Sustainability
{"id":604829417766,"title":"Composting Tea Bags and Other Incredible Uses for Them","created_at":"2023-03-02T17:21:41+00:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ePeople often ask us about composting tea bags. And we understand why! As a nation, we reportedly drink 100 million cups of tea every day\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIf you’re like us, you probably use a fair number of tea bags. And if, like us, you’re no fan of food waste, it’s natural to wonder what can be done with them. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eMany confidently guess that tea \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eleaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e are a safe bet for the compost bin. But \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003etea \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ebags \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eare another (altogether more complex) matter. Can you compost tea bags? Moreover, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eshould\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e you compost tea bags? The shortest answer we can give you is: YES – in some cases. And you can certainly make the most of your used tea to enrich your soil and nourish your plants!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIn this article, we’ll demystify words such as ‘plant-based’, ‘biodegradable’ and ‘compostable’, break down which tea bags are recyclable and which tea bags compostable and tell you exactly \u003cspan dir=\"ltr\" class=\"ui-provider fz b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\"\u003ewhat to do after drinking your cuppa to minimise waste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\" alt=\"What to do with a teabag after drinking tea? Question illustrated by two hands cradling a glass mug of tea with the teabag still floating in the tea – there is a question mark on the tea-tag, which hangs over the side of the cup.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1688740755\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eShort on time? Shortcut to the answer to your burning compost questions by choosing from the links below.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre tea bags compostable or are they biodegradable?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompost: the basics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhich tea bags are compostable? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 Extraordinary upcycling ideas for used tea bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAre Dragonfly tea bags compostable? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eAre tea bags compostable or are they biodegradable? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAnd what’s the difference? Some companies use ‘compostable’ and ‘biodegradable’ interchangeably. Clearly, tea bag terminology can be confusing, so let’s start with a glossary of terms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eBiodegradable:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThis tea bag will break down into organic matter under the right conditions. However, it might only be suitable for industrial composting, not home composting.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eCompostable: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e‘Compostable’ means the teabag is suitable for industrial composting (via your food waste caddy). It \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ecan \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ealso sometimes mean that the tea bag is home-compostable (i.e., it will break down in your home compost heap) – but it doesn’t always mean this! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW23821403 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle-defn='{\"ObjectId\":\"d58533b0-faa4-4741-869a-96368860e1e2|176\",\"ClassId\":1073872969,\"Properties\":[469775450,\"Normal0\",201340122,\"2\",134234082,\"true\",134233614,\"true\",469778129,\"Normal0\",335572020,\"1\",469777841,\"Times New Roman\",469777842,\"Times New Roman\",469777843,\"Arial Unicode MS\",469777844,\"Times New Roman\",469769226,\"Times New Roman,Arial Unicode MS\",134245417,\"false\",469778325,\"[\\\"heading 10\\\",\\\"heading 20\\\",\\\"heading 30\\\",\\\"header\\\",\\\"footer\\\",\\\"Normal (Web)\\\",\\\"annotation text\\\",\\\"List Paragraph\\\",\\\"Quote\\\",\\\"toc 1\\\",\\\"toc 2\\\",\\\"toc 3\\\",\\\"Subtitle\\\"]\"]}' data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23821403 BCX0\"\u003ePLA:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW23821403 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle-defn='{\"ObjectId\":\"d58533b0-faa4-4741-869a-96368860e1e2|176\",\"ClassId\":1073872969,\"Properties\":[469775450,\"Normal0\",201340122,\"2\",134234082,\"true\",134233614,\"true\",469778129,\"Normal0\",335572020,\"1\",469777841,\"Times New Roman\",469777842,\"Times New Roman\",469777843,\"Arial Unicode MS\",469777844,\"Times New Roman\",469769226,\"Times New Roman,Arial Unicode MS\",134245417,\"false\",469778325,\"[\\\"heading 10\\\",\\\"heading 20\\\",\\\"heading 30\\\",\\\"header\\\",\\\"footer\\\",\\\"Normal (Web)\\\",\\\"annotation text\\\",\\\"List Paragraph\\\",\\\"Quote\\\",\\\"toc 1\\\",\\\"toc 2\\\",\\\"toc 3\\\",\\\"Subtitle\\\"]\"]}' data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23821403 BCX0\"\u003ePolylactic Acid – a plant-based, biodegradable bio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23821403 BCX0\"\u003epolymer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23821403 BCX0\"\u003e made from renewable sources, such as corn. This is non-toxic and will break down into organic matter, but \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23821403 BCX0\"\u003eit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23821403 BCX0\"\u003eneeds specific conditions to do so. ‘Cornsilk\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23821403 BCX0\"\u003e’,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23821403 BCX0\"\u003e ‘Cornstarch’ and ‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\" class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW23821403 BCX0\"\u003eSoilon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW23821403 BCX0\"\u003e’ are types of PLA.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}' class=\"EOP SCXW23821403 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eCertified home compostable: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThis tea bag is made from 100% plant materials and is free from plastic, including bioplastic (PLA). It should break down in your home compost.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e100% Plant-based: \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThis tea bag, including the sealant, is made from plant-based materials. This might mean the tea bag contains PLA, which is a renewable and sustainable biopolymer. PLA will break down with industrial composting, but not in a regular home compost heap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eCompost: the very basics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eSince you’re reading this blog, you likely already know compost as the benevolent pile of food and garden scraps quietly breaking down in your garden. Even better, you know it as the crumbly, soil-like result of this process. The nutrient-dense, microorganism-packed product of organic decomposition is a gardener’s best friend. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eYou possibly know of the many benefits of composting, such as:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eImproved soil and plant health\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eReduced landfill and emissions of greenhouse gases\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"padding-left: 30px;\"\u003eRecycling nutrients that would otherwise be lost\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd, if you are fortunate enough to have your own compost heap, you know it requires 4 ingredients:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon\u003c\/strong\u003e: ‘browns’, like cardboard and dry leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNitrogen\u003c\/strong\u003e: ‘greens’, like grass cuttings and food scraps\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e: in small amounts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOxygen\u003c\/strong\u003e: for bugs to thrive and microorganisms to do their thing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e‘Decomposers’ such as bacteria, fungi, ants, beetles and worms break down these ingredients into the soil-like plant food we know and love.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e\u003cspan class=\"TextRun SCXW166735993 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-AU\" data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle-defn='{\"ObjectId\":\"d58533b0-faa4-4741-869a-96368860e1e2|176\",\"ClassId\":1073872969,\"Properties\":[469775450,\"Normal0\",201340122,\"2\",134234082,\"true\",134233614,\"true\",469778129,\"Normal0\",335572020,\"1\",469777841,\"Times New Roman\",469777842,\"Times New Roman\",469777843,\"Arial Unicode MS\",469777844,\"Times New Roman\",469769226,\"Times New Roman,Arial Unicode MS\",134245417,\"false\",469778325,\"[\\\"heading 10\\\",\\\"heading 20\\\",\\\"heading 30\\\",\\\"header\\\",\\\"footer\\\",\\\"Normal (Web)\\\",\\\"annotation text\\\",\\\"List Paragraph\\\",\\\"Quote\\\",\\\"toc 1\\\",\\\"toc 2\\\",\\\"toc 3\\\",\\\"Subtitle\\\"]\"]}' data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW166735993 BCX0\"\u003eLots of food and plant waste fall under the ‘greens’ and ‘browns’ categories, and contribute to a healthy, happy heap. But keen composters know there are scraps from both kitchen and garden that should be kept out of the compost pile. Meat and fish are examples, as are diseased \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW166735993 BCX0\"\u003eplants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW166735993 BCX0\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}' class=\"EOP SCXW166735993 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\" alt=\"A green clay teapot with its lid off beside a small pile of Dragonfly Tea tea leaves on a white wooden surface.\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_Compost_2-min.jpg?v=1688743344\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eAre tea leaves good for plants?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eSo where does tea fall? ‘Used’ or steeped tea leaves are ‘greens’ – nitrogen-rich matter that balances the carbon in your compost pile. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eTea leaves contain potassium and phosphorus which, along with nitrogen, are the makings of a good plant food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e. Steeped leaves also help maintain moisture in your heap, and increase oxygen levels – brilliant for the bugs. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eIs caffeine bad for compost?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIs it safe to add a lot of tea leaves to your compost, or does caffeine accumulate?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eCaffeine is highly soluble, so a lot of what’s present in the leaves finds its way out of the leaves and into our cup of tea on first brew. But it’s true that some caffeine will stay behind. How much depends on a number of factors, from water temperature to leaf size. Some remaining caffeine will be broken down in the composting process, but a little may end up in your compost. In small amounts, caffeine is harmless to (and may even benefit) your plants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e3\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAs a rule of thumb, as long as your tea leaves make up less than 20% of your whole compost heap, you shouldn’t have much to worry about\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e4\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eIs tea good for compost?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIt’s safe to say that tea leaves are a brilliant addition to your home compost pile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e5\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e. But how about tea bags?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eComposting tea bags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAbout 97.5% of the tea, we Brits drink comes from tea bags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e6\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e. So, can you simply put the whole tea bag into your compost caddy to get the benefits from the leaves?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThis is where things get a little more complicated. One thing firmly in the ‘keep out’ of the compost pile is plastic. Plastic breaks down into microplastics, which accumulate in soil-living organisms with knock-on effects for plant health\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e7\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAt Dragonfly Tea, we don’t use petrochemical plastics in our tea bags. However, many brands do still use the fossil-fuel based plastic polypropylene in their tea bags, which is non-biodegradable. These tea bags aren’t suitable for home \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eor\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e industrial composting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eBut what about plant-based plastic tea bags? And can we still use the leaves from plastic-based tea bags? Let’s look. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ePlant-based tea bags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ePlant-based (sometimes called biodegradable or plastic-free tea bags) are made from plant fibres, such as cellulose. It’s not technically correct to call them plastic-free, though, since they’re sometimes sealed with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ebio\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eplastic PLA, a sustainable plant-based polymer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eCan I put them in my home compost?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eWhile these tea bags are biodegradable, home compost heaps usually don’t create the conditions needed to break down PLA, so they won’t decompose at the same rate as the rest of your pile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e8\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e. What that means is you might end up with partially or not-yet decomposed teabags in your finished compost. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eA hot compost bin (if you’re lucky enough to have one!) will break down biodegradable tea bags more effectively, especially if you cut a few holes in the bag before popping in into the pile. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIn short: not recommended. However, if the tea bag is ‘certified for home composting’, this means it doesn’t contain PLA and can be added to your home heap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eCan I put them in my food waste caddy?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eFully plant-based tea bags will break down fully in industrial composting conditions, leaving no microplastics. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIn short: yes! Local authority food waste is processed to create fertiliser and generate electricity. You can safely recycle your tea bags in your food waste caddy.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ePlastic-based tea bags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eFossil-fuel plastics, like polypropylene, should be kept out of the soil. If your tea bag brand doesn’t state on the packaging that the bags are ‘biodegradable’, ‘plastic-free’, ‘fully plant-based’, ‘compostable’ or similar, they probably contain polypropylene.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eCan I put them in my home compost?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThese tea bags often persist in your compost, clogging up your soil and posing a risk to wildlife, or they break down into harmful microplastics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIn short: No.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eCan I put them in my food waste bin?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eWhile some councils say they accept all tea bags in their food waste collections, it’s best to keep plastic out of the environment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIn short: No.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eWhat about staples, strings and tags?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eStaples should always be removed before tea bags are placed in any food waste or compost pile. Likewise, paper tags should be removed and added to your paper recycling. Cotton strings will biodegrade, so can be placed in food waste bins for industrial composting, but if the box doesn’t state that the tea bag string is 100% cotton, it’s safest to remove it and dispose of it with general waste. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eHow long does it take for tea bags to compost?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThe answer to this is very much ‘it depends’. Tea bags suitable for home composting can take anywhere from 3 to 6 months to break down in a standard compost heap\u003c\/span\u003e\u003csup\u003e9\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eTop tip: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIf you’re a keen home composter, you could do as Dragonfly Tea fan, Lucy, does:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e“I keep a beautiful ceramic pot by the kettle, which I use to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ecollect my used tea bags over the course of each day. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eI\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003en the evening, I spend a couple of minutes tearing open the bags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e and emptying the tea leaves into a pile, which I then add to my \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ecompost bin. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eEmpty plant-based tea bags then go in my food waste bin. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eEasy!”\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false,\"335551550\":2,\"335551620\":2,\"335559685\":864,\"335559737\":864,\"335559738\":200,\"335559739\":160}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle-linked-defn='{\"ObjectId\":\"d58533b0-faa4-4741-869a-96368860e1e2|188\",\"ClassId\":1073872969,\"Properties\":[469775450,\"Heading 2 Char\",201340122,\"1\",134233614,\"true\",469778129,\"Heading2Char\",335572020,\"9\",134231262,\"true\",134224900,\"true\",469777841,\"Helvetica\",469777842,\"Calibri\",469777843,\"Times New Roman\",469777844,\"Helvetica\",469769226,\"Helvetica,Calibri,Times New Roman\",335551500,\"2236962\",268442635,\"51\",335559705,\"2057\",469777929,\"heading 20\",469778324,\"Default Paragraph Font\"]}' data-ccp-parastyle-defn='{\"ObjectId\":\"d58533b0-faa4-4741-869a-96368860e1e2|178\",\"ClassId\":1073872969,\"Properties\":[469775450,\"heading 20\",201340122,\"2\",134234082,\"true\",134233614,\"true\",469778129,\"heading20\",335572020,\"9\",134234073,\"true\",134224900,\"true\",469777841,\"Helvetica\",469777842,\"Calibri\",469777843,\"Times New Roman\",469777844,\"Helvetica\",469769226,\"Helvetica,Calibri,Times New Roman\",335551500,\"2236962\",268442635,\"51\",335551547,\"2057\",335559740,\"360\",201341983,\"0\",335560102,\"1\",134245417,\"true\",469777929,\"Heading 2 Char\",469778324,\"Normal0\"]}' data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 20\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8614320 BCX0\"\u003e3 Extraordinary upcycling ideas for used \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 20\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8614320 BCX0\"\u003etea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 20\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8614320 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 20\" class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW8614320 BCX0\"\u003ebags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e1. Planting seeds\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ePoke a hole in a used tea bag, pop in a couple of seeds, then place the whole thing in an old bread bag (or other upcycled packaging!), tie the top and leave for a day or two. The seeds should soon sprout!