Write: Sonia Iglesias
Known for its many benefits for our health, tea is a drink prepared with hot water and a few leaves, one of the varieties of tea. But what else do you know about him? I tell you a brief summary of my experience. In which you will feel identified and I will teach you the correct formula to take the you.
We spend a lot of time at work or studying, in my case in the office in front of a computer. When I felt that my eyes were heavy and my concentration level decreased, I went to my cup of tea. The effect on my body clears my mind, I can stay awake and focused longer. I realize I need a cup of tea for your nice flavor. The effect that helps me feel good.
One day I decided to start my own related path in the world of tea. I wanted to know more about him, understand him, enjoy him and spread his great culture. Of course, knowing the varieties of tea.
This is my philosophy: “It is not essential to have experience in everything that is done. Yes, it is recommended in what we want to develop ”. To achieve this objective it has cost me many hours of study, research, travel and an unforgettable experience in Sri Lanka.
WHAT IS TEA?
Tea comes from the plant Camellia sinensis. The leaves of the plant are harvested and transferred to the factory for its production process.
ORIGIN OF TEA
There are many legends around its discovery and varieties of tea. Chinese legend tells that the the was discovered by the Emperor Seng Nung, about 3.000 years before Christ. The emperor rested under the shade of a tree.
They lit a bonfire to heat water, the heat of the fire dried some leaves from the long branches of the tree. Suddenly, a breeze of air tore off several leaves that fell into the hot water. The emperor tasted the drink and was delighted by its aroma, taste, and therapeutic effect. They investigated this bush and began to grow tea.
VARIETIES OF TEA
According to the manufacturing process in the factory, the result will be the following varieties most consumed:
Blanco: the least processed of all.
Verde: is fixed, process to avoid oxidation.
BLUE "Oolong": semi-fermented.
Black: 100% oxidized.
RED "Pu erh": post-fermented.
PROPERTIES FOR HEALTH
The leaves of the the they contain 60% of soluble product that is transferred to the drink. Polyphenols are groups of chemicals in the Camellia Sinensis plant that act on the body as antioxidants:
- Catechins: they act as antioxidants much more effective than vitamin C and 25% more effective than vitamin E.
- Tannins: They are responsible for the astringency and bitter taste. Provides healing and antidiarrheal properties. It can also help decrease the absorption of cholesterol.
- Vitamins: they are organic compounds that function as regulators of our body.
- Caffeine: helps speed up our metabolism, keep us awake and focused.
- Tehanina: anti stress amino acid, improves the ability to concentrate feeling calm at the same time.
Combining caffeine and tehanine we only found it in the you.
CORRECT FORMULA TO DRINK TEA
Preparation for a cup of tea in bulk:
- 220 cc of bottled or filtered water.
- 3 g of tea (a dessert spoon)
- Water temperatures and infusion minutes:
| VARIETY OF TEA | WATER TEMPERATURE | INFUSION MINUTES |
| WHITE | 85 ° C | 3-5 |
| GREEN | 80 ° C | 1-2 |
| BLUE "OOLONG" | 95 ° C | 5 |
| BLACK | 90 ° C | 3-4 |
| RED "PU ERH" | 95 ° C | 1-5 |
All ready to enjoy our cup of tea!
"Behind every cup of tea hides a great commitment to quality and human work"
