A pleasant blend of tart lemon with the sweetness of green tea. Makes excellent iced tea!
Jim's Tasting Notes:
The gunpowder green tea has a strong flavor with a slightly sweet finish which intermingles with the refreshing citrus flavors of the other ingredients. This is an absolutely perfect tea to serve iced.
Ingredients and benefits:
| Ingredients | Gunpowder green tea, lime pieces, calendula + Sunflower petals, gluten free natural flavors. |
| Origin | Sri Lanka |
| Antioxidant Level | 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.
-
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.
Lime Pieces
- Lime is rich in vitamin C
- Lime contains potassium
- Lime contains powerful antioxidants
- Lime has antimicrobial properites
Calendula petals
- Known for its anti-inflammatory properties
- Antibacterial properties makes it a popular ingredient in oral care products
- Studies show improved skin tone in individuals who consume Calendula in tea
- Research has shown that Calendula contains antioxidant compounds that directly impact vision.
- Calendula extract is being studied for its role in cancer treatment
Sunflower petals
- Contains high levels of antioxidants used for treating liver damage
- Used to treat sleep disorders, most notably insomnia