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"composting tea bag idea: one hand holds a used tea bag with a slit cut into it while the other uses a teaspoon to drops seeds into the slit\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_Compost_3-min.jpg?v=1688744626\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e2. Potting on\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eWhen you’re moving a plant into a larger pot, pop a couple of used plant-based tea bags into the new soil before transplanting. They’ll improve soil quality, increase drainage and retain moisture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e3. Aerating soil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eSplit the bag of a dry, used tea bag and pour tea leaves directly onto the soil around your plants. This helps improve oxygenation of the soil (and some say it helps deter cats!). This idea also works for used loose leaf tea leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"Composting tea idea: a hand spoons steeped loose leaf tea from a glass teapot into the soil of a potted plant. A tin of Dragonfly Tea loose leaf Assam tea is in the foreground.\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_Compost_4-min.jpg?v=1688744657\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eAre Dragonfly tea bags compostable?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eDragonfly Tea string \u0026amp; tag tea bags are certified home\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ecompostable. Our pillow and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Full Dragonfly Tea pyramid range\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/tea-pyramids\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003epyramid tea bags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e are biodegradable and industrially compostable – so best popped in your food waste caddy composting or snipped to empty the leaves into your compost pile.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eLooking to go low waste? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"See our range of loose leaf tea tins\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/loose-leaf-tea\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLoose leaf teas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e are your best bet (and the tins are easily upcycled!).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAt Dragonfly Tea, we take our responsibility to the environment seriously. You can learn more about what drives us \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dragonfly Tea on sustainability\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/pages\/sustainability\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e, and about\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e all of\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003etea \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003epackaging \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Recycling Dragonfly Tea packaging\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/pages\/dragonfly-tea-packaging\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eFor more like this and exclusive offers, discounts and recipes straight to your inbox, sign up to our newsletter – just scroll down and fill in the mini-form to the left of the page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003e And, f\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false}'\u003eind our \u003ca title=\"All Dragonfly Tea products\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/all-products\"\u003efull range\u003c\/a\u003e in our online shop. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelated Blogs:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"20 reasons to love Dragonfly Tea\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/blogs\/our-blog\/20-facts-about-dragonfly-tea\"\u003e20 Reasons to Love Dragonfly Tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSources:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1. 6. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tea.co.uk\/tea-faqs\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.tea.co.uk\/tea-faqs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e2. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/agriculturereview.com\/tea-leaf-compost-prepare-and-usage\"\u003ehttps:\/\/agriculturereview.com\/tea-leaf-compost-prepare-and-usage\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e3. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/garden-how-to\/soil-fertilizers\/will-caffeine-affect-plant-growth\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.gardeningknowhow.com\/garden-how-to\/soil-fertilizers\/will-caffeine-affect-plant-growth\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e4. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/gardenerspath.com\/how-to\/composting\/composting-coffee-grounds\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/gardenerspath.com\/how-to\/composting\/composting-coffee-grounds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e5. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.homesandgardens.com\/advice\/using-tea-leaves-in-the-garden\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.homesandgardens.com\/advice\/using-tea-leaves-in-the-garden\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e7. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ecocycle.org\/our-programs\/reducing-plastics\/microplastics\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/ecocycle.org\/our-programs\/reducing-plastics\/microplastics\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e8. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hotbincomposting.com\/blog\/composting-miscellaneous-kitchen-items.html\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.hotbincomposting.com\/blog\/composting-miscellaneous-kitchen-items.html\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e9. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.forkintheroad.co\/compost-tea-bags\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.forkintheroad.co\/compost-tea-bags\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","blog_id":3090709,"author":"Hayley Steward","user_id":75015061564,"published_at":"2023-07-07T16:27:09+01:00","updated_at":"2024-09-17T14:25:19+01:00","summary_html":"\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\" lang=\"EN-AU\" class=\"TextRun SCXW157845831 BCX0\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\"\u003e\u003cspan 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Char\",201340122,\"1\",134233614,\"true\",469778129,\"Heading1Char\",335572020,\"9\",134231262,\"true\",201342446,\"0\",201342447,\"4\",201342448,\"2\",201342449,\"0\",469777841,\"Calibri Light\",469777842,\"\",469777843,\"\",469777844,\"Calibri Light\",201341986,\"0\",469769226,\"Calibri Light\",335551500,\"9851951\",268442635,\"32\",335551547,\"3081\",469777929,\"heading 10\",469778324,\"Default Paragraph Font\"]}'\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun CommentStart CommentHighlightPipeRest CommentHighlightRest SCXW157845831 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 10\"\u003eDefinitive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun CommentHighlightPipeRest SCXW157845831 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"heading 10\"\u003e Dragonfly Tea Guide to Enriching Soil and Nourishing Plants with Tea. \u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\" xml:lang=\"EN-AU\" lang=\"EN-AU\" class=\"TextRun SCXW119050071 BCX0\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119050071 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\" data-ccp-parastyle-defn='{\"ObjectId\":\"d58533b0-faa4-4741-869a-96368860e1e2|176\",\"ClassId\":1073872969,\"Properties\":[469775450,\"Normal0\",201340122,\"2\",134234082,\"true\",134233614,\"true\",469778129,\"Normal0\",335572020,\"1\",469777841,\"Times New Roman\",469777842,\"Times New Roman\",469777843,\"Arial Unicode MS\",469777844,\"Times New Roman\",469769226,\"Times New Roman,Arial Unicode MS\",134245417,\"false\",469778325,\"[\\\"heading 10\\\",\\\"heading 20\\\",\\\"heading 30\\\",\\\"header\\\",\\\"footer\\\",\\\"Normal (Web)\\\",\\\"annotation text\\\",\\\"List Paragraph\\\",\\\"Quote\\\",\\\"toc 1\\\",\\\"toc 2\\\",\\\"toc 3\\\",\\\"Subtitle\\\"]\"]}'\u003eIn this article, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119050071 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\"\u003ewe’ll\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW119050071 BCX0\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"Normal0\"\u003e tell you exactly \u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ui-provider fz b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z ab ac ae af ag ah ai aj ak\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003ewhat to do after drinking your cuppa to minimise waste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","template_suffix":"","handle":"composting-tea-bags","tags":"Caffeine Free Tea, product-classic-earl-grey-organic-black-tea, product-luxury-leaf-assam-black-tea, type:Sustainability","image":{"created_at":"2023-03-02T17:21:41+00:00","alt":"","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/dragonflytea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/Composting_1_800x800-min.jpg?v=1677777701"}}
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The Definitive Dragonfly Tea Guide to Enriching Soil and Nourishing Plants with Tea. In this article, we’ll tell you exactly what to do after drinking your cuppa to minimise waste.
Tea Stories
{"id":605376774438,"title":"Pulp Tea – What’s That All About, Then?","created_at":"2023-06-23T12:21:24+01:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eSo, you’ve caught wind of Pulp tea! Perhaps you’ve spotted a magenta box or two being shared over on Social. Maybe you’ve seen our Dragonfly x Pulp collaboration being raved about in the press – NME for example. (Not to brag, but whether you’re a milk-and-sugar type or not, you can save the teaspoon… it’s been causing quite the stir!) Or did you see Jarvis himself announcing \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/pulp-monday-morning-tea\" title=\"Buy Monday Morning Tea\"\u003eMonday Morning Tea\u003c\/a\u003e?\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Pulp_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1687519864\" alt=\"A pink box of Dragonfly Tea Pulp Monday Morning Tea on a breakfast table amongst a white mug of builder's tea, a glass of orange juice and a half eaten piece of jam-on-toast\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyway, you’ve got questions. And that’s fair enough, it’s not everyday a band of British music legends decide to create their own take on the nation’s favourite hot drink. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Monday Morning Tea the first ‘merch’ tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eIn a word, no!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCast your mind back a year or three (to the year-that-shall-not-be-named). Jarvis Cocker was working on his solo project and with genius typical of the Pulp frontman, he landed on the idea that a celebratory tea would be just the thing.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWith a clear vision in mind for a tea to reflect and complement his new album, Jarvis needed someone up to the job of making it.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhich is where we came in!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/jarvis-peppermint-jungle\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The first merch tea by JARV...IS\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e‘Welcome to the Peppermint Jungle’\u003c\/a\u003e was an intriguing, limited edition herbal infusion inspired by the lyrics of Beyond the Pale. Needless to say, it went down a storm (no teacup!) with Jarvis fans.\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Pulp_1_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1687519722\" alt=\"Dragonfly Tea Jarv...Is Welcome to the Peppermint Jungle herbal infusion in a glass mug, teabag floating and lyric tea tag hanging over the side.\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIt was such a success that, when Pulp reformed for their \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThis Is What We Do for An Encore\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e tour, Pulp asked us to do it again.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eSo, Monday Morning Tea? This is what \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ewe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e do for an encore!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eWhat kind of tea is Monday Morning Tea?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ePulp wanted an everyday black tea, perfect for Monday morning and every morning. Something that could take a splash of milk and give that mellow buzz of a good cuppa. Monday Morning Tea is just that: a full-bodied, single-origin black tea. Enjoy it with or without milk (Jarvis likes his with a splash) and a good album playing!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eWhere can I buy Pulp Tea?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eDesperate to try it? While stocks last you can buy it \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/pulp-monday-morning-tea\" title=\"Monday Morning Tea Product Page\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ehere\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":240}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eWhat about the Pulp Tea box?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThe special edition Pulp lyric box contains 20 individually sealed string \u0026amp; tag tea bags. Each tea bag is adorned with a tea tag featuring Pulp lyrics selected by Jarvis Cocker. (NB, each box contains a random assortment of lyric tea tags).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559737\":565,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eWhat’s the verdict?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThere’s plenty of buzz about Monday Morning Tea. (See, for example, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nme.com\/news\/music\/pulp-launch-their-own-tea-as-island-era-singles-hit-streaming-services-3455756\" title=\"NME magazine's take on Pulp Tea \"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eNME\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hotpress.com\/uncategorized\/jarvis-cocker-of-pulp-has-announced-a-tea-line-tagged-with-song-lyrics-22974092\" title=\"A round-up of Pulp's merch and announcements\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eHot Press\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/faroutmagazine.co.uk\/pulp-launch-line-of-teabags\/\" title=\"Far Out on Pulp Tea and Pulp's single release\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eFar Out Magazine\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.retrotogo.com\/2023\/06\/britpop-your-morning-routine-with-a-cup-of-pulp-tea.html\" title=\"Retro To Go tell you to Britpop your morning with Pulp Tea\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eRetro To Go\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e). But maybe it’s best we leave it to the man himself to tell you all about it:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559737\":565,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e“Monday mornings can be hard. This could help: Pulp Tea!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":false,\"201341983\":0,\"335559737\":565,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIn collaboration with @dragonflyteauk (who produced the JARV IS… Peppermint Jungle tea) we have come up with the perfect black tea to get you up \u0026amp; running on Monday, or any other day of the week, morning (or any other time of the day). It tastes so good you’ll probably want to drink it all day - \u0026amp; you can!” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJarvis Cocker \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Pulp_2_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1687520678\" alt=\"Jarvis Cocker's photograph of a magenta box of Dragonfly Tea Pulp Monday Morning Tea sitting aside a white Pulp tea caddy on a table in front of a house plant.\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eRELATED BLOGS: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/blogs\/our-blog\/dragonfly-x-jarvis-cocker-welcome-to-the-peppermint-jungle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eJarvis 'Welcome to the Peppermint Jungle'\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/blogs\/our-blog\/20-facts-about-dragonfly-tea\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e20 facts about Dragonfly Tea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/blogs\/our-blog\/how-much-caffeine-is-in-tea-vs-coffee\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eHow much caffeine is in tea?\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"134245417\":true,\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":0,\"335559740\":240}'\u003eReviewed and updated: June 2023\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","blog_id":3090709,"author":"Hayley Steward","user_id":75015061564,"published_at":"2023-06-23T12:24:39+01:00","updated_at":"2023-07-03T09:01:32+01:00","summary_html":"\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW227687652 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW227687652 BCX0\"\u003ePulp\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW227687652 BCX0\"\u003e…tea? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW227687652 BCX0\"\u003eDragonfly Tea x Pulp:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW227687652 BCX0\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW227687652 BCX0\"\u003eHere’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW227687652 BCX0\"\u003e the lowdown on how \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW227687652 BCX0\"\u003eth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW227687652 BCX0\"\u003eis unexpectedly marvellous collaboration came to be.\u003c\/span\u003e","template_suffix":"","handle":"about-pulp-tea","tags":"product-jarvis-peppermint-jungle, product-pulp-monday-morning-tea, product-traditional-english-organic-breakfast-tea, type:Tea Stories","image":{"created_at":"2023-06-23T12:21:24+01:00","alt":"","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/dragonflytea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/Pulp_800x800-min.jpg?v=1687519284"}}
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Pulp…tea? Dragonfly Tea x Pulp: Here’s the lowdown on how this unexpectedly marvellous collaboration came to be.
