Discover the Power of White Tea by NEWS CANADA
As the health-conscious lifestyle gains in popularity, the tea
phenomenon continues to grow with its latest addition, white tea.
White tea is the rarest form of tea and originates from the same
plant as black, oolong and green tea. Hand-picked only in early
spring from the tea buds before the tea leaf blossoms, white tea is
named for the silver fuzz appearing on the buds which turn white
when dried. Tea leaves destined to be white tea undergo little
processing and no fermentation; they are steamed to maintain the
naturalness of the tea leaf.
White tea not only has a natural sweet taste but, like green
tea, is also rich in antioxidants.
White tea is all the rage,". It has a rare, exotic quality that
consumers love. Plus, it delivers antioxidants and delicious taste
and can be consumed with ease, on-the-go, at any time of day. You
can't ask for a better combination of benefits in a beverage for
people seeking a healthy lifestyle."
White tea is known for its delicate flavour and for flavonoids,
which are known for their antioxidant activity. This good-tasting
and good-for-you tea appeals to those looking for a cold and
delicious beverage that appeals to their healthy lifestyle.
The demand for white tea has soared recently as tea connoisseurs
and lay drinkers are finding white tea varieties more delicate and
sweet as compared to some black and green tea varieties.
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