three cups per day. Experiment with the many flavors of green tea that are on the market, or stick with the traditional green tea so popular in Asian restaurants. Either will have the health benefits hot or iced. While most American doctors recommend that you begin with 3 cups of green tea per day, you should know that in Asian cultures most people drink significantly more than that. The average in China is 4-5 cups a day, and in Japan its estimated to be as high as 8-10 cups per day. If you dont think you can manage that much tea in a day, there

    are green tea extract supplements available at many drug stores and health food stores. One of the great things about using green tea as a preventative treatment is that there are no side effects. Green tea is healthy and safe even to give to your children. Green tea has significantly less caffeine that coffee and even has less caffeine that traditional black tea. So, its well tolerated by nearly everyone. In addition to research showing that green tea helps prevent cancer, there is also evidence to suggest that it reduces your risk of heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and Alzheimers disease. It is also thought to slow down the overall aging process. So, what do you have to lose? It seems there is no downside to drinking green tea and there may be a great many benefits.

    Copyright c 2006-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is the President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. Golden Moon Tea carefully selects the finest rare and orthodox teas, which are processed slowly and handcrafted with extreme care. At their website, you can learn more about their current tea offerings, including their exceptional green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea, white tea, black tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea, oolong tea also known as wu-long and wu long tea and chai. Visit http://www.goldenmoontea.com for all details concerning the Golden Moon Tea Companys fine line of teas. Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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    White tea is fast becoming a very popular drink in the Western world. Once consumed only in China and Japan, and only for the most elegant of occasions, white tea is now being consumed as an everyday beverage for people all over the world. White tea is special because of its very light and delicate flavor and fragrance. Its far milder and less astringent than black teas, and lacks the grassy flavor of many green teas. In addition, white tea has all the health benefits of green tea, and possibly even more benefits. Like black and green tea, white tea comes from the camellia sinensis plant. But, white teas are harvested much earlier than other teas, before the leaves are fully open and while they retain fine white hair on the buds. White tea is also processed differently than black and

    green teas, in that it receives the virtually no processing. The leaves are simply dried and steamed. The steaming prevents the leaves from oxidizing, protecting the delicate flavor and helping the tea leaves retain their natural anti-oxidants. These potent anti-oxidants have been shown to slow down the aging process and prevent serious illnesses like cancer and heart disease. The catechins in green and white tea have been shown to help speed up the metabolism and oxidize fat, promoting weight loss. In addition, white tea in particular seems to improve the immune system, helping your body fight off bacteria and viruses. Like other teas, white tea is high in fluoride, so it helps keep your teeth healthy, too. One of the finest white teas available is a blend called white Persian melon tea. This tea blends the finest white tea with melon nectar for a refreshing and fruity taste. Not only does the addition of melon enhance the flavor of the white tea, but it enhances the health benefits, too. Melons are also a potent source of anti-oxidants. Melons contain lycopene, vitamins A and C, beta carotene, and potassium. They also contain an anti-oxidant called GliSODdin, which has the power to eradicate some of the most destructive free radicals in the body. In addition, GliSODin stimulates our bodies to produce its own anti-oxidants, and has been clinically proven to help maintain cellular health and protect against oxidative damage in several studies. These anti-oxidants produced by our bodies are far more powerful at neutralizing free radicals than the anti-oxidants we consume through

    diet. So, now that Ive convinced you that white Persian melon tea is a beverage you simply must add to your diet, youre probably wondering the best way to drink it. First, its important to begin with high quality loose tea. White tea is the rarest of all teas, which also means that its the most expensive. However, even the finest white tea is affordable, costing less per cup than most sodas and gourmet coffees. Choose your tea from a reputable tea purveyor to ensure that youre getting only the best tea. White tea is less compact than other loose teas, so you will need more per cup than with many other loose teas. Next, its important to use fresh cold water anytime you brew tea. Put the water in a clean tea kettle and bring it to a boil on the stove. Put hot tap water in your teapot to warm it up while the water is heating. Once the water boils, remove the tap water from your pot and add your tea leaves. Use about 2 teaspoons per cup for white Pers ian melon tea. Let the water sit for a minute or two before pouring it over the tea leaves. This assures you that the water has cooled to between 170-185 F, the perfect temperature for brewing white teas. Steep your white Persian melon tea for about 5-8 minutes, depending on your tastes. The tea will be pale with a golden color. Expect a sweet and fruity flavor with just a hint of smokiness. You should be able to get at least two infusions from high quality white Persian melon tea. On those warm summer days, youll find no better tea blends for iced tea than white Persian melon. The melon flavor, somewhere between the taste of