Tea Stories
{"id":557167509564,"title":"Is Tea Good for A Hangover?","created_at":"2022-09-23T13:40:56+01:00","body_html":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eIf you come to this page in - shall we say - a delicate state, you probably want a succinct answer. In short, we can tell you: YES. Tea is good for a hangover!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eStill, the longer explanation holds many helpful tips. So why not grab a cup, get as comfy as you can and find out why tea is the best hangover drink.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\" alt=\"Is Tea Good for A Hangover\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_Hangover_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1663937781\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhat causes hangovers?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eMany of us know what it feels like to wake up regretting that last drink or few. Hangover symptoms range from fatigue and muscle aches to headache and nausea. But how do alcoholic drinks create these symptoms?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAccording to some sources, the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Main Cause of a Hangover\" href=\"https:\/\/www.drinkaware.co.uk\/facts\/health-effects-of-alcohol\/hangovers\/hangover-cure-and-prevention#:~:text=The%20main%20cause%20of%20a,become%20dehydrated%20as%20a%20result.\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003emain cause of hangover\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e is the alcohol itself: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAlcohol, aka ethanol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEthanol is a diuretic – it makes you pee more, losing electrolytes (like salt) and water. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dehydration as a Result of Alcohol Consumption\" href=\"https:\/\/www.niaaa.nih.gov\/publications\/brochures-and-fact-sheets\/hangovers\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis can cause dehydration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, a possible culprit for your hangover headache and thirst. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhat’s more, ethanol is broken down in the liver to acetaldehyde, a toxic chemical that causes inflammation throughout the body. This can make you feel rough and cause havoc in your gastrointestinal tract.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBut there are other substances in alcoholic drinks that can contribute to a hangover, too. These include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCongeners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCongeners are compounds created by the fermentation process that flavour and colour some alcoholic drinks. Drinks with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Congeners: The Alcohol Headache\" href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/alcalc\/article\/43\/2\/124\/122754\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehigher congener levels have been linked with more severe hangovers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSulphites\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSulphites are naturally occurring in grapes which go on to produce wine, and can also added to wines (and other drinks) as a preservative or an enhancer. Some people have an existing \u003cspan\u003esensitivity\u003c\/span\u003e to sulphites, and in those people, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sulfite Concentration and the Occurrence of Headaches Study\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/30962515\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003esulphites are associated with the propensity to developing headaches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eSugar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eConsuming lots of sugary alcoholic drinks can cause blood sugar levels to spike, then crash as the body overcompensates. The resulting ‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sugar Hangover\" href=\"https:\/\/www.self.com\/story\/sugar-hangover-facts\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003esugar hangover’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e can add to or intensify your hangover symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTogether (and along with other substances), these compounds cause your body three main problems that account for your hangover:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDehydration\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Effects of Alcohol Hangover on Cytokine Production Research\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0741832903002179\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eInflammation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Alcohol, Oxidative Stress, and Free Radical Damage Research\" href=\"https:\/\/pubs.niaaa.nih.gov\/publications\/arh27-4\/277-284.htm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOxidative stress\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhy is tea a good hangover cure drink?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEnter: tea! Packed with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Benefits of Tea: Is It Good for You\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/pages\/tea-benefits\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ebenefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, it’s well known for being:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHydrating\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAnti-inflammatory\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eHigh in antioxidants\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe eagle-eyed amongst you will notice these benefits address all three of the problems mentioned above. For this reason, some claim tea is the best drink for a hangover!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\" alt=\"Rooibos Choco Chai Hangover Recovery Tea Mug\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_Hangover_Tea_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1663940930\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhich is the best tea for a hangover?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs you probably know, different teas have different benefits and properties. And people experience hangovers differently, too. One way to choose \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eyour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e personal hangover recovery tea is to consider which tea best matches your own symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTo help, here’s our round-up of some of the best teas for hangover, and the symptoms they’re good for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eCamomile Tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGently soothing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"A Herbal Medicine of the Past, Camomile, with Bright Future\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2995283\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ecamomile tea is a long-used natural remedy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e for upset nerves and gastrointestinal issues. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWe love \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Buy Dragonfly Pure Camomile Organic Herbal Infusion\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/pure-camomile-organic-infusion\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePure Camomile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e: hand-harvested, air-dried organic camomile flowers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest tea for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e stomach ache and ‘\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Why Alcohol Gives you a Hangover and Anxiety Article\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theguardian.com\/lifeandstyle\/2019\/jan\/27\/hangxiety-why-alcohol-gives-you-a-hangover-and-anxiety\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehangxiety’\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGinger Tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eResearch shows \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4818021\/\"\u003eg\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"The Effectiveness of Ginger in the Prevention of Nausea and Vomiting\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4818021\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003einger tea is an effective natural treatment\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e for nausea and vomiting. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf you’re feeling sick, try a cup of Dragonfly True Clarity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\" mce-data-marked=\"1\"\u003e Ginger\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. It boosts the natural anti-emetic power of ginger with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Anti-Inflammatory Effects of Curcumin in the Inflammatory Diseases\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8572027\/#:~:text=In%20a%20clinical%20trial%20of,and%20oxidative%20stress%20%5B60%5D.\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eanti-inflammatory turmeric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Antioxidant Qualities of Thyme and Wild Thyme\" href=\"https:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/287954724_Antioxidant_properties_of_thyme_Thymus_vulgaris_L_and_wild_thyme_Thymus_serpyllum_L_essential_oils\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eantioxidant thyme\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e – ticking all the hangover cure boxes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest tea for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e nausea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTurmeric Tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eAs mentioned above, turmeric is a powerful anti-inflammatory. Recent \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Can Turmeric Help Relieve Migraines and Headaches\" href=\"https:\/\/greatist.com\/health\/turmeric-for-migraines#:~:text=Turmeriffic%3A%20Research%20on%20turmeric%20as%20a%20migraine%20treatment\u0026amp;text=As%20an%20antioxidant%2C%20turmeric%20may,long%20people%20experienced%20migraine%20attacks.\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eresearch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e suggests it can help relieve migraines and headaches, as well as other \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Effectiveness of Curcuma longa Extract for the Treatment of Pain Symptoms\" href=\"https:\/\/www.acpjournals.org\/doi\/10.7326\/M20-0990\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003epain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTurmeric teams beautifully with aniseed, fennel and cardamom - botanicals championed by Ayurvedic tradition. Together they make our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Buy Dragonfly Golden Balance Turmeric Organic Herbal Tea\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/golden-balance-turmeric-organic-herbal-tea\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGolden Balance Turmeric\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e tea, an excellent anti-hangover drink.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest tea for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e headache and muscle aches.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePeppermint Tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePeppermint tea has a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Mint Tea Benefits Blog\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/blogs\/our-blog\/mint-tea-benefits\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehost of benefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. As well as being a natural digestive aid – great for morning-after stomach ache - peppermint tea is wonderfully reviving. It might help freshen up that sandpaper mouth, too!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOur \u003ca title=\"Dragonfly Three Mint Medley Herbal Infusion\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/three-mint-medley\"\u003eThree Mint Medley\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e tea is organic, fresh and vibrant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest tea for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e: upset stomach and freshening up!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGreen Tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGreen tea is often associated with detoxing, because of its high antioxidant content. Research even suggests \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12126490\/\"\u003eg\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca title=\"Green Tea as a Potent Antioxidant in Alcohol Intoxication\" href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/12126490\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ereen tea could protect the liver against the damage caused by alcohol\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. And as it contains caffeine, green tea might be just the boost you need to overcome fatigue caused by alcohol-disturbed sleep. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eDragonfly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Buy Dragonfly Emerald Mountain Organic Green Tea\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/emerald-mountain-organic-green-tea\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePure Green Mountain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e tea is light, smooth and our pick for best morning hangover drink.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest tea for\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e: fatigue\/tiredness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Hangover_update_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1725619731\" alt=\"Dragonfly Three Mint Medley, Pure Green Mountain, Golden Balance Turmeric Tea\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Hangover_update_1200x800px-min_480x480.jpg?v=1725619731\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eShould you avoid any particular tea with a hangover?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTo our knowledge, there aren’t any teas that should be avoided when you have a hangover. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIf you’ve heard you shouldn’t drink tea the morning after the night before, it’s probably due to confusion around caffeine. The thinking goes: caffeine is a mild diuretic so couldn’t it worsen dehydration, thus a hangover?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIn a word, no. Indeed, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Caffeine and Diuresis During Rest and Exercise Research\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4725310\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eresearch\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e suggests there’s no need to worry about caffeine consumption and fluid loss. You’d have to drink a lot of cups of tea in very quick succession to have any adverse effects. Besides, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Science of Hangovers and Hydration\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cedars-sinai.org\/blog\/science-of-hangovers.html\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003edehydration alone is unlikely to be responsible for hangover symptoms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eBut it’s worth noting that all ‘true’ (black, green, white, oolong and pu’er) teas contain some caffeine. That’s because caffeine is naturally present in Camellia sinensis - the plant they come from. So, if you prefer to avoid caffeine, you could choose one of the herbal teas listed above. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eFor a comforting tea closer to a ‘traditional’ cuppa, try\u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rooibos \u0026amp; Honeybush Tea Guide\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/pages\/rooibos-tea\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e rooibos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. For example, naturally caffeine-free \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Buy Rooibos Choco Chai Spiced Redbush Tea\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/rooibos-choco-chai-spiced-redbush\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRooibos Choco Chai\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e is sweet and decadent – it might just help you kick those hangover sugar cravings, too!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eIs tea the best hangover cure?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe honest answer is that the best hangover cure is prevention. That might not help you right now, but it’s worth remembering for your next night out! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eOur favourite tip is to follow every alcoholic drink with a full glass of water. This naturally helps slow (thus reduce) your alcohol consumption and counteract any dehydrating effects. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen it’s too late for prevention? Well, hangovers vary in symptoms and severity for a number of reasons, so the best cure for one hangover might not be the best for another. Nonetheless, a benefit-rich, comforting cuppa and a gentle day will likely help you feel better, so pop the kettle on! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTo stock up on the teas recommended in this blog, check out our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Buy From The Full Range of Dragonfly Teas\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/all-products\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eonline shop\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e or make your way (when you’re feeling up to it!) to one of our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca title=\"Where to Buy Dragonfly Teas\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/pages\/where-to-buy\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003estockists\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e. For your Welcome Discount, exclusive offers and tea news, don’t forget to subscribe to our newsletter - just enter your details in the form at the bottom of this page. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eReviewed and updated: September 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","blog_id":3090709,"author":"Hayley Steward","user_id":75015061564,"published_at":"2022-09-23T15:33:34+01:00","updated_at":"2024-09-06T11:55:14+01:00","summary_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThe Dragonfly Tea guide to sipping your way through that hangover. Find out which teas are best for soothing your morning-after symptoms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","template_suffix":"","handle":"is-tea-good-for-hangover","tags":"product-emerald-mountain-organic-green-tea, product-golden-balance-turmeric-organic-herbal-tea, product-pure-camomile-organic-infusion, product-pure-peppermint-organic-infusion, product-rooibos-choco-chai-spiced-redbush, product-true-clarity-ginger, Tea World, tea-life, type:Tea Stories","image":{"created_at":"2022-09-23T13:40:56+01:00","alt":"Is Tea Good for A Hangover. Lady with a mug wrapped in a duvet.","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/dragonflytea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/Blog-Hangover-800x800-min.jpg?v=1664183945"}}
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The Dragonfly Tea guide to sipping your way through that hangover. Find out which teas are best for soothing your morning-after symptoms.
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{"id":468596031548,"title":"Dragonfly's 6 Best Teas For Sleep","created_at":"2020-06-10T18:00:43+01:00","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e Your sleep is precious! With our lives becoming increasingly stressful, quantity and quality of sleep has become more important than ever. Find out about our 6 favourite teas for sleepiness, and why we love them!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\" alt=\"6 best tea for sleep\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog-BesTeasForSleep-1200x800px-min_1.jpg?v=1653479408\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"herbal tea\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/herbal-tea\"\u003eHerbal teas\u003c\/a\u003e are made from natural plants, herbs and flowers which are naturally caffeine free, so naturally make the best teas for sleep. These plants have often been used for generations in botanical traditions around the world for their soothing and restorative properties. Herbal teas can play a great part in the winding down process to help improve sleep and reduce stress. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough caffeine can make us feel more alert in the short term, it can \u003ca title=\"caffeine and sleep\" href=\"http:\/\/sleepeducation.org\/news\/2013\/08\/01\/sleep-and-caffeine\" target=\"_blank\"\u003enegatively impact the quantity and quality of our sleep\u003c\/a\u003e which in turn affects how alert, energetic and switched on we are the following day. We drink caffeine to helps us wake up… and a cycle of tiredness ensues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaffeine can be found in many foods and drinks of which coffee is the best known, but it is also found in soft drinks, energy drinks, some cold medicines and even in chocolate. Black and green teas also contain caffeine because they are made from the tea plant (\u003cem\u003eCamellia Sinensis\u003c\/em\u003e), which naturally contains caffeine in its make-up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eTherefore, for those of us who are avoiding or reducing our caffeine intake but still want a warming and comforting tea before bed, herbals such as camomile or lavender tea, rooibos or valerian tea, or blends of these, are the perfect choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes tea help you sleep?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eTeas are said to promote sleepiness, however what is it about tea that helps you sleep? Is it the routine, the heat or the specific ingredients in the tea? The answer is a mix of all three. Firstly, according to the sleep experts, finding a consistent bedtime routine and sticking to it allows your mind and body to start the process of slowing down and preparing for sleep. Making a cup of tea can be an important part of that process; the time you take to boil the kettle, to brew and then savour the tea are all useful moments for pressing pause on the day. Having a warm drink is also said to be beneficial, just like having a hot bath. The heat itself is relaxing for muscles and then afterwards the body’s subsequent cooling down process encourages sleepiness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen it comes to what tea to drink, whilst normal caffeinated black or green tea might be more of a hindrance, caffeine free herbal teas are said to help you sleep. And there are a few special ingredients which have been used by generations to achieve this, for example camomile, valerian and rooibos - all ingredients in some of our best-loved teas. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFind out more about our teas for sleep included in this blog:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"square\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#anchor_camomile\"\u003ePure Camomile Tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#anchor_nightsky\"\u003eNight Sky Calm Herbal Infusion\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#anchor_honeybush\"\u003eCape Rooibos and Honeybush Tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#anchor_mintgarden\"\u003eMint Garden Digestif Herbal Infusion\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#anchor_chocochai\"\u003eRooibos Choco Chai Tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#anchor_quiet_camomile\"\u003eQuiet Camomile Herbal Infusion\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\" alt=\"Camomile Flowers caffeine free teas for sleep\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_camomile_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1634045387\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"anchor_camomile\"\u003e1. Pure Camomile Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFeaturing: pure organic camomile\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dragonfly Pure Camomile Organic Tea\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/pure-camomile-organic-infusion\"\u003eCamomile tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e (also called Chamomile tea) is one of the best known herbal teas for \u003ca title=\"camomile tea for sleep\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thesleepjudge.com\/chamomile-tea-for-sleep\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehelping with sleep issues\u003c\/a\u003e. This daisy-like flower has been celebrated by herbalists since ancient Egyptian times and used for relaxation, to relieve general anxiety and to promote a good night’s sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOur organic Camomile flowers are harvested by hand and then slow-dried naturally to maintain the special essential oils and soft fragrant notes of apple and quince. Perfect before bed, this light and fragrant tea will help to keep you hydrated without interfering with your sleep. \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePlus, a hot drink last thing of an evening can help us wind down which brings on that sleepiness we’re all looking for.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow many camomile tea bags are good for sleep?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eEven one tea bag of camomile might be enough to help send you off to the land of nod. Drink it at least 45 minutes before bed so your body has time to break down and metabolise it, or whenever works with your winding down routine. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca title=\"dragonfly tea camomile tea\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/pure-camomile-organic-infusion\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: none; display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/products\/DF_Pure_Camomile_large.png?v=1565654889\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"anchor_nightsky\"\u003e2. Night Sky Calm Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFeaturing: valerian root, lavender, oat straw, lemon balm, sage, honeybush, licorice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eOne of our newest teas, \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dragonfly Night Sky Calm Tea\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/night-sky-calm\"\u003eNight Sky Calm\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e contains a very special blend of ingredients used for centuries to help with a good night’s sleep. Inspired by the herbal and botanical tradition of the Mediterranean, we've combined soothing camomile with valerian root, a touch of lavender, oat straw and lemon balm for the perfect night-time cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eValerian root has traditionally been \u003ca title=\"Health properties of Valerian Root\" href=\"https:\/\/www.healthline.com\/nutrition\/valerian-root\"\u003evalued for its mild sedative effect\u003c\/a\u003e and used as a natural sleep aid, whilst fragrant lavender is known for its relaxing essential oils and is popular in aromatherapy. Lemon balm and oatstraw, although lesser known, are often used to help with anxiety and stress (much like magnolia bark and passionflower teas amongst others).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo complete the line-up we've also added a little sage, honeybush and a touch of licorice for a softly floral brew with a gentle soothing sweetness. The perfect treat last thing at night to help you wake up feeling positive and rested, this is fast becoming one of our best-selling teas and we can’t sleep without it!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"float: right;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003ca title=\"dragonfly tea night calm sky tea\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/night-sky-calm\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/products\/DF_Night_Sky_Calm_large.png?v=1565654882\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"anchor_honeybush\"\u003e3. Rooibos and Honeybush Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFeaturing: rooibos, honeybush\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dragonfly Cape Rooibos and Honeybush Tea\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/cape-rooibos-honeybush\"\u003eRooibos (or redbush) and Honeybush\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e are wonderfully gentle teas used for generations in South Africa to help people sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNaturally caffeine free and full-bodied with a sweet nutty finish, \u003ca title=\"dragonfly organic rooibos tea\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/breakfast-rooibos-tea\"\u003erooibos tea\u003c\/a\u003e has become very popular around the world for its unique taste, \u003ca title=\"rooibos tea benefits\" href=\"https:\/\/ticktocktea.com\/blogs\/ticktock-blog\/rooibos-redbush-tea-benefits\" target=\"_blank\"\u003enumerous health benefits\u003c\/a\u003e and variety of flavours. \u003ca title=\"dragonfly organic honeybush tea\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/mountain-honeybush-organic-tea\"\u003eHoneybush tea\u003c\/a\u003e is made from a related shrub (Cyclopia) and is a little lighter and more floral than rooibos and is named for its delightfully honeyed aroma. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese teas both come from the coastal Cederberg mountains of the Cape. Unlike normal herbal teas which are dried, these are oxidised much like black tea which gives a rich, deep flavour without any bitterness. You can drink this tea with or without milk so it is perfect for black tea drinkers. Plus, it is naturally caffeine free rather than decaffeinated, and therefore hasn’t undergone the chemical processing used to make decaf teas. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh in antioxidants and low in tannins, rooibos tea is often said to have a relaxant effect on the body, without being a sedative \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003emaking it perfect for bringing on sleepiness\u003c\/span\u003e. There is ongoing research into the health benefits of rooibos, especially its impact on heart health and diabetes, as well as weight loss and stress. For an extra strong cup some people use two tea bags – just steep in boiled water and leave for 10 minutes. You can also add a dash of honey for extra sweetness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"anchor_mintgarden\"\u003e4. Mint Garden Digestif Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFeaturing: fennel, peppermint, ginger, nettle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003ca title=\"sleep and digestion\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepadvisor.org\/sleep-and-digestion\/\" target=\"_blank\"\u003ehappy digestive system is key for a good night’s sleep\u003c\/a\u003e, particularly when it comes to sleep quality. Our \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Dragonfly Mint Garden Digestif Organic Tea\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/mint-garden-digestif-organic-herbal-tea\"\u003edigestif blend\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is a wonderfully light and reviving fusion of celebrated herbs from the British and European botanical traditions including fennel seed, peppermint, ginger and nettle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are all ingredients long used to help support digestion and are perfect after a meal, particularly if it has been quite heavy, balancing tangy freshness with a sweet herbal lift to cleanse the palate. Experts advise eating at least two hours before you go to bed to help give you a chance to digest properly and for your stomach to settle. This way your body can start the process of slowing down and turning its attention to sleep and getting some quality rest.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"anchor_chocochai\"\u003e5. Rooibos Choco Chai\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFeaturing: rooibos (redbush), chai spices (ginger, cardamom), cocoa, vanilla\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you crave something with a little sweetness after dinner, then this is the perfect guilt free \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Rooibos Choco Chai\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/rooibos-choco-chai-spiced-redbush\"\u003ebedtime drink\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e that won't interrupt your sleep. We’ve blended rooibos, chai spices and cocoa shells with a touch of vanilla for the ultimate warming brew. All the relaxing and calming attributes of rooibos are complimented by spices such as ginger and cardamom which have been traditionally used to help with a variety of issues from \u003ca title=\"Health benefits of ginger\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/howto\/guide\/ingredient-focus-ginger\"\u003edigestion to stress\u003c\/a\u003e. The addition of cocoa shells and vanilla bring a moreish and comforting sweetness without any of the negatives of sugar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you probably know, chocolate does contain small amounts of caffeine. However there is only a trace amount of caffeine present in the cocoa shells in this tea, so you can still enjoy it at any time of the day. Expert advice for a better night sleep is often to eat earlier, avoid spicy and acidic foods, alcohol, caffeine (including chocolate) and sugary food before going to bed. This tea could be the perfect treat before you turn in to help you wake up feeling positive, rested and ready for a brand new day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca title=\"dragonfly tea inner harmony aloe tea\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/inner-aloe-harmony\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" alt=\"\" src=\"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/products\/Inner_Aloe_Harmony_large.jpg?v=1582379929\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"anchor_quiet_camomile\"\u003e6. Quiet Camomile Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eFeaturing: Camomile, lemon balm, fennel, lime\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"Quiet Camomile Tea Pack\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog-QuietCamomilePack-1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1653480458\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gentle all-rounder, this \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Quiet Camomile Herbal infusion\" href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/quiet-camomile-herbal-infusion\"\u003efeel-good herbal tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e blends soothing camomile with other herbs which are thought to help with anxiety and digestion, such as lemon balm, fennel seeds and lime flowers. Both lemon balm and lime flowers have long been used in traditional medicine for their calming properties to help with stress and anxiety, and lime flowers in particular are believed to have a mild sedative effect. Fennel seed is also commonly used to \u003ca title=\"Health benefits of camomile\" href=\"https:\/\/www.medicalnewstoday.com\/articles\/319651#health-benefits\"\u003ehelp with digestion\u003c\/a\u003e as well as being high in antioxidants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a great tea for hydration and a little bit of calm any time of the day, and especially last thing in the evening as part of your preparations for going to bed. Experts say that routine is key for good sleep and is an important aspect of sleep hygiene. So why not try turning your screen off an hour before bedtime, going to bed at the same time each evening, and making a cup of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/camomile-tea-bundle\" title=\"Dragonfly Tea Camomile Tea Bundle Offer\"\u003ecamomile tea\u003c\/a\u003e to help you relax, quietly unwind and drift off peacefully to sleep.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReviewed and updated: February 2024\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":3090709,"author":"Florence Summers-Aylett","user_id":42467065916,"published_at":"2022-07-04T12:26:22+01:00","updated_at":"2024-02-09T17:10:52+00:00","summary_html":"\u003cspan\u003eYour sleep is precious! We've picked our top 6 best teas for sleep from our herbal tea collections to help you get a better night's sleep.\u003c\/span\u003e","template_suffix":"","handle":"best-teas-for-sleep","tags":"type:Tea Wellbeing","image":{"created_at":"2020-11-30T17:52:52+00:00","alt":"6 best tea for sleep","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/dragonflytea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/NightBrew-800x800-min.jpg?v=1658219106"}}
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Your sleep is precious! We've picked our top 6 best teas for sleep from our herbal tea collections to help you get a better night's sleep.
