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Inhale. The fragrance alone entices you, stirs the senses. Whether its color is distinctly dark red, yellow, green, pink, or amber, tea is synonymous with magic. Complexity. Joy. Comfort. Health. Although tea, a universal hot beverage adored the worl

CANCER PROTECTIVE. This brilliant green powder made from ground green tea leaves was originally served in traditional Japanese tea ceremonies. Because it’s made from the whole leaf, it contains more antioxidants than loose-leaf green tea. The most po

When you’re not drinking water, consider brewing a pot of green tea for a wide range of health benefits! This Chinese-origin herbal infusion has years of research into its health benefits. But there is also a slew of myths touting it as a fat-melting

Provided we don’t drink too much of it, teas provide a number of health benefits. They have been known to combat the flu, prevent tooth decay, lower heart disease risk, lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk of cancer. Green tea, in particular, is

WHEN it comes to diabetes self-management, using a cookbook can be your ally to help you plan meals and eat healthfully. Meet “The Budget-Friendly Fresh and Local Diabetes Cookbook” by Charles Mattocks, a celebrity chef and diabetes advocate who has

Tea—green, black, white, and red—is making its way from the cup into beauty products. Rich in antioxidants with anti-aging and anti-inflammatory properties, green tea is the most popular tea in skin care, but interest in other varieties is brewing. G

WORDS / KATE DUNCAN Not much can compete with a freshly brewed cup of tea. It seems simple: boil the kettle and add a tea bag or scoop of tea leaves (if you’re feeling fancy) to a cup of hot water and let it brew. Maybe splash in some milk, maybe som

If the matcha craze hasn’t reached your neighborhood yet, you may well be wondering what it is. A traditional Japanese ceremonial drink, matcha is a type of green tea that is grown and prepared like no other. It delivers concentrated antioxidants and

Japan’s method of growing tea under shade is unique. Since 1835, this cultivation technique has been used exclusively for exceptional (and expensive) green teas, such as gyokuro and matcha. The practice produces teas that yield a soft yellow-green li

Studies have revealed that a good cuppa could increase mental awareness, aid weight loss and help prevent diabetes, heart disease and perhaps even cancer. Black, white and green teas contain antioxidants called flavonoids, the amino acid L-theanine (

Tea is one of the most widely enjoyed beverages around the world, and green tea is one of the most popular types, known for its health benefits and flavour. So if your taste buds are looking for a new way to enjoy this beneficial beverage, then jasmi

You may want to supplement your diet with a few of the following herbs that have been shown to promote healthy weight loss. Chickweed can break down body fat. Chickweed tea has the added benefit of curbing cravings and aiding in digestion. Adding bur

Matcha tea has made landfall in SA and is the latest must-try item (though it might be a bit of an acquired taste). It’s now widely available at coffee shops and restaurants in various forms: matcha shots, lattes, teas and even desserts. Matcha, like

Is it safe to eat an apple core? A Yes. And, it’s actually good for you! The apple pips and stem contain good bacteria, which is great for our gut microbiome. A single apple contains around 100 million bacterial cells, but if you toss out the core,

TEXT BY LISA TURNER, RECIPES BY NATHAN LYON AND JULIE MORRIS, PHOTOGRAPHY BY RONALD TSANG, ILLUSTRATIONS BY GEETANJALI CHATRATH TALWAR CANCER PROTECTIVE. This brilliant green powder made from ground green tea leaves was originally served in tradition

BY LISA TURNER The latest statistics show about one in eight American women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime, and breast cancer death rates in the US are higher than those for any other cancer, besides lung cancer.

Most of the world's tea comes from China, India and Sri Lanka. But since 2000, dozens of farms have sprouted across the U.S. producing small-batch, artisanal tea sold at a premium.

A relative of green tea, matcha, available in supermarkets, comes from the same plant, and has some surprising health benefits. Discover why it’s the latest superfood. Matcha is incredibly high in antioxidants which work to stabilise the ‘free radic

Can I drink green tea every day? Drinking three to five cups of green tea per day is optimal to reap the most health benefits. In fact, drinking more green tea may greatly improve your health. When is the best time to drink green tea? Drink green tea

Matcha, a finely ground powder of specially grown and processed green tea leaves, is finding its way into more than just hot water and pancakes. It’s the new Yoda of skincare, even haircare and DIY beauty routines. After all, drinking matcha tea is k

I’M drinking a cup of freshly brewed green tea from a free sample Irene and I received while visiting the Gurinpia ‘tea factory and farm’ at Makinohara in Shizuoka Prefecture on our recent trip to Japan. The landscape of rolling hills in this area is

After water, tea is the world’s most widely consumed beverage, and the pleasures of imbibing a cuppa made from tea leaves you grew yourself is an experience that speaks of slow living, sustainability and green-thumbed, nature-loving goodness. Ash Hil

Green tea offers a host of benefits, the latest of which hits you right in the gut — in a good way. In a recent study published in The Journal of Nutritional Biochemistry, mice fed a high-fat diet that included 2 percent green-tea extract (about the

Artichokes are rich in cynarin, chlorogenic acid and other compounds that boost the liver’s detox pathways, protect against oxidative stress and reduce the risk of liver damage. It’s also high in inulin, which stimulates components of the immune syst

Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), an active compound found in green tea, may be able to delay the onset of this degenerative disease, according to research from Canada’s McMaster University. The results, published in the Journal of the American Chemic

February is heart-health month, so it’s a great time to focus on your cardio awareness. And what better way to boost heart health than with delicious, and nutritious, real foods? Here are 10 to try. 1 Cranberries contain polyphenols—antioxidants as