    honeydew and the taste of cantaloupe, is very reminiscent of summer and very refreshing. To make iced tea, simply brew several servings of tea at once and allow to cool. Since white tea is so delicate in flavor, its not wise to make white tea and then pour it over ice while hot. Doing so may dilute the flavor of the tea to a point that it tastes too weak. Instead, allow the pitcher of tea to cool before serving. This keeps the original flavor of the tea by not allowing the ice to dilute it too much. You can also use your white Persian melon tea for cooking. In fact, one of the best ways to poach fish is in white tea rather than water. Make about 2 cups of white Persian melon tea. Add other seasonings, such as lemon, salt and pepper as desired to the tea. Sear the fish fillets slightly in a pan on top of the stove. When seared, add the seasoned white tea and allow the fish to cook until done. Try salmon, sea bass or tilapia with this recipe for a mild and delicious fish dish. Experiment and youll likely find many other ways to use white Persian melon tea, both for drinking and for cooking. Youll soon find out why this delicate white tea is one of the most highly prized in all the world.

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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  • admin 10:25 on 11/02/2012 Permalink | Reply
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    Today, cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States and its incidence has risen dramatically over the last 50 years. This leads scientists to the conclusion that our lifestyle and environment must play an important role in whether or not we develop cancer. There is still much more to learn about the factors that influence cancer development, but in the meantime, we should take to heart the things that we know cause cancer, and those that we believe can prevent it. Here are some things you can do to reduce your risk. The first is eating a healthy diet, rich in fruits and vegetables. Fruits and vegetables are rich in anti-oxidants, which can prevent cancer and other diseases. Anti-oxidants are very effective at combating free radicals that are

    created in our bodies as we process food. We cant stop these free radicals from occurring, but we can combat them with anti-oxidants. If we dont combat them they cause damage to our cells and DNA, and this is what leads to premature aging and disease. If you want to significantly increase the anti-oxidant level in your diet, pay special attention to the foods that can give you the most value. Get your fair share of artichokes, red beans, blueberries, pomegranates, tomatoes and green tea. Yes, thats right green tea. In fact, in terms of dietary changes to help prevent cancer, green tea may be the very best thing you can add to your diet. There has been much research in recent years on the effects green tea has in preventing, and even treating cancer. Many studies have shown that green teas anti-oxidant power can be a powerful preventative against cancer. Not only is this suggested by the significantly lower cancer rate in Asian countries where green t ea is widely consumed, but many studies have supported this theory. In 1999, the Alternative Medicine Review reported that green tea appears to affect cancer in many ways. First, it is a powerful free radical scavenger, and destroys more free radicals than many other forms of anti-oxidants. Secondly, green tea seems to have the power to inhibit the growth of abnormal cells, many of which might have started as, or turned into cancer cells. Green tea also appears to be a very strong detoxifying agent, helping to rid the body of potentially harmful substances. Finally, the

    Alternative Medicine Review reported that green tea inhibits the growth of cancer cells. Therefore, even in patients who have already been diagnosed with cancer, green tea may be helpful, because it may prevent the cancer from spreading. Other studies have also shown that green tea can be an effective adjunct therapy for cancer, not only because it appears to inhibit the spread of cancer, but also because it makes traditional therapies more effective. One study showed that when mice were given green tea in conjunction with chemotherapy, the chemotherapy drugs invaded the cancer cells in higher concentration than when the chemotherapy was administered alone. Another recent study of breast cancer patients in stages one and two showed a significantly lower rate of cancer recurrence when the patients were given large doses of green tea. Making Green Tea Part of Your Life If youd like to add green tea to your diet for its health effects, many doctor s recommend that you start with about three cups per day. Experiment with the many flavors of green tea that are on the market, or stick with the traditional green tea so popular in Asian restaurants. Either will have the health benefits hot or iced. While most American doctors recommend that you begin with 3 cups of green tea per day, you should know that in Asian cultures most people drink significantly more than that. The average in China is 4-5 cups a day, and in Japan its estimated to be as high as 8-10 cups per day. If you dont think you can manage that much tea in a day, there