Tea Wellbeing
{"id":556108447804,"title":"Green Tea: Benefits and Wellbeing","created_at":"2021-10-12T16:19:41+01:00","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWhat are the benefits of drinking green tea? People often ask this question, and no wonder! Used medicinally for centuries and touted today as a superfood, green tea has quite a reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_tealeaf1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1634054876\" alt=\"Tea leaves\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor us, the foremost benefit of drinking green tea is in the moment itself. The act of preparing and deeply appreciating a reviving cup of green tea is a small self-care ritual. We think there’s no better way to quieten the mind and connect with the present. But enjoyment is only one of the reasons green tea is held in high esteem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, the once ancient Chinese remedy appears regularly in scientific journals, thanks to its bioactive compounds and related health benefits. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJoin us as we learn about this verdant infusion and explore just how it packs so much power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWhat is green tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVery simply: steep green tea leaves in hot water and you’ll have green tea. The qualities of the drink depend on a number of factors, such as brewing time and water purity; none so important as the tea leaves themselves.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eGreen tea leaves, like black tea leaves, are from the Camellia sinensis shrub. In fact all ‘true’ teas – green, black, oolong, pu’er and white – are made with the leaves of this one plant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDifferences between these are mainly down to what happens to the Camellia sinensis leaves once plucked.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eFor four of the five true teas, the harvested leaves undergo at least some oxidisation. This is a natural reaction between chemicals in the leaves that causes browning – just like in a slice of avocado exposed to the air. What distinguishes green tea from all the other true teas is that this process is stopped very soon after harvesting.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWell, how?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe processing of green tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen tea leaves are usually plucked early in the day and carried in baskets or cloth to prevent crushing. After brief withering, tea artisans heat the leaves using one of a range of traditional methods, such as pan-firing, baking and steaming. This quick heating prevents the leaves oxidising, preserving their green colour and keeping lots of soluble compounds intact.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese soluble compounds are responsible for green tea’s taste and its healthful properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/BlogDragon_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1634054980\" alt=\"green tea processing\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOther influences on tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOther factors that produce differences between teas (between and within true tea categories) include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecountry of origin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003evariety or cultivar of Camellia sinensis,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eleaf type (from buds to larger leaves),\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003egrowing conditions (e.g., shaded or not),\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003etime of harvest,\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eprocessing methods.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, green tea is actually quite a general term that comprises teas with variations across all these factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAncient origins and benefits of green tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHumans have been drinking tea for centuries. Legend has it that Chinese Emperor Shennong discovered green tea in 2737 B.C. when a dead leaf blew into his boiling water. The drink slowly gained popularity and notoriety for its healing properties. It first shows up as a remedy in records from the Shang dynasty (1766 – 1050 B.C.)\u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy the time of the Tang dynasty, green tea was considered medicine. Xin Xiu Ben Cao (the first book of drugs and their uses) drank green tea and recorded its benefits, including:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e“pushing down rising qi; eliminating thirst, heat and phlegm; diuretic, shortening sleeping time”\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eScholar Li Shizhen of the 16th century wrote that:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e“Tea is cold and lowers the fire [inflammation]”\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003csup\u003e3\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile science and medicine have moved on since these observations, it’s striking that they are recognisable in green tea’s studied benefits today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eTypes of green tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs we’ve alluded to, there are countless types of green tea. Growers in China, Japan, Kenya and beyond produce distinctive teas using a variety of traditional methods. Here are just a few:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMao Feng\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of China’s most famous leaf teas. Grown in the Hangzhou mountains, gathered for a few weeks in early spring and processed by hand. A clear green tea, with a bright and fresh taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGunpowder\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom Zhejiang province, China, and named for the style of its roll: fine pellets that resemble gunpowder. It’s usually tumble-fired and produces a clear olivey-green tea with a robust, slightly smokey taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSencha\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the most popular green tea in Japan. Sencha leaves are steamed or baked and the resulting tea is deep green with a vegetal, grassy flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMatcha\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistinct from other green teas, because the drinker consumes the powdered leaves. Matcha powder is also from Japan – from the Uji region, made from shade-grown leaves. The drink has a strong ‘green’ taste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWhat does it taste like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause of the variation between types, it’s impossible to describe a single flavour profile of green tea. People often think of green tea as grassy or ‘green’ tasting, but it can be light and delicate, strong and astringent, floral and earthy, vegetal and roasty, or any combination of the above - depending on the type.\u003cbr\u003eOur popular \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/emerald-mountain-organic-green-tea\" title=\"dragonfly organic pure green mountain tea\"\u003ePure Mountain Green Tea\u003c\/a\u003e from the hills of southern China is light and smooth. On the other hand, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/luxury-leaf-mao-feng-green-china-tea\" title=\"dragonfly mao feng green tea\"\u003eMao Feng \u003c\/a\u003eloose leaf green tea is fresh and intriguingly complex, with hints of peach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/BlogPure_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1634055051\" alt=\"dragonfly pure green mountain tea\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eProperties and benefits of green tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen tea contains a number of compounds that naturally occur in Camellia sinensis. These influence the taste of the tea, and they can also have effects in the human body.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey include caffeine, amino acids (such as L-theanine) and a range of polyphenols, (including cathechins, such as epigallocatechin). Polyphenols can act as antioxidants in the body: reducing harmful free radicals and protecting cells from damage. This antioxidant power is thought to underpin many of the benefits of green tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLiterature exploring the properties of green tea is vast and ever-growing. Here we’ll explore seven of the most-studied health benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Brain function\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen tea contains moderate concentrations of caffeine, well-known for keeping us awake and alert. Studies show that in moderate doses, caffeine may also improve brain functions, such as mood and reaction times\u003csup\u003e4\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen tea also contains the amino acid, L-theanine. This compound can have anti-anxiety effects by increasing GABA activity, dopamine production and alpha-waves. Studies suggest that the combination of caffeine and L-theanine is especially potent, and can improve brain function, particularly attention and focus\u003csup\u003e5\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Metabolism\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome research suggests green tea can affect how quickly we convert food and fat to energy. Studies have shown green tea extract can increase energy expenditure and ‘fat burning’ in the short term\u003csup\u003e6\u003c\/sup\u003e. Caffeine is thought to be partly responsible, but scientists think the combination with catechins accounts for green tea’s unique effects on metabolism\u003csup\u003e7\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eStudies that indicate green tea can aid weight loss support the notion it can boost metabolism. For example, one trial found that green tea-consumers had significant belly fat- and weight-loss compared to the control group\u003csup\u003e8\u003c\/sup\u003e. Another experiment showed the catechin, epicatechin-3 gallate (EGCG), might be responsible for these ‘fat burning’ effects\u003csup\u003e9\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHowever, research on the effect of green tea on metabolism has mixed results, so further robust studies are needed to confirm this potential benefit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Cancer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch on green tea’s anti-cancer effects focuses on its polyphenols. These may inhibit the growth of cancerous cells due to their demonstrable influence on cancer processes and factors.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile promising literature links consumption of green tea with the reduced risk of many types of cancer, including prostate, colorectal, bladder and breast cancer, other studies do not confirm the association\u003csup\u003e10\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis field of important research therefore continues to investigate green tea’s anti-cancer effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. Neurodegeneration\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s Diseases (AD) and Parkinson’s Disease (PD) involve loss of cognitive function due to break down of brain cells and structures. Because of its benefits for cognitive function, scientists are interested in green tea’s impact on these diseases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFindings show that green tea can indeed lower risk of developing PD\u003csup\u003e11\u003c\/sup\u003e. Other research focusing on ECGC suggests the polyphenol is neuroprotective because of its antioxidant effect, and that green tea can therefore help protect against dementia and neurodegenerative diseases\u003csup\u003e12\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. Diabetes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiabetes is a condition that affects how the body converts food into energy. People with type 2 diabetes either don’t make enough insulin, or their insulin doesn’t work as it should, resulting in elevated blood sugar levels.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eResearch suggests that ECGC from green tea can mimic insulin, facilitating uptake of glucose into the cells and decreasing glucose production\u003csup\u003e13\u003c\/sup\u003e. Another study identified a protein that might also be involved in this antidiabetic effect\u003csup\u003e14\u003c\/sup\u003e. Whatever the mechanism, it seems green tea has a positive effect on diabetes: a large review suggests drinking more than 4 cups of green tea a day may lower risk of type 2 diabetes\u003csup\u003e15\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNevertheless, medical advice emphasizes that green tea should be part of a balanced, low-sugar diet and never used as a replacement for prescribed treatment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6. Cardiovascular disease\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen tea consumption may be good for heart health due to its protective effect against cardiovascular diseases (CVD), such as heart disease and stroke. Studies suggest that drinking green tea is negatively associated with risk of death from these diseases\u003csup\u003e16\u003c\/sup\u003e. This might be because green tea reduces both LDL (undesirable) cholesterol and total cholesterol levels\u003csup\u003e17\u003c\/sup\u003e. It also protects LDL against oxidation, which is a risk factor for CVD\u003csup\u003e18\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e7. Coronavirus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen tea’s catechin EGCG may help fight coronaviruses, including COVID-19. Studies have found EGCG inhibits the enzyme action of the main coronavirus protein and may suppress the virus’s ability to replicate. Alongside other protective measures, drinking green tea could therefore help protect against these coronaviruses\u003csup\u003e19\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_yoga1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1634055099\" alt=\"yoga at the beach\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWhat is green tea good for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you look to Traditional Chinese Medicine, modern science or simply the calming effect you experience when drinking it, it’s fair to say green tea is great as part of a healthy lifestyle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven the potential green tea benefits listed above, it stands to reason that green tea may also be good for longevity! Large-scale, longitudinal Japanese studies found that regular green tea drinkers were significantly less likely to die during the research period\u003csup\u003e20\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eSide effects of green tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen tea’s health benefits show that it can have powerful effects on the body. These effects are overwhelmingly positive, but it’s prudent to be aware of how green tea can interact with other conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe always recommend checking out your tea with a doctor if you’re pregnant, breastfeeding or taking medication.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHere’s our FAQ about green tea’s side effects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there calories in green tea?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny calories in a cup of green tea come from added sweeteners (and milk in the cases of matcha latte). We think green tea is best appreciated plain, when it also happens to be calorie-free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat about aluminium and iron?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCamellia sinensis can accumulate aluminium, a natural element that is essential for root growth. Overconsumption of any true tea can therefore lead to the accumulation of aluminium in the body. Patients with kidney issues should therefore check with their doctors about controlling their tea intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudies suggest the polyphenols in green tea may bind to iron, making it less bioavailable\u003csup\u003e21\u003c\/sup\u003e. People with anaemia should therefore limit the number of cups of green tea they drink per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes green tea have caffeine?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCamellia sinensis leaves all contain some naturally occurring caffeine. The amount of caffeine in each type - and even each cup - of tea can vary. This depends on a number of factors, from leaf type to water temperature and steeping time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally speaking, a cup of brewed green tea has less caffeine than a cup of black tea, and between a quarter and a third of the amount of caffeine in a cup of brewed coffee\u003csup\u003e22\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can control the amount of caffeine in your cup by using hot rather than boiling water (let the kettle cool for four or five minutes before pouring over your teabag or tea leaves) and keeping the brewing time brief (two to four minutes). These measures release less caffeine and also avoid scalding the leaves, which negatively affects the flavour profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToo much caffeine can leave us jittery, anxious and unable to sleep. However, as discussed above, moderate amounts of caffeine can be considered beneficial to the mind and body. A maximum of 400mg of caffeine – approximately eight cups of green tea – is recommended to maximise the benefits of caffeine and minimise the risk of its side effects\u003csup\u003e23\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are some decaffeinated versions of green tea available, but caffeine can never be fully removed. If you’re avoiding caffeine altogether, many herbal teas are naturally caffeine free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_teabuhes1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1634055888\" alt=\"tea garden\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eHow does green tea compare to other teas?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGreen tea vs black tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth teas come from Camellia sinensis and like green tea, black tea comprises a range of types with different origins, production methods and flavour profiles - from delicate Darjeelings to rich Assams.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike green teas, black tea leaves are withered and bruised or gently ground to promote full oxidisation. This gives them their dark colour and full bodied flavour with malted notes, while green tea leaves retain their colour and vegetal taste.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBoth green and black teas contain polyphenols from the Camellia sinensis plant, but these are reduced in black tea. Green tea contains significantly higher levels of the catechin EGCG – key in many of its health benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGreen tea vs white tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite tea also comes from Camellia sinensis, but while green tea describes a range of teas, white tea is a specific designation. White tea leaves come exclusively from the Chinese Fujian province, must be plucked as buds and are minimally processed. While oxidation of green tea leaves is quickly cut short by heating, white tea gently oxidises as it dries; and unlike green tea, the leaves are never rolled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth teas can have nutty and sweet notes, but green tea can also have a bittersweetness, while white tea is free of bitterness. Green tea is often more complex tasting, with vegetal and floral flavours while white tea tends to be delicate and light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGreen tea vs rooibos tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooibos comes from a different plant to green tea and the other true teas: the Aspalathus linearis shrub. It is naturally caffeine free with a clear, ruby red colour and honeyed sweetness, quite unlike the grassy, sometimes marine notes of green tea. While also celebrated for its healthful properties, rooibos has different active compounds than green tea, namely aspalathin and nothofagin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eHow to drink green tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn order to experience the wellbeing as well as the potential health benefits of green tea, we recommend a little \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/blogs\/our-blog\/tea-mindfulness\" title=\"tea and mindfulness\"\u003etea mindfulness\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollow the brewing instructions on your pack of Dragonfly green tea for the perfect cup. Always remember to let your kettle cool a little before you pour the water over your teabag or leaves so as to avoid scalding the leaves and damaging the catechins! 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href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33806274\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Therapeutic Potential of EGCG, a Green Tea Polyphenol, for Treatment of Coronavirus Diseases\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/33806274\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16968850\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Green tea consumption and mortality \" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/16968850\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0946672X03800202?via%3Dihub\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Iron bioavailability\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0946672X03800202?via%3Dihub\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/nutrition-and-healthy-eating\/in-depth\/caffeine\/art-20049372\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Caffeine content for coffee, tea, soda and more\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/nutrition-and-healthy-eating\/in-depth\/caffeine\/art-20049372\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/j.1467-3010.2007.00665.x\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The impact of caffeine on mood, cognitive function, performance and hydration\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/j.1467-3010.2007.00665.x\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","blog_id":3090709,"author":"Nadia Morse","user_id":39724744764,"published_at":"2021-10-12T17:59:47+01:00","updated_at":"2021-10-13T16:41:13+01:00","summary_html":"\u003cp\u003eWhat is green tea? Learn all about where this ancient drink comes from, how it's made and the potential health benefits of green tea.\u003c\/p\u003e","template_suffix":"","handle":"green-tea-benefits","tags":"type:Tea Wellbeing","image":{"created_at":"2021-10-12T17:09:26+01:00","alt":"","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/dragonflytea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/BlogLeaf-800x800-min.jpg?v=1634054966"}}
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What is green tea? Learn all about where this ancient drink comes from, how it's made and the potential health benefits of green tea.
