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May 11, 2023
Preclinical data show that black tea theaflavins block cancer development and progression. Human studies are urgently needed to evaluate these findings in the clinical setting. It has been observed that people with higher intake of black tea have reduced rates of cancers.1 That may be due to a compound found in black tea called theaflavins. In cell culture and animal models, theaflavins have demonstrated anti-cancer effects, working in multiple ways to slow the spread and progression of many types of cancer.1-5 One group of scientists has dubbed black tea “the future panacea for cancer.”2 Systemic Effects of Theaflavins When green tea leaves are fermented to make black tea, compounds called theaflavins are formed.6 These black […]
June 22, 2021
In the past few years, many of my patients have begun adding a variety of teas to their daily routine and I couldn’t be happier. As I tell my patients, various teas have been used in Eastern medicine for the treatment of many illnesses and conditions as well as to just stay healthy! There are a number of health benefits associated with drinking teas of all types that I would like to share that with you as well. A Tea For All Reasons As I mentioned above, tea has been used in Eastern medicine for centuries. For the last several […]
July 28, 2015
Whether you drink tea socially or for the health benefits, one thing is for sure: you’re probably getting a lot more than what you bargained for. The custom of drinking tea is a cultural phenomenon that has persisted for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. And lucky for us, we benefit in so many ways. A recent study shows that black tea supports healthy blood pressure levels when taken close to a meal. The results were published in the journal Nutrients. Black Tea Reduces Blood Pressure and Enhances Arterial Function Leaves from the Camellia sinensis plant are fermented to create black tea. In the process, a […]