    are green tea extract supplements available at many drug stores and health food stores. One of the great things about using green tea as a preventative treatment is that there are no side effects. Green tea is healthy and safe even to give to your children. Green tea has significantly less caffeine that coffee and even has less caffeine that traditional black tea. So, its well tolerated by nearly everyone. In addition to research showing that green tea helps prevent cancer, there is also evidence to suggest that it reduces your risk of heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and Alzheimers disease. It is also thought to slow down the overall aging process. So, what do you have to lose? It seems there is no downside to drinking green tea and there may be a great many benefits.

    Copyright c 2006-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is the President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. Golden Moon Tea carefully selects the finest rare and orthodox teas, which are processed slowly and handcrafted with extreme care. At their website, you can learn more about their current tea offerings, including their exceptional green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea, white tea, black tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea, oolong tea also known as wu-long and wu long tea and chai. Visit http://www.goldenmoontea.com for all details concerning the Golden Moon Tea Companys fine line of teas. Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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  • admin 22:21 on 09/02/2012 Permalink | Reply
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    It seems that many of us are dieting today. And, were always looking for ways to make dieting easier and more effective. Of course, we know that diet and exercise are critical components of any weight loss or weight maintenance program, but there are some other tricks you can use to help make your dieting more productive and less restrictive. Build muscle When we think of exercise to lose weight, many of us think of aerobic exercise for burning calories and fat. And, its true that aerobic exercise is very important to weight loss and to having a healthy heart. However, building muscle is also critical to losing weight and keeping it off. Muscle, even when at rest burns more calories than fat. So, a person who has a lot of muscle needs more

    calories just to get through the day than a person whose body composition is more fat than muscle. By building muscle, you make your body a calorie burning machine, so you can eat more without putting on weight. Were not talking about becoming a body builder. Just 20 minutes of strength training 3 times each week will help you tone up and build muscle. Not only will you burn more calories each day, but youll also change the way your body looks for the better and make your body stronger. Drink Tea There has been an abundance of evidence showing that drinking tea has many health benefits. Tea, particularly green tea, has been shown to prevent some forms of cancer, help lower cholesterol and prevent heart disease. It may also help regulate insulin levels, and may even prevent debilitating illnesses like Parkinsons disease and Alzheimers disease. The trick is the anti-oxidants. Green tea is different from black tea in the way that its processed. Black tea is fermented, while green tea is left unfermented, in its more natural state. This lack of fermentation protects the healthful anti-oxidants in the tea. Anti-oxidants are critical for preventing disease and premature aging. As our body converts the food we eat into energy, free radicals are created. If these free radicals are left unchecked, they damage our cells and DNA, which eventually leads to disease. Anti-oxidants combat the free radicals to prevent the damage they can cause. Green tea contains EGCG, one of the most potent anti-oxidants

    you can find. Green tea also seems to have the ability to boost your metabolism. All caffeinated beverages raise the metabolism somewhat, but green tea seems to raise the metabolism even more than other caffeinated beverages, though its actual caffeine content is lower than black tea, coffee or soda. Green tea also seems to promote thermogenesis in the body, which helps burn fat. And, the best news is that green tea is well tolerated by most people who have trouble with caffeine. Its caffeine does not seem to cause the jitters that many people experience from caffeine in other forms. Green tea appears to have no side effects, even if you drink large quantities. One interesting study on the effects of green tea on weight loss was conducted by the Shizuoka University in Japan. In this study, female mice received supplements of different combinations of green tea powder with caffeine, green tea catechins and theanine another green tea component in their diets or they received the same diet with no supplements for a period of 16 weeks. Their weight was measured monthly. Over this four month period, the mice who received supplements of green tea powder, caffeine and theanine showed reduced body weights when compared with the mice who received only green tea catechins and when compared with mice who did not receive supplements. In addition, the mice that received green tea with caffeine and theanine had significantly less fatty body organs, by as much 50%. In addition, the mice who received