Tea Wellbeing
{"id":556108218428,"title":"The Many Benefits of Drinking Herbal Tea","created_at":"2021-10-12T14:06:01+01:00","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eAs a delicious and uplifting way to stay hydrated, there are always benefits to drinking a cup of herbal tea. It can boost wellbeing and ready you for sleep, not to mention specific health benefits related to the tea’s ingredients!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_herbal_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1634045222\" alt=\"Herbal tea ingredients\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVariously known as herbal infusions, fruit infusions and tisanes, we like to simply call these wonderful warmers ‘herbal teas’. They’re distinct from ‘true teas’ – white tea, oolong tea, pu’er tea, green tea and black tea – which always come from the Camellia sinensis bush. There’s so much more to know about this rainbow of hot drinks. Why not take a tea break, press pause and explore the benefits of herbal tea with us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is herbal tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSimply put, herbal teas are hot drinks made by infusing dried plant material in boiled water. As well as enjoying their taste, humans prized their medicinal properties\u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e long before the development of modern medicine. We’ve harnessed nature in this way for thousands of years!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOf course, there is not one single ‘herbal tea’, rather a vast range of drinks that fall under the category. We get them from a variety of plants, using the most aromatic parts: leaves, flowers, roots, bark, seeds or fruit. Which is used depends on which part of that plant is most flavourful, fragrant or beneficial.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHerbal tea makers harvest and dry these ‘botanicals’. They can then be blended to create a wonderful assortment of tastes and different health properties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTypes of herbal tea and their benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere are as many types of herbal tea as you can imagine. From classics like peppermint and camomile, to liquorice root tea, to more exotic cardamom and turmeric blends. Here we’ll look at some of the most well-loved types of herbal tea and their health benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCamomile tea benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGentle \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/pure-camomile-organic-infusion\" title=\"dragonfly tea camomile tea\"\u003eCamomile Tea\u003c\/a\u003e is perfect before bedtime, keeping you hydrated without interfering in your sleep. Made from a little daisy-like flower with a scent of fresh apples and delicate flavour, camomile (also spelled chamomile tea) is naturally caffeine free.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThere are \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/blogs\/our-blog\/camomile-tea-benefits\" title=\"health benefits of camomile tea\"\u003emany health benefits of Camomile tea\u003c\/a\u003e. Laboratory studies have demonstrated its antibacterial and antiviral properties, its ability to reduce inflammation and to relax muscles. Many people also find it soothes a sore throat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_camomile_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1634045387\" alt=\"camomile flowers\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePeppermint tea benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStudies show that peppermint also has antiviral effects, antibacterial properties and anti inflammatory properties\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e. A cup or two of peppermint tea could therefore help your immune system fight off the common cold.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eA great tea to aid digestion, people have drunk mint tea for generations to help relieve stomach ache and calm muscles. Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/pure-peppermint-organic-infusion\" title=\"dragonfly tea organic pure peppermint infusion\"\u003eOrganic Pure Peppermint Infusion Tea\u003c\/a\u003e is light, refreshing and deliciously soothing after a heavy meal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGinger tea benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGinger was one of the first spices to arrive in Europe from southern Asia. Like peppermint, it has cleansing and digestive properties. It’s particularly noted for its anti-sickness effects and is traditionally used as a home remedy to treat nausea in early pregnancy.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eRecent research bears this out, indicating ginger tea does help improve episodes of nausea and morning sickness compared to a placebo\u003csup\u003e3\u003c\/sup\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003eWe recommend checking out your herbal tea with a doctor if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e \u003cbr\u003eOur \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/true-clarity-ginger\" title=\"dragonfly tea organic true clarity ginger infusion\"\u003eDragonfly True Clarity Ginger Infusion\u003c\/a\u003e balances the spice notes of ginger and turmeric with softly savoury thyme and nettle for a warming and invigorating cup at any time of the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRooibos tea benefits\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough it only grows in South Africa, people all over the world love soothing rooibos for its wellbeing properties. It has been used to help with infant colic, asthma and dermatological problems, allergies and even weight loss. Anecdotally, people in South Africa have been treating headaches with rooibos for generations.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhilst research into the health properties of rooibos tea is ongoing, we know that rooibos is low in tannins. These contribute to the bitter taste in ordinary black tea and can interfere with iron absorption. Scientists are also interested in rooibos’s antioxidant content - like its flavonoids, which help prevent oxidative stress in the body\u003csup\u003e4\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIn the Dragonfly range we have combined\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/vanilla-rooibos-tea\" title=\"dragonfly tea rooibos with vanilla\"\u003e Rooibos Tea with smooth Vanilla\u003c\/a\u003e, with aromatic bergamot in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/earl-grey-rooibos-tea\" title=\"dragonfly organic earl grey rooibos tea\"\u003eEarl Grey Tea\u003c\/a\u003e, and with warming spices in our ever-popular \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/cape-malay-organic-spiced-rooibos\" title=\"dragonfly organic rooibos tea with spices\"\u003eCape Malay Rooibos Chai\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_rooibosBox_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1634045272\" alt=\"Dragonfly tea rooibos range\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDoes herbal tea have caffeine in it?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany herbal teas come from plants that don’t contain caffeine, so are naturally caffeine free. This makes herbal teas a great choice for children, pregnant women and those looking to reduce their caffeine intake while drinking tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA rare exception is yerba mate, which comes from Ilex paraguariensis – a plant that, like Camellia sinensis, contains caffeine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSleep properties of herbal tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe all know that caffeine – a natural stimulant – makes us feel more awake and alert. While studies have shown moderate caffeine intake can be positive for brain health, excess caffeine can negatively impact the quantity and quality of our sleep. Because it’s generally caffeine free, herbal tea is a great choice when you want to get some sleep. Its bedtime suitability is one of herbal tea’s best-known benefits!\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAdditionally, different plants can convey specific soporific effects when drunk as an infusion. For example, camomile contains apigenin, which researchers think might be a sleep aid\u003csup\u003e5\u003c\/sup\u003e. Laboratory experiments demonstrate lemon balm tea can act as a sedative, maybe due to its effect on GABA\u003csup\u003e6\u003c\/sup\u003e. Valerian root is thought to work its sleep-inducing magic in a similar way\u003csup\u003e7\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/night-sky-calm\" title=\"dragonfly organic night sky calm tea\"\u003eDragonfly Night Sky Calm\u003c\/a\u003e tea combines all three sleep-promoting botanicals together with a touch of soothing lavender, for the perfect night-time cup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_bookInBed_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1634046648\" alt=\"tea and book in bed\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHerbal tea vs black tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue, you infuse both in hot water and yes, they can both be comforting, reviving and delicious. However, these two types of tea are otherwise quite different.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat they’re made from\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack teas are made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant, while herbal teas are made from various parts (such as root, bark and seeds) of other plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eColour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHerbal teas come in a spectrum of colours – from almost colourless to vivid pinks and golden yellows. Black tea can also come in different shades but is usually brown, from red-brown right down to nearly black.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlavour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s impossible to compare the flavour of black and herbal teas, because the taste depends on the ingredients and the range is so vast! However, because black teas are high in tannins, they can have an astringency and bitterness rarely found in herbal teas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCaffeine\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTea leaves from Camellia sinensis contain caffeine, so black tea naturally has caffeine. As noted above, herbal tea is generally caffeine free.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCalories in herbal tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerhaps because people find some blends so energising, they wonder whether herbal teas have many calories.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eIn short, the answer is no: the calorie count in a cup of most herbal teas generally comes in way under 10\u003csup\u003e8\u003c\/sup\u003e. Some botanicals used in herbal blends do contain natural carbohydrates, but the quantity of these that end up in your infusion is minimal.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eSo, herbal teas are great as part of a healthy lifestyle, whether you’re watching your calories or not.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSide effects of herbal tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile we celebrate the benefits of herbal teas, it’s prudent to be aware they can have powerful effects at higher doses.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eHerbal teas’ health benefits actually demonstrate their chemical impacts on the body. In some cases, these impacts can interact with medication, both prescription and over-the-counter.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFor example, studies have shown that hibiscus tea can help lower blood pressure, which might sound great if you have hypertension (high blood pressure). However, if you’re already on blood pressure medication, your doctor would advise you to choose a different herbal tea to avoid potentially harmful side effects\u003csup\u003e9\u003c\/sup\u003e. Similarly, people with hypertension or blood flow issues should avoid consuming high quantities of liquorice.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDoctors may also recommend that pregnant women are careful about consuming herbal supplements and teas. While some, such as ginger, have been found to be beneficial in pregnancy, others haven’t been well-studied and are best avoided.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt’s important to inform your physician about any herbal infusion you drink regularly to ensure it’s safe and healthy for you. Check the label on medicines for possible interactions and drink your favourite herbal tea in moderation. Moreover, always choose trusted brands to avoid unlisted and misstated ingredients.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAt Dragonfly, the provenance and purity of our teas is of utmost importance to us. You can be sure that we list all our carefully selected botanicals on the pack, and that they’re all you’ll find in our teabags.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_teaAtTable1200x800px.jpg?v=1634046737\" alt=\"drinking tea in the park\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs herbal tea good for you?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, is herbal tea good for you? Generally, the answer is yes. It’s usually caffeine free, so it’s great if you’re avoiding this natural stimulant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHowever, each herbal tea has different properties and benefits so it’s always a good idea to check the ingredients against any conditions you have. Potential side effects of mixing high quantities of certain herbal teas with certain medications mean in special circumstances, drinking of some teas should be restricted. Always check with your doctor if you’re unsure whether a specific herbal tea is right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to make and drink herbal tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaking herbal tea is simple. Here are the steps to a perfect cup\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBoil freshly drawn water in the kettle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm your cup by rinsing in hot water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd your teabag to your cup and pour over boiling water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow to steep*\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove teabag and enjoy!\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e*Check brewing instructions for your specific tea for best flavour.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs for how to drink it, we believe you can maximise the benefits of your herbal tea by using your tea break as an opportunity for a mindful moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eShop Dragonfly's Herbal Teas\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover the benefits of herbal tea for yourself: buy our range of carefully sourced \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/herbal-tea\" title=\"dragonfly organic herbal tea range\"\u003eherbal teas\u003c\/a\u003e directly from our online tea shop, from Waitrose, Ocado and from independent shops. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSources\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/agricultural-and-biological-sciences\/herbal-tea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"herbal teas according to science direct\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/topics\/agricultural-and-biological-sciences\/herbal-tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19039907\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The treatment of respiratory ailments with essential oils of some aromatic medicinal plants\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/19039907\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/24390893\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Effects of ginger for nausea and vomiting in early pregnancy\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/24390893\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11895132\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Role of flavonoids in oxidative stress\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11895132\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2995283\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Chamomile: A herbal medicine of the past with bright future\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC2995283\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21076869\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Effects of Melissa officinalis L. (lemon balm) extract\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21076869\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/7122669\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Aqueous extract of valerian root improves sleep quality in man\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/7122669\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.nutracheck.co.uk\/CaloriesIn\/Product\/Search?desc=dragonfly+tea\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"calories in dragonfly tea\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.nutracheck.co.uk\/CaloriesIn\/Product\/Search?desc=dragonfly+tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25875025\/\" title=\"Effect of sour tea on arterial hypertension\"\u003eh\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25875025\/\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Effect of sour tea on arterial hypertension\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ettps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/25875025\/\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e","blog_id":3090709,"author":"Nadia Morse","user_id":39724744764,"published_at":"2021-10-12T15:29:09+01:00","updated_at":"2021-10-13T10:16:54+01:00","summary_html":"Explore the many wellbeing and health benefits of drinking herbal tea and find out what makes herbal tea a great 'true tea' alternative here.","template_suffix":"","handle":"herbal-tea-benefits","tags":"type:Tea Wellbeing","image":{"created_at":"2021-10-12T14:28:49+01:00","alt":"","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/dragonflytea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/Blog_herbal-800x800-min.jpg?v=1634045330"}}
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Explore the many wellbeing and health benefits of drinking herbal tea and find out what makes herbal tea a great 'true tea' alternative here.
