Black Tea: Pretty Perfect for Health and Beauty
Tea, glorious tea! Herbal tea, green tea, or black tea – we love tea in all its forms and flavours. And how wonderful that the very thing that is our passion is so incredibly healthy too.
Tea makes us happy, not only for the taste but for the long list of benefits shared in this post. Of course, enjoying it without additives like milk or sugar ensures you get even more health benefits out of this brew.
And yes, it also gives you a little lift. The relatively low amounts of caffeine in tea can help enhance blood flow to the brain… but without over-stimulating the heart!
Black Tea is a brilliant antioxidant, thanks to its polyphenols, which help block DNA damage from the toxic chemicals we come in contact with daily. The phytochemicals may also give you stronger bones, leading to a lower probability of developing arthritis. Studies show that the amino acid L-theanine found in Black Tea is not only helpful with relaxation but also a great aid for concentration. The list goes on and on…
Both green and Black Tea are made from a shrub called Camellia Sinensis – they differ due to their processing methods. Black Tea leaves are processed through being withered, rolled, fermented, and heated!
15 Black Tea Health Benefits
Can improve your immune system.
Has antioxidant properties.
Can boost heart health.
Can lower “bad” cholesterol.
Can improve the working of the digestive tract.
Can improve gut health in general.
And oral health too.
Can lower blood sugar levels.
Can gently stimulate the respiratory system.
Can be used for wonderful hair benefits.
And improve skin in numerous ways!
Can help with kidney function.
Can aid in maintaining healthy bones.
Is a wonderful stress reliever.
While giving you increased energy.
10 Black Tea Beauty Benefits
Protects from UV radiation.
Reduces puffiness.
Prevents skin infections.
Prevents premature ageing.
Accelerates skin regeneration.
Reduces blemishes.
Makes dull hair shine.
Prevents hair fall.
Stimulates hair growth.
Can act as a natural dye.
3 Ways to Use Black Tea for Beauty
1. Black Tea for Weight Management:
Black Tea may have a full-bodied flavour, but it can help to make your own body lighter! Recent studies have found that Black Tea can aid with weight management by accelerating fat loss. This is due to its ability to alter healthy gut bacteria. Tannins have a therapeutic effect on gastric and intestinal illnesses and also help decrease digestive activity. It stimulates the metabolism, which is a real boost to the body both inside and out.
2. Black Tea for Hair:
Black Tea is a surprisingly fabulous hair cleanser, and brilliant if you are looking to combat shedding. It has natural properties that help to block the hormone DHT that is responsible for hair shedding. And not only does it work to keep hair firmly rooted to the scalp but it nourishes and strengthens your delicate strands.
Get the best out of it by brewing up a strong pot and keeping it in a little spray dispenser. Spray it into your hair to cleanse your scalp AND make your hair lustrous at the same time.
3. Black Tea for Skin:
What a tasty way to combat skin infections and blemishes. Drinking this delicious drink helps delay ageing and reduce puffiness, as the polyphenols and tannins boost cell rejuvenation.
How To Make a Black Tea Face Mask:
You will need:
Organic (preferably) Black Tea leaves
A teaspoon of honey
A few drops of lemon juice
And a few drops of apple cider vinegar.
Method:
Place the tea leaves in a bowl and pour hot water over them
Let them steep for 2-3 minutes and then discard the excess water
To the tea leaves, add the remainder of the ingredients and mix well
Pat this fragrant mix onto your face
Leave for 15-20 minutes
Wash off gently and pat dry with a clean, soft cloth
Radiate!
Drink Taka Turmeric Masala Chai Tea for Your Daily Dose of Black Tea!
Have you tried our Masala Chai Tea Blend? It has a perfectly proportioned amount of Black Tea Nam Lanh from Vietnam, along with some other 100% natural and organic botanicals. The spicing is subtle, complex, and utterly delicious.
These are the ingredients packed into our own Masala Chai Tea:
Turmeric
Black Tea Nam Lanh
Ceylon Cinnamon
Desiccated Coconut
Cardamom
Fennel
Black Pepper
Clove.
I hope you got some benefit out of this blog post! I encourage you to make Black Tea a daily addition to your diet, for all the benefits it can bring you.
Cheers! Here’s raising a cuppa to you!
The Taka Tea(m)