    green tea powder with theanine had significantly lower serum cholesterol levels. So, what does this mean for us? Well, the reason that laboratory mice are so often used in medical experiments is because their body composition and their responses to medicines often closely mimics that of human responses. So, its reasonable to assume that if green tea components can impede weight gain in lab mice, it can do the same for us. And, the best news is that even if you dont see significant weight loss from drinking green tea, youre doing something healthy for your body. Green tea is far healthier to consume than coffee or sodas and provides the healthful anti-oxidants that your body needs. Successful weight loss and maintenance requires a combination of efforts including exercise and a healthy diet. However, learning the little tricks, like drinking green tea can help make dieting easier and more successful. Plus, by adding green tea to your diet you may be preventing serious illnesses and reducing the effects of aging. http://yogihealth.com/assets/research/LTheaLtheaninObesity.pdf

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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    Black tea has become a worldwide phenomenon. In cafes and coffeehouses, teahouses and trendy bistros, black tea has become a favorite beverage of tea drinkers around the globe. The uniqueness of black tea lies in the processing-a procedure that helps to give the beverage its magnificent flavor and consistency. Black tea, like green tea and specialty white tea, is derived from the Camellia Sinensis plant. The primary difference between black tea and green tea lies in its fermentation. Through the fermentation procedure, tea leaves take on a red color, then turn black after they have been dried. In sharp contrast, green tea does not undergo fermentation, but instead is heat-treated, enabling it to maintain its distinctive

    green coloring. At this point, its unclear why fermentation was begun. Perhaps it was created in order to preserve tea for substantial lengths of time. In any case, fermentation helps to give black tea its unique taste. Because of the variety of ways you can serve black tea, it is often highly favored over other forms of tea. Black teas are generally classified according to their grading. For instance, Pekoe is a black tea that is derived from medium plucking of the second leaf of the tea bush. The term Pekoe comes from the Chinese word meaning white hair. The terminology refers to early pluckings, which evidence traces of white down. Meanwhile, Broken Orange Pekoe is a smaller leaf tea that has broken segments but a number of tips. In contrast, Broken Pekoe consists of broken portions of a coarse leaf sans tips. Fannings consist of small grainy leaf particles which have been taken out of higher grade teas. In contrast, Flowery Orange Pekoe may con sist of a whole leaf or broken leaf with a great deal of tip, causing it to have a particularly fine quality. Meanwhile, Flowery Pekoe is a black tea with a whole leaf that has been rolled lengthwise, while Orange Pekoe has a leaf ranging in size from eight to 15 millimeters with only a few tips. The term dust refers to the smallest particle leaf size which is customarily utilized for tea bag teas. This is because they tend to reach full flavor and strength quite quickly. In

    order to be prepared for market, the graded tea leaf is placed into plywood chests which have been lined with aluminum paper. Black tea may also be specially flavored or scented. These teas are often produced from standard-grade teas that have been accented with flowers, flavored oils, or flavored crystals. Interestingly enough, there can be incredible differences in teas according to the quality and the flavoring. Typically, teas that are derived from natural flavoring techniques create the most flavorful teas. Some teas are so aromatic that they are reminiscent of perfume. While the timing of pluckings can make a difference in terms of a teas consistency, it is the region in which it is harvested that often makes the biggest impact. For instance, Assam tea is grown in a region in northern India and is known for its full-bodied strength. Darjeeling, in northeast India, produces whats often known as the champagne of teas. These teas are legendary for their scent and light flavoring. Darjeeling tea can actually come in a variety of flavors, including flowery and nutty. Meanwhile, Keemum from China and Taiwan is frequently called the burgundy of teas, thanks to its sweet, rich, fruity flavor. Lapsang Souchong, also from China and Taiwan, is known for its smokiness-a smokiness which comes from drying the tea leaves over a fire. It is often referred to as an evening tea because it tends to be low in caffeine. Meanwhile, Yunnan,