Tea Wellbeing
{"id":556107202620,"title":"How to Press Pause with a Little 'Tea Mindfulness'","created_at":"2021-10-12T10:04:45+01:00","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eTea mindfulness is an ideal way to ‘press pause’ on the day. Put simply, this means turning the time spent making and drinking tea into moments of meditation. As well as intensifying your enjoyment of the tea, this practice can be beneficial in many ways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_template_Mindfullness-min_e756f1b6-654f-44a8-8a02-37ebdc8a5132.jpg?v=1634035346\" alt=\"paper cut tea leaves \"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eJoin us as we explore the origins and benefits of tea mindfulness. We’ll round out with our steps to to help you develop your own ritual at home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eThe origins of mindful tea drinking\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMindfulness is rooted in Zen Buddhist meditation practices, used for centuries throughout East Asia. Buddhism, which offers up many ways to bring focus to our everyday lives, has a long historical association with tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBuddhist monks living in mountain monasteries have long used tea growing nearby to help maintain a gentle alertness whilst meditating. Even today, tea is served in monasteries and beyond to encourage a state of focus, clarity and emotional balance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTea Ceremony is the most formalised version of this - a ritual most commonly practised in Japan, designed to slow and appreciate with all the senses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is Tea Ceremony?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe highly stylised ritual around sharing tea with one’s guests, Tea Ceremony has four guiding principles: \u003cstrong\u003erespect\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eharmony\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003epurity\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003etranquillity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe traditional Tea House is often a rustic thatched hut in the centre of a beautiful garden. The door frame is usually low, so entering requires bowing, encouraging humility.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_teahouse_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1634035903\" alt=\"Traditional teahouse\"\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWhile the tea is poured and drunk, participants cultivate precision and awareness in every aspect of their behaviour and being, fostering a sense of harmony and inner calm.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEach tea gathering is a once in a lifetime event, a concept embodied in the Japanese term “ichi-go ichi-e” which means “one time, one meeting”.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eTea mindfulness\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou don’t need a Tea House or guests to draw inspiration from and enjoy benefits like those of Tea Ceremony. Tea mindfulness is simply using your tea break as the perfect moment to slow down, forget worries and to-do lists, and find a little peace and comfort. But how exactly?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eTo get started with this practice, we need to understand a little more about mindfulness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is mindfulness?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe all know that ‘taking a breather’ can be incredibly helpful for our wellbeing and mental health. This is the principle behind mindfulness.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe idea is that pausing to reconnect ourselves with the present moment allows our minds to quieten. In turn, this can be beneficial to our mood and physiology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs there a difference between mindfulness and meditation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople sometimes use the terms interchangeably, because mindfulness is actually a form of meditation. Meditation is a set of practices that heighten awareness and focus attention, and mindfulness is one such practice.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003ePerhaps you think of meditation as sitting still, focusing intently on one thing (such as the breath). While that is one concentrative form of meditation, mindfulness is also meditation, and can be practiced anytime and anywhere. It simply involves paying attention: noticing your thoughts, feelings, sensations and behaviours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe benefits of tea mindfulness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_hands_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1634035846\" alt=\"Hands holding a cup of green tea\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeople who practice mindfulness report improvements in their \u003cstrong\u003ewellbeing\u003c\/strong\u003e due to being present in the moment. Tea mindfulness accustoms you to this full presence, which helps you properly engage with activities and the people around you, and truly enjoy positive experiences as they occur.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eEvidence also points to the benefits mindfulness can have on \u003cstrong\u003ephysical\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ehealth\u003c\/strong\u003e. Because it reduces stress, it stands to reason that mindfulness has a positive effect on illnesses related to stress, such as heart diseases, high blood pressure, poor sleep and gastrointestinal issues.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSimilarly, research supports the use of mindfulness in the treatment of \u003cstrong\u003emental\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ehealth\u003c\/strong\u003e issues such as depression, eating disorders and anxiety. Tea mindfulness is a simple way to implement mindfulness regularly to harness these benefits.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eSlowing down to savour your tea is also just the best way to really appreciate the flavours, fragrance and experience.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs if that weren’t enough, using your tea break in this way can make the rest of the day feel more positive and productive. It's about finding those moments where we can stop scrolling, forget the stress, and take time out to make the most of what’s in our cup!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to make a mindful cup of tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo how exactly does one practise tea mindfulness meditation? Here are our steps, but feel free to make the ritual your own.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_teapot_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1634035961\" alt=\"Pouring green tea into a cup\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Choose a tea to match your mood\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThere is no single best tea for mindfulness meditation. Choose a tea to suit how you’re feeling - it’s a good way to check in and begin your ritual. Sluggish or stressed? In need of balance or a bit of pep? Or maybe you just feel like a treat.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea tip\u003c\/strong\u003e: for something gently enlivening try a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/green-teas\" title=\"dragonfly tea green tea collection\"\u003egreen tea\u003c\/a\u003e; for balancing, our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/golden-balance-turmeric-organic-herbal-tea\" title=\"dragonfly tea golden balance turmeric\"\u003eGolden Balance Turmeric\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/true-clarity-ginger\" title=\"dragonfly tea true clarity ginger\"\u003eTrue Clarity Ginger\u003c\/a\u003e are wonderful.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Listen to the kettle boiling\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHave you ever stood and truly listened? As the bubbles start to form there’s an orchestra of shifting sounds. It’s a good time to put down your phone and take a moment.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea tip\u003c\/strong\u003e: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/pages\/the-perfect-cup\" title=\"how to brew the perfect cup of tea\"\u003eleave the water to cool\u003c\/a\u003e for a minute before pouring as boiling water can spoil some of the flavours in lighter teas. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/green-teas\" title=\"dragonfly tea green tea collection\"\u003eGreen teas\u003c\/a\u003e especially \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/blogs\/our-blog\/how-to-make-the-perfect-cup-of-green-tea\" title=\"how to make the perfect cup of green tea\"\u003ego bitter\u003c\/a\u003e if the water is too hot.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e3. Let it brew and watch as the tea changes colour\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs the water meets the tea leaves, colours slowly swirl and deepen. Depending on the tea, you might be able to see the leaves unfurl as they start to infuse.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a good moment to observe and quieten those thoughts that are often whirling around in our heads – you might find it’s quite noisy in there!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea tip\u003c\/strong\u003e: while we recommend certain brewing times for different teas, the choice of how long to let it brew is entirely yours - you’re the one drinking it after all.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. Sip slowly\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs you bring the cup to your lips, maybe you can feel the warmth of steam on your face, and notice the different aromas that meet your nostrils. Sip slowly and savour.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIs it a familiar taste? Does it change as it cools? Are there lingering aftertastes, floral maybe, or spiced? Allow time between sips to settle yourself - that’s why we like calling it ‘slow tea’. Why gulp when you can spend a little more time enjoying yourself?\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTea tip\u003c\/strong\u003e: we think of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/pages\/the-perfect-cup\" title=\"how to brew the perfect cup of tea\"\u003etasting tea\u003c\/a\u003e as rather like wine - full of complexity and fragrance.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. Breathe gently\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe all know how to breathe! But how often are we really aware of it happening? When we’re anxious or fearful our breath gets fast, so if we’re calm it follows that our breath would be slower and gentler. Try noticing your breath and use it as another way to calm, soothe and settle yourself between sips of tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6. Wiggle your toes!\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt sounds silly but wiggling your toes can be very useful. Anything to get you into your body and out of your head! It’s a good way to feel a bit of energy stirring and to start waking things up. Now you’re ready to get going.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_teaTag_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1634037722\" alt=\"Tea tag that says Wiggle Your Toes\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinally, clear up carefully, ready to face the rest of your day feeling more clear-headed and calm. You might find you take some of that comfort and warmth with you, whatever might be coming your way. When you feel things getting on top of you, just breathe!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/dragonflyteauk\/\" title=\"follow dragonfly tea on instagram\"\u003eJoin the #PressPause club\u003c\/a\u003e and share your #PressPause moments with us on our social channels! (Click on the icons in the CONNECT section in the footer.)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTo find your perfect partner for your mindful tea moments, browse our full range of speciality Dragonfly Teas \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/all-products\" title=\"Shop all Dragonfly Tea \"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":3090709,"author":"Nadia Morse","user_id":39724744764,"published_at":"2021-10-12T12:01:14+01:00","updated_at":"2021-11-04T16:45:48+00:00","summary_html":"\u003cspan\u003eWhat is tea mindfulness? Let's explore the ancient origins of this beneficial practice and learn how you can ‘press pause’ at home.\u003c\/span\u003e","template_suffix":"","handle":"tea-mindfulness","tags":"type:Tea Stories, type:Tea Wellbeing","image":{"created_at":"2021-10-12T11:42:50+01:00","alt":"","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/dragonflytea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/PressPause-800x800-min_5d8bb18f-5000-4168-8a83-772e75db6825.jpg?v=1634035370"}}
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What is tea mindfulness? Let's explore the ancient origins of this beneficial practice and learn how you can ‘press pause’ at home.
Tea Wellbeing
{"id":555977572412,"title":"How Much Caffeine is in Tea vs Coffee?","created_at":"2021-08-31T14:15:13+01:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eWe are often asked about how tea and coffee compare in terms of caffeine content. While caffeine isn’t necessarily harmful, too much can have adverse effects. This is why many of us monitor our caffeine intake.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_template_TeaOrCoffee-min.jpg?v=1630575488\" alt=\"Cups of tea\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDid you know, the average adult in the UK consumes 130mg of caffeine per day\u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e? Yet few really understand the factors that affect how much caffeine ends up in your hot drink.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSpoiler alert: short of analysing each cupful in a lab, it’s impossible to say exactly how much caffeine either tea or coffee contains. But don’t despair! By understanding the variables involved, it is possible to make an educated guess as to which of two drinks has the higher caffeine content.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDoes that include tea vs coffee? Let’s find out!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWhat is Caffeine?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaffeine is a bitter alkaloid that occurs naturally in plants. It’s also the most widely used psychoactive substance globally\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e! While lots of us are familiar with caffeine’s stimulative effects in humans, we don’t often think about its purpose in nature. A number of plants, including Camellia sinensis (tea), produce this compound as a natural pesticide. Buds and new leaves are most vulnerable to hungry insects, which is thought to be why caffeine is found in highest concentrations in these.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaffeinated Beverages: Tea vs Coffee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAccording to researchers, coffee beans contain 1.1-2.2% caffeine, while Camellia sinensis plant (tea) leaves can contain three times these concentrations\u003csup\u003e3\u003c\/sup\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHowever! It takes fewer tea leaves to make a cup of tea than ground coffee beans to make a cup of brewed coffee – around 5g tea leaves vs 10g coffee grounds. In addition, more caffeine is extracted from these grounds than from tea leaves, partly because of their greater surface area and partly because they’re (usually) brewed in hotter water. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe result: a higher concentration of caffeine in the coffee cup than in the teacup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the Average Cup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe average espresso shot contains 70-80 milligrams of caffeine\u003csup\u003e4\u003c\/sup\u003e, while a standard cup of brewed coffee packs 160-170mg\u003csup\u003e5\u003c\/sup\u003e. The recommended limit of caffeine intake for adults is 400-500mg\u003csup\u003e6\u003c\/sup\u003e, so that’s around 3 cups or 5 shots of coffee a day.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCaffeine content in tea is trickier to pin down. Factors from the tea plant varietal, through leaf processing to brewing all play a role. Very generally speaking, a cup of tea contains around 10-60mg\u003csup\u003e7\u003c\/sup\u003e caffeine. That’s quite a few more cups of tea than coffee before you’re nearing the recommended caffeine levels. And while a cup of instant coffee contains less caffeine than brewed coffee, it still has more caffeine than a cup of tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSo:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA cup of coffee does generally contain more caffeine than a cup of tea.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nIs that a good thing or a bad thing? Let’s take a closer look at caffeine and its effects.\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Effects of Caffeine\u003c\/h2\u003e\nCaffeine is a natural stimulant of the central nervous system\u003csup\u003e8\u003c\/sup\u003e. It works its magic by blocking adenosine, a chemical in our nervous system that slows down brain activity and causes us to feel tired\u003csup\u003e9\u003c\/sup\u003e. The result is more wakefulness, improved cognitive performance and relief from fatigue\u003csup\u003e10\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThere are also some widely known adverse effects of caffeine consumption, such as tremors, anxiety and elevated blood pressure\u003csup\u003e11\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSimply put: there can be pros and cons to caffeine consumption. However:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe effects of caffeine in tea and coffee differ.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nThis is due to other substances present in tea but absent from coffee, such as the amino acid L-theanine. Studies suggest this mood-boosting chemical enhances caffeine’s positive effects, such as increased alertness and concentration, while reducing adverse ones, such as anxiety\u003csup\u003e12\u003c\/sup\u003e. Perhaps this is why tea drinking isn’t associated with ‘the jitters’.\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIs Caffeine Bad for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaffeine gets a bad rap, but is that fair? True, it is an addictive substance and too much caffeine can lead to issues such as those mentioned above. At a dose of 10000mg, caffeine can actually prove lethal\u003csup\u003e13\u003c\/sup\u003e. Rest assured this isn’t a risk for the average tea drinker – you’d have to consume well over 160 cups of tea in a day!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn fact, studies suggest caffeine can help protect against coronary heart disease, Parkinson’s disease and some types of cancer\u003csup\u003e14\u003c\/sup\u003e. As well as the health benefits, there are \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/pages\/tea-benefits#:~:text=This%20is%20because%20tea%20also,increase%20focus%20and%20improve%20mood.\"\u003ewellbeing benefits\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e linked to the caffeine in tea. Many drinkers enjoy the sense of relaxed alertness thought to be a result of the interaction between caffeine and L-theanine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDifferent Tea Types\u003c\/h2\u003e\nThe amount of caffeine present in tea varies between and within the main tea types (white, green, black, pu’er and oolong). Here are just some of the factors that define the tea type and affect caffeine content in tea leaves:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e1. Plucking season\u003c\/h3\u003e\nPossibly due to the increase in insect numbers, caffeine content tends to be higher in summer-picked leaves.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e2. Varietal of Camellia sinensis (Camellia sinensis sinensis vs Camellia sinensis assamica)\u003c\/h3\u003e\nThe assamica variety (commonly grown in northern India and Africa) generally contains more caffeine than sinensis plants.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e3. Sun exposure\u003c\/h3\u003e\nTea leaves grown in shade, such as matcha green tea, often contain more caffeine than their non-shade grown counterparts.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e4. Processing\u003c\/h3\u003e\nA longer withering (moisture evaporation) stage can increase caffeine content. A longer period of oxidation (allowing the leaves to brown) can reduce it.\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e5. Leaf type\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTeas made from buds and new leaves are likely to contain more caffeine than tea that uses older growth and stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Brewing Process\u003c\/h2\u003e\nGenerally,\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe more leaves you use;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe longer the steeping time;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe hotter the water;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe higher the caffeine concentration in your cup of tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eControlling the amount of caffeine in your cup is therefore about the tea you choose and the way you brew it. For example, although white teas use new growth (usually higher in caffeine), pickers pluck the buds\/leaves in spring (rather than summer). You brew white tea relatively briefly, in sub-boiling water. Carefully brewed white tea is therefore often a great low-caffeine option.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBlack Tea vs Coffee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/black-teas\"\u003eblack teas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e often score highly for caffeine compared to some other tea types, the average cup of black tea contains around half the caffeine of the average cup of brewed coffee.\u003csup\u003e15\u003c\/sup\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGreen Tea vs Coffee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/green-teas\"\u003eGreen tea\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e is sometimes thought of as low in caffeine. This is often true, mostly due to the fact that green tea is brewed with sub-boiling water.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHowever, in the case of matcha green tea, the leaves themselves are consumed (as a dissolved powder), meaning it has a relatively high caffeine content. Matcha can contain the same amount of caffeine as a shot of espresso.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRooibos vs Coffee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRooibos plants are naturally caffeine-free, so if you’re looking to reduce your caffeine intake, a full-bodied cup of \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/rooibos-honeybush-tea\"\u003erooibos\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e beats coffee hands down!