This exceptional Japanese style green tea combined with spicy ginger gives a very high antioxidant punch!
Jim's Tasting Notes:
This tea is very ginger forward and the ginger plays nicely with the mildly sweet flavor of the green tea. For a milder, warming cup brew for 3 minutes. For more heat brew longer. 5 minutes provides a spicy cup that should satisfy any ginger lover. A warm and invigorating experience!
Ingredients and benefits:
| Ingredients | Luxury green tea, dried ginger |
| Origin | China |
| Antioxidant Level | Very High |
| Caffeine Level | Low |
Green Tea
Among green tea’s many benefits, most notable are:
- High in anti-oxidants- green tea is loaded with polyphenols. These anti-oxidants can reduce inflammation by protecting the body against free radicals and cell damage.
- May help lower the risk of heart disease – The polyphenols found in green tea can help to relax blood vessels and prevent bad (LDL) cholesterol from becoming oxidized.
- Good for oral health- Green tea is a natural source of fluoride, catechins and tannins. Several studies have shown that these compounds can help fight bacteria that cause plaque on teeth.
- Green tea has powerful antioxidants that may protect against cancer. Multiple studies show that green tea drinkers have a lower risk of various types of cancer.
- Bone health- Catechins in green tea have been shown to prevent bone loss by suppressing cells that break down bone.
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Green tea contains the amino acid L-theanine, which can work synergistically with caffeine to improve brain function.
- EGCG, a compound found in green tea, has been linked with a lower risk of Alzheimer's and Parkinson’s diseases.
- Green tea is widely thought to help with weight loss, though studies are inconclusive.
Ginger
Among ginger’s many benefits, most notable are:
- Used for centuries to treat nausea and morning sickness
- Ginger can help to control food intake by promoting a feeling of fullness and reducing feelings of hunger
- Used for centuries for its anti inflammatory properties
- Has been shown to help with pain relief
- Some research suggests that ginger can help reduce A1C, insulin,blood sugar levels, and triglycerides among people with type 2 diabetes
- Loaded with antioxidants
- Has shown some adaptogen qualities, helping to reduce stress levels and improve immunity
- Inhaling the steam from ginger tea can help relieve nasal congestion and other respiratory issues.