    derived from Chinas Yunnan province, is full-bodied and slightly peppery in nature. You may be curious about the differences between black tea and green tea. Both types of tea can have significant therapeutic benefits, but green tea is the older of the two and tends to have less caffeine. As a result, green tea might be considered generally more soothing than black tea, although there are varieties of black tea that are known for calming nerves. Pluckings are only part of the story, when it comes to evaluating the merits of tea. However, early pluckings can be indicative of a superior variety. The more you drink black tea, the more youll come to appreciate its unique qualities. It is a beverage that can really grow on you and, with so many varieties to choose from, you may find that youll never get bored with it. A growing body of research indicating its health benefits is also a key selling point. As a result, chances are good that black tea will con tinue to grow in popularity in the years ahead in localities around the globe.

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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    Losing weight is a topic on the mind of many. Its no secret that long term weight loss and maintenance require long term life changes. In order to successfully lose weight and keep it off you must consume fewer calories each day than your body uses. This allows your body to use stored fat as energy, rather than food. So, eating less is just half the equation. Since you can only reduce your calorie intake by so much, its critical to also increase the amount of calories your body uses each day. This is why exercise is so important. Exercise burns calories while youre exercising, but also increases your metabolic rate for several hours after you finish. Exercising by lifting weights can also help increase your metabolic rate in the long term. Because muscle requires more

    calories to maintain, even when resting, building muscle is a great way to help ensure that you burn more calories all the time. So, as youre attempting to lose weight, its important to pay attention to increasing your metabolism. Part of this equation includes not decreasing your caloric intake too drastically. When you significantly reduce the number of calories youre consuming, your body begins to go into starvation mode, actually conserving calories and fat. This can stall your weight loss progress. A better way to lose weight is to reduce your calorie intake somewhat, but to put the bulk of your effort into increasing the number of calories you burn each day. Exercise is the most important way to do this, but there is another way that you can increase your metabolic rate that many people dont know about. The secret is tea. Several studies have shown tea to have the ability to aid in weight loss by raising your metabolic rate. In addition, t ea seems to inhibit the absorption of the fat in your diet, which may help you lose weight, as well. This ability to limit fat absorption may also be one of the reasons that tea consumption seems to lower cholesterol. When triglycerides a form of fat rise, cholesterol rises, too. However, it is likely that the most important quality that tea possesses for aiding weight loss is its ability to impact metabolism. It has long been believed by the Chinese that tea helps with weight control, but there has not been a great deal of research on the subject. However, with all the recent attention

    that tea has garnered for its ability to reduce aging and prevent disease, more research is being done on all of teas potential. For example, there have been many studies that suggest that tea, particularly green tea, can prevent heart disease and cancer. Tea is a potent source of anti-oxidants, which scientists have discovered are keys to health. Anti-oxidants are important because they fight the free radicals created as a by-product of the digestive process. Free radicals are oxygen containing molecules that damage cells and DNA if left unchecked. However, a regular diet of anti-oxidants can stop the free radicals from damaging our bodies. Anti-oxidants are found in many plant sources, including fruits and vegetables, but none are more potent than those in tea. For this reason, tea has gained a great deal of attention for being a healthy beverage. One study, conducted by the University of Tokushima in Japan, attempted to verify teas effect o n the bodys energy expenditure, or the number of calories burned. The study was conducted on men, who did not consume any caffeine or flavonoids the anti-oxidants in tea for four days prior to beginning the study. The study lasted for three days, during which the subjects consumed a typical American diet. Each subject was evaluated prior to the study to get a measure of his normal daily energy expenditure. The subjects were divided into four groups. The groups were given one of four regimens: * Water * Full strength tea * Half strength tea * Water containing 270 mg of caffeine

    approximately the same amount found in the full strength tea The study found that, compared to the men who drank water, the men who drank full strength tea showed an energy expenditure increase of 2.9%, and the men who drank caffeinated water had an increased energy expenditure of 3.4%. However, the men who drank full strength tea also had an increased fat oxidation of 12% over the water drinkers. This fat oxidation increase was not shown in the men who drank caffeinated water. So, this study suggests to us that caffeine does help speed up the metabolism. However, it also tells us that it is not just the caffeine alone that makes tea an effective weight loss aid. Other components in tea, likely the anti-oxidants, are responsible for teas ability to oxidize fat in a way that caffeine alone cannot. Tea is a healthy drink, and, worldwide, is the second most consumed beverage, after water. So, using tea as a weight loss aid is a safe way to help inc rease your chances of losing those excess pounds. If tea isnt already part of your weight loss plan, why not add it today? * http://jn.nutrition.org/cgi/content/abstract/131/11/2848