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHerbal Tea vs Coffee\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/herbal-tea\"\u003eherbal teas\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e contain no caffeine either: a good choice for a pre-bedtime drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_template_Teasv2-min.jpg?v=1630579534\" alt=\"Tea or Coffee\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich Hot Drink is Better for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnother question without a simple answer! A caffeine-sensitive someone in need of a good night’s sleep might find herbal tea, such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/night-sky-calm\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eNight Sky Calm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e - soothing with lavender and lemon balm - best. For someone seeking the energy of a caffeine hit but without the ‘shakes’ associated with coffee, a robust cup of L-theanine rich \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/luxury-leaf-assam-black-tea\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAssam\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e might be just the ticket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCaffeine Free Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking tea and coffee doesn’t have to involve caffeine, you can get decaffeinated tea and coffee or there are plenty of herbal teas which are completely caffeine free. Green teas also contain less caffeine than standard tea bags.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDo you keep an eye on your caffeine consumption? Let us know over on Social, we’d love to hear! #PressPause #DragonflyTea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_template_TeaPacks-min.jpg?v=1630579300\" alt=\"Herbal Tea\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSources\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAssessing caffeine intake in the United Kingdom diet \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23601385\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/23601385\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCaffeine is the world’s most widely used psychoactive substance \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/9889511\/#:~:text=Caffeine%20is%20the%20most%20widely,an%20effect%20on%20the%20brain.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/9889511\/#:~:text=Caffeine%20is%20the%20most%20widely,an%20effect%20on%20the%20brain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eJanuary 2009 Czech Journal of Food Sciences \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/9889511\/#:~:text=Caffeine%20is%20the%20most%20widely,an%20effect%20on%20the%20brain.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.researchgate.net\/publication\/258451908_Determination_of_Caffeine_Content_in_Tea_and_Mate_Tea_by_Using_Different_Methods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCaffeine informer espresso \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.caffeineinformer.com\/caffeine-content\/espresso\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.caffeineinformer.com\/caffeine-content\/espresso\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCaffeine informer coffee \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.caffeineinformer.com\/caffeine-content\/coffee-brewed#:~:text=Coffee%20(brewed)%20contains%2020.38%20mg,of%20163%20mg%20of%20caffeine.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.caffeineinformer.com\/caffeine-content\/coffee-brewed#:~:text=Coffee%20(brewed)%20contains%2020.38%20mg,of%20163%20mg%20of%20caffeine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eEFSA Caffeine guidelines \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.caffeineinformer.com\/caffeine-content\/coffee-brewed#:~:text=Coffee%20(brewed)%20contains%2020.38%20mg,of%20163%20mg%20of%20caffeine.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.efsa.europa.eu\/sites\/default\/files\/corporate_publications\/files\/efsaexplainscaffeine150527.pdf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCaffeine informer tea \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.caffeineinformer.com\/the-caffeine-database\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.caffeineinformer.com\/the-caffeine-database\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCaffeine common stimulant \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/9889511\/#:~:text=Caffeine%20is%20the%20most%20widely,an%20effect%20on%20the%20brain.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/9889511\/#:~:text=Caffeine%20is%20the%20most%20widely,an%20effect%20on%20the%20brain.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eAdenosine \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/thebrain.mcgill.ca\/flash\/i\/i_03\/i_03_m\/i_03_m_par\/i_03_m_par_cafeine.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/thebrain.mcgill.ca\/flash\/i\/i_03\/i_03_m\/i_03_m_par\/i_03_m_par_cafeine.html\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCaffeine stimulant effects \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK223808\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/books\/NBK223808\/\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCaffeine adverse effects \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4462044\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC4462044\/\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eL-theanine \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/apjcn.nhri.org.tw\/server\/APJCN\/17%20Suppl%201\/167.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/apjcn.nhri.org.tw\/server\/APJCN\/17%20Suppl%201\/167.pdf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eFatal dose \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/20096021\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/20096021\/\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCaffeine side effects \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/zellavie.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Annual-Review-of-Nutrition-2017.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/zellavie.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/Annual-Review-of-Nutrition-2017.pdf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eBlack tea vs coffee \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/howto\/guide\/how-much-caffeine-tea#:~:text=Does%20black%20tea%20have%20more,average%20of%2095mg%20per%20cup.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.bbcgoodfood.com\/howto\/guide\/how-much-caffeine-tea#:~:text=Does%20black%20tea%20have%20more,average%20of%2095mg%20per%20cup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e","blog_id":3090709,"author":"Florence Summers-Aylett","user_id":42467065916,"published_at":"2021-09-02T12:08:53+01:00","updated_at":"2021-09-02T12:08:53+01:00","summary_html":"We are often asked about how tea and coffee compare in terms of caffeine content. While caffeine isn’t necessarily harmful, too much can have adverse effects.","template_suffix":"","handle":"how-much-caffeine-is-in-tea-vs-coffee","tags":"type:Tea Wellbeing","image":{"created_at":"2021-09-02T10:47:12+01:00","alt":"Tea and teapot","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/dragonflytea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/lifestyle-800x800.jpg?v=1630576032"}}
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We are often asked about how tea and coffee compare in terms of caffeine content. While caffeine isn’t necessarily harmful, too much can have adverse effects.
Tea Stories
{"id":555628396604,"title":"How to Make Iced Tea: Recipes for the Perfect Summer Drink","created_at":"2021-05-10T14:56:16+01:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eBelieve it or not, there are times even we crave something other than a warm cup of tea. Some settings simply call for something ice-cold and revitalising- we think no drink ticks those boxes like a refreshing \u003c\/span\u003eiced tea. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eComplete with the myriad wellbeing \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/pages\/tea-benefits#:~:text=This%20is%20because%20tea%20also,increase%20focus%20and%20improve%20mood.\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ebenefits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e and nuanced flavours of your base tea, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eiced tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e takes on a whole new character, which is:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eDeeply thirst-quenching\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1140,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eEasy to make\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1140,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eEndlessly customisable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1140,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eA delicious alterna\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003etive to water, soft-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003edrinks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e and alcohol\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1140,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_template_iced_tea-min.jpg?v=1620655846\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\" alt=\"Dragonfly Tea iced tea\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to make iced tea \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eBefore you begin, here are some golden guidelines for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003emaking\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e the best iced tea from your leaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose your method\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eYes, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ethere’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e more than one way to do this! There’s cold and even ice brewing, but having painstakingly selected leaves that produce excellent flavour in hot water, we recommend hot brewing for Dragonfly teas. There are two ways to approach this method:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eCla\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003essic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e: Making tea as you usually would, then allowing it to cool before serving.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eQuick\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e: Making a stronger brew with hot water and bringing the concentration and temperature down with cold water and ice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOpt for quality \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eYour iced tea can only ever be as \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003egood as the leaves you brew it from. For the most interesting and enjoyable flavour profile, choose a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/all-products\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003ehigh quality tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUse fresh, filtered water \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eTap water contains minerals that can affect the tea’s taste; use filtered if you can! Don’t forget to boil a fresh kettle of water for every brew, too.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBrew, don’t stew \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eSave yourself a mishap by checking the recommended brewing time for your chosen tea. For example, green and black teas c\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ean turn bitter if brewed for too long, while rooibos and oolong teas simply develop a fuller taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCheck the temperature \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eFor green and white teas, let the kettle cool a little before pouring the water. This prevents scalding of the delicate leaves, which can cause bitterness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatch the ice \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eWhile ice is all-important in this chilled drink, too much melting into your tea can upset the dilution ratio and produce a weak flavour. If you like it very icy, you could use larger ice cubes (they melt slower), or start with a stronger brew.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExperiment with your iced tea creations! \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThere are endless possibilities when making iced tea. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eTry\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e different base teas (you could use green tea instead of black tea, for example) and complementary ingredients, such as citrus fruits, orange slices, fresh berries, herbs and sweeteners. Start with flavour combinations you know you love, then get creative! \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eNow \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eyou’re\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003e ready to get brewing, here’s our super simple basic recipe to make i\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eced tea, in which the taste of the tea does the talking. Enjoy in its pure, refreshing form, or use to start experimenting:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":320,\"335559739\":80,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eQuick and easy iced tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":480,\"335559739\":120,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eOur delicious basic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eiced tea \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003erecipe uses a concentrated \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ehot tea \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ebrew, cold water and ice to cut down on prep time. A shortcut to refreshment! Serves 4.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIngredients \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e4-5 tsp of your favourite \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/loose-leaf-tea\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eloose leaf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e tea or 4-5 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/biodegradable-teabags\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eteabags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559738\":280,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e300ml freshly boiled water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e600ml cold water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eSugar, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ehoney\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e or agave syrup to sweeten\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIce cubes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eGarnishes, such as lemon slices, fresh m\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eint leaves and edible flowers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559739\":280,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMethod \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck for the recommended water temperature and brew time of your chosen tea and brew your leaves\/teabags\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e accordingly.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eRemove your leaves\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eteabags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e and pour the hot tea into a heatproof 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e-\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003el\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eitre jug.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eTop the jug up to nearly full \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ewith\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e cold water.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eSweeten to taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAdd plenty of ice to glasses before pouring over your tea and garnishing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich tea to use \u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThe secret to the perfect iced tea is findin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eg out \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ewhat’s\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e perfect for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eyou\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e. Which tea makes for the best base is down to personal preference - that’s part of the fun!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eTo start you off, you could try something classic and fragrant, such as our organic \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/classic-earl-grey-organic-black-tea?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=084ac51ec\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eEarl Grey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003efor the basic iced tea, above. The uplifting notes of bergamot\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e sing in the pared-down recipe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_template_iced_tea2-min_1.jpg?v=1620726346\" alt=\"Dragonfly Ice Tea\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIced tea recipes with fresh fruit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eStill need \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003einspiration?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e Here are two ways you can make iced tea with fresh fruit using the classic hot brewing method (best begun the night before):\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e1. Peach iced tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":480,\"335559739\":120,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eThe ultimate summer holiday iced tea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":320,\"335559739\":80,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/traditional-english-organic-breakfast-tea?_pos=3\u0026amp;_sid=f70d5ae0e\u0026amp;_ss=r\"\u003eDragonfly \u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eOrganic Traditional English Breakfast \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eteabags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559738\":280,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 litre boiling water\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500 ml cold water\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e3 peaches pitted and chopped\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-3 tbsp honey or maple syrup\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIce cubes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559739\":280,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eMethod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":320,\"335559739\":80,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAdd \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eteabags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e to boiling water and steep for 5-10 minutes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eRemove \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eteabags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e and allow tea to cool before popping in the fridge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ePut the cold water, peaches and honey in a pan and bring to the boil. Simmer for 15 minutes, until the peach skins come away.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eStrain the liquid over a fine sieve, mashing the peaches to extract the juice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-leveltext=\"%1.\" data-font=\"\" data-listid=\"4\" data-aria-posinset=\"5\" data-aria-level=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAdd the peach water to the chilled tea, pour over i\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ece and serve.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eFor something stronger, try muddling in a splash of rum. Delicious!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAdapted from: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.hungryhealthyhappy.com\/peach-iced-tea\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eHungry Healthy Happy\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e Peach Iced Tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":480,\"335559739\":120,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e2. Iced rooibos raspberry tea\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":480,\"335559739\":120,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eMake a pitcher of this\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ecaffeine-free cooler \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eto enjoy \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ewhile relaxing in the sun.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":320,\"335559739\":80,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/breakfast-rooibos-tea\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eDragonfly Organic Rooibos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eteabags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559738\":280,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 litre boiling water\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eHoney or sugar to taste\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e100g fresh raspberries\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eA handful of fresh mint leaves\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIce\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559685\":1080,\"335559739\":280,\"335559740\":276,\"335559991\":360}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"none\"\u003eMethod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":320,\"335559739\":80,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003ePlace \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eteabags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e in a heatproof jug and fill with boiling water.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAllow to brew for 8-10 minutes and remove \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eteabags\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eSweeten to taste.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAdd whole raspberries and mint leaves and leave to cool\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e, then stir well and serve over plenty of ice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eAdapted from: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.greedygourmet.com\/recipes-by-cooking-times\/iced-rooibos-tea-with-raspberries-mint\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eIced Rooibos Tea With Raspberries \u0026amp; Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":240,\"335559739\":240,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eHave you tried making your own iced tea? \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003eWe’d\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-contrast=\"auto\"\u003e love to see your creations! Tag us in your iced tea pictures over on Social and let us know your recipes for iced tea perfection!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan data-ccp-props='{\"201341983\":0,\"335559738\":480,\"335559739\":120,\"335559740\":276}'\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","blog_id":3090709,"author":"Florence Summers-Aylett","user_id":42467065916,"published_at":"2021-05-17T09:35:32+01:00","updated_at":"2022-07-21T15:51:15+01:00","summary_html":"\u003cspan\u003eBelieve it or not, there are times even we crave something other than a warm cup of tea. We think no drink ticks those boxes like a refreshing iced tea.\u003c\/span\u003e","template_suffix":"","handle":"how-to-make-iced-tea-recipes-for-the-perfect-summer-drink","tags":"type:Tea Stories","image":{"created_at":"2021-05-10T15:20:54+01:00","alt":"Dragonfly Tea iced tea","width":700,"height":700,"src":"\/\/dragonflytea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/Blog_iced_tea_Square-min.jpg?v=1658415075"}}
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Believe it or not, there are times even we crave something other than a warm cup of tea. We think no drink ticks those boxes like a refreshing iced tea.
