The introduction of green tea.

What is green tea? Why is green tea called green tea? Actually, green tea is non-fermented. Since the tea leaves are not fermented and therefore retain their original green colour, the colour of the brewed tea is why it is referred to as green tea. Green tea is currently the most produced tea in the world, as well as it is also a tea product that retains the most original aroma, nutrients and characteristics of tea leaves. The taste is refreshing, the colour is clear as well as there are many effects that make a cup everyday a preferable choice for many people. Whether it is to buy a cup of green tea to drink from a beverage shop, or to buy tea to brew by yourself, both are already the norm for many people.

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What are The Types of Taiwan Green Tea?

Don’t underestimate green tea, there are many different types of green tea. The classification method is mainly based on the flavour. Although Taiwan’s green tea cultivation is mainly grown in the Sanxiz district of New Taipei city, there are slight differences in climate, temperature, and humidity due to the differences in each area and soil nutrients. These factors can make the same green tea produce different flavours.

Taiwanese Longjing Tea – Taiwan Green Tea Type 1

The taste and the types of tea trees of Longjing tea in Taiwan are completely different from that of China. Here, we are focusing on Taiwanese Longjing tea. The production area of Taiwanese Longjing tea refers to the Sanxiz district, New Taipei city. The main varieties of tea trees are Qingxin Mandarin tea and Qingxin Oolong. The colour of green tea brew produced in this area is clear yellow-green and has a fresh aroma.

Tawianese Biluochun – Taiwan Green Tea Type 2

Currently, Biluochun is the most produced in Taiwan, and production is also carried out in the Sanxia District of New Taipei City. The tea tree species are mainly Qingxin oranges. The tea leaves are slender and curved, slightly inclined to a spiral shape, and there is pekoe on the tip of the bud, so it tastes sweet and fragrant, which is also the reason why Taiwanese Biluochun is so beloved.

Bachuan Green Tea – Taiwan Green Tea Type 3

The flavour of Bachuan green Tea is more mellow and fragrant than Biluochun tea. Additionally, smoked with jasmine, this can be regarded as a kind of scented tea. This is a relatively unique tea among its green tea counterparts and attracts a specific group of loyal consumers.

What are the features of green tea?

A number of people are aware of the benefits of drinking green tea. Although some people are concerned about being unable to sleep easily and try to avoid drinking tea at night. Yet, green tea has a lot of benefits for people.

Antioxidant, Anti-aging – Green Tea Feature 1

It is well-known that green tea is rich in antioxidants, with the main antioxidant in green tea being EGCG (Epigallocatechin Gallate). According to research analysis, the antioxidant capacity of EGCG is 10 times greater than that of vitamin E, which is why green tea is often used as an extract in many female skin care products.

Refreshing Brain. – Green Tea Feature 2

Many people will intentionally have a cup of tea in the morning as they want to activate their brain with the naturally sourced caffeine, tea polyphenols, and catechins in green tea. In particular, tea polyphenols and catechins can mainly help the degradation of neurotransmitters in the brain, such as dopamine and adrenaline, so that people can recover within the shortest time period. Additionally, compared to coffee, the caffeine will not cause much stimulation as green tea does not contain as much as coffee.

Prevent Tooth Decay – Green Tea Feature 3

Have you ever thought that drinking tea can actually prevent tooth decay? The main component of anti-cavity is fluorine. The main ingredient in preventing tooth decay is fluoride because fluoride mainly inhibits the growth of bacteria. And it has been clinically confirmed that catechins in green tea can also reduce the formation of dental plaque and have no effect on other microorganisms in the oral cavity. The above benefits are all effects that can be effectively achieved when the green tea is unsweetened.

Lower Cholesterol – Green Tea Feature 4

Green tea is rich in polyphenols and amino acids. These substances combined with vitamins can help you to reduce the fat content in the blood, as the oil-cut green tea we often hear of can help us burn excess body fat. In addition, tea polyphenols and vitamin C can promote fat oxidation and help enhance intestinal peristalsis.

Reduce UV Hazards – Green Tea Feature 5

As technology advances, people cannot be inseparable from the harm caused by 3C products, as radiation from these devices threatens our health every day. Vitamin C and catechins in tea can assist us to resist the radiation damage caused by UVB. Moreover, tea is also rich in vitamin A, which can help protect your eyes and resist the effects of radiation on the eyes.

Which types of people are not suitable for drinking green tea?

Although there are many great benefits of green tea in its purest form, those with certain health conditions may not be able to equally reap the same benefits and may even experience harmful effects.

• People with negative stomach conditions. People with gastroesophageal reflux or ulcers should not drink it, as it will easily lead to excessive gastric acid secretion and cause discomfort.
• Theophylline in tea has a diuretic effect. Many people who do not like to drink water will use tea instead, but this will make the body deficient in water, leading to dehydration. Therefore, it is not recommended for these types of people.
• The high oxalic acid content in tea leaves is easy to cause kidney stone problems.

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ABoxTik. The overall knowledge of green tea.

The green tea that surrounds our lives is actually a very practical tea product, and it also has many benefits for humans. However, ABoxTil would like to remind everyone that each type of tea has its grade, and the scale ranges broadly. Even if sourced from the same tea tree, there will be teas with lower grades and higher grades. Think about it, why is the tea sold in beverage shops so affordable and often complemented with sugar to cover the bitter taste? In order to keep costs down, the tea grades chosen by retailers are lower. Thus, it is an appropriate recommendation to select your favourite tea to brew yourself.

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