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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    White tea is quickly gaining popularity in the Western world. Though it has long been praised in Asia, the rest of us are just beginning to get to know this delicate treat. And no other white tea is more delicious than white Persian melon tea. This rare blend of white tea is one that is pleasing to even the most discriminating palate. The best white Persian melon tea should be made from the finest blend of loose white tea combined with high quality sweet melon nectar. To ensure that you buy only the best quality white Persian melon tea, its important that you understand the most popular cultivars for white tea and the grades of white tea. There is no international standard for grading tea, so beyond understanding these

    basic grades, its difficult to tell which tea is best. Unlike with black and green teas, white tea should have just one plucking each year, because the best tea is plucked during the spring. This is one of the reasons that white tea is so rare. The most popular cultivars for white tea include Da Bai, Xiao Bai, Narcissus and Chaicha bushes. Within these cultivars the teas are classified into different grades, primarily based on whether the plucking consists of only the bud and top two leaves of the tea plant or whether more tea leaves are included. In addition, the stringency with which the tea pluckers ensure that the leaves and buds are not damaged during harvest affects the quality and grade of the tea. Harvesting white tea properly is a difficult task. The best teas require the most skilled tea pluckers in order to keep the tea buds intact and undamaged. Bai Hao Yinzhen Tea This tea is considered the highest grade of white tea and is usually re ferred to as Silver Needle tea. It is produced only in China. The best Yinzhen white tea is picked between March 15 and April 10, and only under perfect weather conditions. Plucking can only occur on dry days when there has been no frost and no dew the night before. Only the unopened and undamaged buds are used for this tea. It is very low in caffeine and is very pale and mild. Wild Persian melon tea made with Silver Needles tea will be the mildest you can buy. Bai Mu Dan Tea The second

    highest grade of white tea, this variety is usually called White Peony tea. It is also grown only in China. It contains fewer buds and more leaves than Silver Needles tea. It uses the unopened and undamaged buds along with the top two leaves of the tea plant. It is picked only between March 15 and April 10 and only on days where there is no rain, no frost and no dew on the ground. This tea has a more floral fragrance and a bit bolder flavor than Silver Needles tea. It brews to a pale green or golden color. White Persian melon teas should be made from one of these two highest grades of white tea. Your best chance of choosing really good white Persian melon tea is to buy from a reputable tea purveyor. As white tea gains popularity, it is likely that well find more and more lesser quality white teas on the market to meet the growing demand. Harvesters may use more tea leaves and may plant larger harvests designed to have some plants bud later in the year to make a bigger crop. All of these changes to the tradition way that white tea has been grown, harvested and processed, will compromise the tea that we find available for purchase. This is why its so important to have a relationship with a tea purveyor who works with only the best and most reputable tea gardens and who uses only the finest tea for the white Persian melon blend. If youre unsure as to where to purchase the finest loose teas, take a look at the many purveyors you can find

    on the internet and visit the tea store in your local area. Most tea websites will have customer reviews of their various blends of tea. These reviews will give you an idea of how much other customers like particular teas and tea blends. You should also look for tea companies that offer money back guarantees. Particularly when youre purchasing tea that you havent had the opportunity to taste, you need to feel assured that the tea can be returned if you arent satisfied. In fact, this money back guarantee should be an absolute must from any company you do business with online. All fine white teas are higher priced than their black and green counterparts. However, the best white teas are well worth the expense because of their rarity and exquisite flavor. However, the additional cost of these teas makes it even more important that you choose a reputable company to buy from. Choose your white Persian melon tea with care and buy only from a reputable c ompany. Its likely that this fine and fruity tea will become your absolute favorite of all white teas.

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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