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{"id":555478089788,"title":"The Extraordinary Benefits of Drinking White Tea","created_at":"2021-03-23T10:36:45+00:00","body_html":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eWhy drink white tea? For us, the number one on the list of white tea benefits is enjoyment. An intentional moment with a warm cup of delicate, elegant \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/products\/bai-mudan-white-tea\" title=\"Dragonfly Bai Mudan White Tea\"\u003eSwirling Mist\u003c\/a\u003e brings a sense of peace and clarity all its own. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYet it would be remiss not to mention the other significant - and yes, extraordinary - benefits of white tea. Feel free to put the kettle on, settle into a comfy spot and join us while we explore the many reasons to love this special tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_WhiteTea2_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1650879032\" alt=\"White Tea\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is White Tea?\u003c\/h2\u003e\nLike green and black tea, white tea comes from the leaves of Camellia sinensis. This shrub grows natively across Asia and is cultivated the world over, but only the specific variety of tea plant growing in the distinct conditions of the Chinese Fujian province yield leaves acceptable for true white tea. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTiming of the harvest (early spring, before the fresh buds are fully open) and processing (minimal, to reduce oxidation and preserve the delicate flavours) are also key to the uniqueness of this tea. And that’s not all that sets it apart. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLittle wonder that in his dissertation on tea, Emperor Hui Tsung declared white tea the rarest and highest quality of all\u003csup\u003e1\u003c\/sup\u003e. (\u003cem\u003eIt is told that Emperor Hui Tsung became so fixated on white tea, the Mongols were able to sneak in and overthrow his empire!\u003csup\u003e2\u003c\/sup\u003e But that’s a story for another time\u003c\/em\u003e.)\u003c\/p\u003e\nIt’s this exceptionally careful production process that reveals the tea’s mellow fruity-floral notes and allows the young leaves to retain their pale silvery colour: colour that gives this tea its name and is created by an unusual abundance of soft, white hairs under the buds. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt’s also what keeps the high levels of polyphenols\u003csup\u003e3\u003c\/sup\u003e intact, thought to be at the root of many of white tea’s remarkable health benefits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTypes of White Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell known types of white tea include Silver Needle (Bai Hao Yinzhen), White Peony (Bai Mu Dan), Tribute Eyebrow (Gong Mei), Long Life Eyebrow (Shou Mei).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_SwirlingMistV2_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1650878319\" alt=\"Swirling Mist White Tea\" style=\"margin-top: 20px; margin-bottom: 20px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProperties of White Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA little more on those polyphenols, since they’re so important. Many compounds occur naturally in the Camellia sinensis leaf, including caffeine, amino acids (such as L-theanine) and polyphenols. Catechins are a group of these polyphenols, and include individually beneficial compounds, such as epigallocatechin (stay with us!). These natural chemicals can act as antioxidant agents in the body\u003csup\u003e4\u003c\/sup\u003e, key to the wonderful properties of tea. As the least processed of the teas, white tea is said to boast the highest concentration of these natural compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_WhiteTea_1200x800px-min_3614dc91-2368-4c9f-bca5-a361687b52b0.jpg?v=1650879084\" alt=\"White Tea\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHealth Benefits of White Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003chealth benefits=\"\" of=\"\" white=\"\" tea=\"\" h2=\"\"\u003e Prized for its healthy properties long before the birth of modern science, white tea has been used for centuries in Traditional Chinese Medicine\u003csup\u003e5\u003c\/sup\u003e. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRecent scientific research on white tea and its compounds have linked it to an impressive range of health benefits. Let’s take a look at ten of the most studied white tea benefits relating to:\u003c\/health\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e1. Antioxidant Effect\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAntioxidants are agents that protect against the effects of free radicals: harmful molecules created by oxidative stress in the body linked to the effects of aging and many illnesses, such as cancer, Alzheimer’s disease and diabetes\u003csup\u003e6\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePolyphenols, especially catechins in tea, are known to have antioxidant effects in the human body. Recent research found that white tea had the most powerful “radical-scavenging” effect of a number of teas\u003csup\u003e7\u003c\/sup\u003e. This antioxidant action underpins many of the other beneficial effects of drinking white tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e2. Weight Loss\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the most popular white tea benefits is that it might aid weight loss, according to research. A study found that human fat tissue treated with white tea extract both decreased growth of new fat cells and increased the breakdown of fat they already contained. Researchers believe the high levels of the polyphenol epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) present in white tea explained these effects\u003csup\u003e8\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\nWhite tea can also support healthy weight loss as a calorie free alternative to high-sugar and fat drinks.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e3. Immune function\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eScience had previously lauded green tea’s ability to support the immune system in fighting disease. More recent studies find that white tea is even more effective, demonstrating antibacterial, antiviral and antifungal effects\u003csup\u003e9\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite tea can also protect immune cells. Langerhans cells - a key part of the immune system in detecting cancerous by-products - are very sensitive to sun damage. Researchers tested how skin protected with white tea extract responded to sunlight, and found that the white tea restored the Langerhans cells’ immune function\u003csup\u003e10\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e4. Heart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch suggests that one of the most valuable of white tea benefits is that it could support heart health. Catechins in tea have been found to reduce the risk of mortality from heart disease\u003csup\u003e11\u003c\/sup\u003e. Further study in this area found that tea catechins reduce absorption of ‘bad’ cholesterol from the intestine, while enhancing desirable (high-density lipoprotein) cholesterol levels, improving the condition of the cardiovascular system\u003csup\u003e12\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e5. Cancer\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDNA mutations are the first step leading to cancer. Scientists can determine whether a compound can prevent these mutations, and tested white tea having found promising results with green tea. White tea was found to be even more effective in inhibiting DNA mutations, and researchers concluded it might have a protective effect against cancer\u003csup\u003e13\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e6. Skin\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking white tea could have anti-aging effects on skin. White tea has been shown to block the enzymes that break down collagen and elastin (the chemicals in our skin that keep it supple). Its antioxidant action also helps protect skin from day-to-day damage\u003csup\u003e14\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e7. Diabetes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch suggests that drinking white tea could relieve symptoms of diabetes, such as polydipsia, high plasma glucose levels and reduced insulin secretion\u003csup\u003e15\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e8. Energy\/Alertness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe all know that caffeine is a stimulant that can help perk you up (or keep you up when overused!). Studies back this up, demonstrating the positive cognitive effects of small amounts of caffeine, such as improved mood and reaction times\u003csup\u003e16\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMore recently, studies have focused on the combined effects of caffeine and another compound found in white tea: L-theanine. The two together have been shown to improve attention and focus\u003csup\u003e17\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e9. Inflammation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnimal studies demonstrate the power of tea – especially white tea – in suppressing inflammation\u003csup\u003e18\u003c\/sup\u003e. Researchers have found that regularly consuming tea catechins can speed up muscle recovery and suggest this is because of their antioxidant properties\u003csup\u003e19\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e10. Teeth\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDrinking white tea can support oral health. As well as catechins, white tea also contains tannins and fluoride. Catechins fight the bacteria that form plaque (Streptococcus mutans) and tannins can protect against enzymes that wear down teeth over time\u003csup\u003e20\u003c\/sup\u003e. Fluoride is known to be effective in tackling tooth decay, which is why it’s widely used in toothpaste\u003csup\u003e21\u003c\/sup\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\nWhile evidence supporting the benefits of white tea grows stronger with each study published in the scientific literature, the effects of drinking white tea is still relatively under-investigated. More high-quality research is needed in order to produce conclusive evidence.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eSide Effects of White Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\nWith all these wonderful benefits of white tea, you might be wondering whether there’s a flip side. Questions about side effects often centre on caffeine and calorie content of white tea. Let’s take a look:\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eCaffeine Content of White Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\nTea leaves, including those used in white tea, all contain some naturally occurring caffeine. However, the concentration of caffeine in a cup of white tea is lower than in other teas, and generally less than a third of the quantity in coffee. The amount of caffeine in your cup of tea will depend partly upon how you make it. To avoid scalding the leaves and preserve the delicate flavour of white tea, use water a few degrees under boiling and brew briefly. These measures have the added benefit of releasing less caffeine from the leaves. We recommend that you do as the Chinese do, steeping your leaves for two or three drinks to experience all the nuances of the elegant flavour profile. The bonus of this is that each consecutive cup will also have much less caffeine.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs mentioned above, small amounts of caffeine can actually have beneficial effects on mind and body. White tea contains little enough that most people can drink even a few cups a day without having to worry about caffeine’s less desirable effects. \u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eCalories in White Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAny calories in a cup of tea come from added milk and sweeteners. The subtle, pure flavours of white tea are best unadulterated anyway, meaning a good cup of white tea will always be zero-calorie.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSo, Is White Tea Good for You?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWell. We tend to think you are the expert on your own body, so we’ll leave it to you to decide what’s good for you. Personally? We think the evidence speaks for itself.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/Blog_DryingWhiteTea_1200x800px-min.jpg?v=1650879125\" alt=\"Drying White Tea\" style=\"margin-top: 30px; margin-bottom: 30px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Does White Tea Compare to Other Teas?\u003c\/h2\u003e\nAs one of the five ‘true teas’ derived from Camellia sinensis, white tea does share some properties with green, black, oolong tea and pu’er teas. If you’re wondering how it compares to its most widely drunk siblings, read on.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWhite Tea vs Green Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\nUnlike white tea, which as described above is a very specific designation, green tea is a more general term that comprises a huge variety of origins (from Japan to Kenya), harvesting practices (from Spring to Autumn) and leaf types (from buds to larger leaves).The processing of these leaves is different, too. White tea, which is never rolled and always handled with utmost delicacy, undergoes just two processes: careful withering and drying. With green tea, the oxidation process is quickly cut short through baking, pan-firing or steaming, and the leaves are then shaped and rolled. While both are prized, white tea is the rarer of the two.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e As two lightly processed teas from the same plant species, green tea shares many of white tea’s properties. White tea boasts higher concentrations of catechins, however, which is why it is hailed by some as the ‘world’s heathiest tea’.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Both teas can have nutty and sweet and notes, but green tea can also have a bittersweetness, while white tea is totally free of bitterness. White tea is delicate, light and smooth, while green tea is often more complex tasting, with vegetal and floral flavours.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhite Tea vs Black Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with green tea, black tea comprises a whole range of different origins and taste profiles (from rich malty Assams to delicate, fruity Darjeelings) whereas authentic white tea is something very specific. But the biggest and most obvious difference between white and black tea is how the tea leaves are treated after picking. To make black tea, the leaves are dried and bruised or gently ground to allow them to fully oxidise – a further level of processing that gives them a dark colour and rich, strong flavour with bitter notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e Studies haven’t directly compared the benefits of white and black tea, but it’s thought that the polyphenols – and therefore the health benefits – in black tea are reduced by comparison to white and green tea.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFlavour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black tea is a stronger drink than white tea, with an earthy, woody, flavour profile.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Drink White Tea\u003c\/h2\u003e\nFor every cup of tea, we like to practise a little\n\u003cp style=\"display: inline !important;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/blogs\/our-blog\/how-to-make-a-mindful-cuppa\" title=\"Dragonfly tea - Tea Mindfullness\"\u003etea mindfulness\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\nDelicate white tea calls for careful brewing – a great reason to press pause on the day and attend to your own tea ritual.\n\u003ch3\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eTo Make the Perfect Cup of White Tea\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClick the kettle off before it fully boils, or allow it to cool for a couple of minutes after boiling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour the water over the leaves and allow to briefly brew – a minute or two will release the subtle flavours and beneficial compounds. Longer could cause the tea to ‘stew’ and become bitter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRe-infuse up to three times to experience the full array of fragrances and flavours of this special drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeave the milk in the fridge and the sugar in the cupboard – the subtle beauty of this fruity-floral drink is best unadulterated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre you ready to become a white tea enthusiast? Find our quality, authentic Bai Mudan white teas \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/dragonflytea.com\/collections\/white-teas\" title=\"Dragonfly White Tea\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e. Share your #PressPause moments with us on our Social channels, we’d love to hear what you love about white tea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0272\/6943\/files\/DFS_ORG_SWIRLING_MIST_FRONT_web_480x480.png?v=1616513945\" alt=\"Dragonfly Tea - Swirling Mist\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSources\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/books.google.co.uk\/books?hl=en\u0026amp;lr=\u0026amp;id=mZ0TUWvE9qQC\u0026amp;oi=fnd\u0026amp;pg=PP1\u0026amp;dq=history+of+white+tea\u0026amp;ots=HCfa_gQGep\u0026amp;sig=jGHNZfhiui8NPqBERt5l_sRU60k\u0026amp;redir_esc=y#v=onepage\u0026amp;q=%22white%20tea%22\u0026amp;f=false\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/books.google.co.uk\/books?hl=en\u0026amp;lr=\u0026amp;id=mZ0TUWvE9qQC\u0026amp;oi=fnd\u0026amp;pg=PP1\u0026amp;dq=history+of+white+tea\u0026amp;ots=HCfa_gQGep\u0026amp;sig=jGHNZfhiui8NPqBERt5l_sRU60k\u0026amp;redir_esc=y#v=onepage\u0026amp;q=%22white%20tea%22\u0026amp;f=false\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.squamishchief.com\/opinion\/for-all-the-tea-in-china-3335590\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.squamishchief.com\/opinion\/for-all-the-tea-in-china-3335590\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0308814607010631%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0308814607010631 \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/juniperpublishers.com\/ctbeb\/pdf\/CTBEB.MS.ID.555925.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/juniperpublishers.com\/ctbeb\/pdf\/CTBEB.MS.ID.555925.pdf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2009\/04\/090430194803.htm%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.acupuncturetoday.com\/mpacms\/at\/article.php?id=28505\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehttps:\/\/www.acupuncturetoday.com\/mpacms\/at\/article.php?id=28505\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.livescience.com\/54901-free-radicals.html#:~:text=Oxygen%20in%20the%20body%20splits,to%20cells%2C%20proteins%20and%20DNA.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.livescience.com\/54901-free-radicals.html#:~:text=Oxygen%20in%20the%20body%20splits,to%20cells%2C%20proteins%20and%20DNA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.livescience.com\/54901-free-radicals.html#:~:text=Oxygen%20in%20the%20body%20splits,to%20cells%2C%20proteins%20and%20DNA.\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0308814607010631\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S0308814607010631\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2009\/04\/090430194803.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2009\/04\/090430194803.htm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2004\/05\/040526070934.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2004\/05\/040526070934.htm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11470725\/%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehttp:\/\/citeseerx.ist.psu.edu\/viewdoc\/download?doi=10.1.1.696.8743\u0026amp;rep=rep1\u0026amp;type=pdf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11470725\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/11470725\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/juniperpublishers.com\/ctbeb\/pdf\/CTBEB.MS.ID.555925.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e \u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/juniperpublishers.com\/ctbeb\/pdf\/CTBEB.MS.ID.555925.pdf\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/juniperpublishers.com\/ctbeb\/pdf\/CTBEB.MS.ID.555925.pdf%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2000\/04\/000410084553.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.sciencedaily.com\/releases\/2000\/04\/000410084553.htm \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3214789\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC3214789\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22279681\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehttps:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/22279681\/\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/j.1467-3010.2007.00665.x?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=pmd_9ffzKmuiM7VJR_iWbWi.ouMCcRFbp7UfDtP3.HbS.OY-1635255659-0-gqNtZGzNAjujcnBszQtl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003ehttps:\/\/onlinelibrary.wiley.com\/doi\/full\/10.1111\/j.1467-3010.2007.00665.x?__cf_chl_jschl_tk__=pmd_9ffzKmuiM7VJR_iWbWi.ouMCcRFbp7UfDtP3.HbS.OY-1635255659-0-gqNtZGzNAjujcnBszQtl\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jn\/article\/138\/8\/1572S\/4750819%20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ehttps:\/\/academic.oup.com\/jn\/article\/138\/8\/1572S\/4750819%20\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S138357690800010X\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehttps:\/\/www.sciencedirect.com\/science\/article\/abs\/pii\/S138357690800010X\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003ca 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Summers-Aylett","user_id":42467065916,"published_at":"2021-03-30T09:59:02+01:00","updated_at":"2022-04-25T10:32:26+01:00","summary_html":"\u003cspan\u003eWhy drink white tea? Put the kettle on, settle into a comfy spot and join us while we explore the many extraordinary benefits of this special tea.\u003c\/span\u003e","template_suffix":"","handle":"the-extraordinary-benefits-of-drinking-white-tea","tags":"type:Tea Stories","image":{"created_at":"2022-04-25T10:18:59+01:00","alt":"Swirling Mist White Tea","width":800,"height":800,"src":"\/\/dragonflytea.com\/cdn\/shop\/articles\/Blog_SwirlingMIstV2_800x800-min.jpg?v=1650878339"}}
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Why drink white tea? Put the kettle on, settle into a comfy spot and join us while we explore the many extraordinary benefits of this special tea.
