Heaven of Tea

CNN’s food blog, Eatocracy, shared information about the rising tea prices in China via their video report, All that tea in China? It might be getting a lot pricier. Asia Business Editor, Eunice Yoon, noted that bad weather and growing labor costs are the cause of increased tea costs.
Prices for premium tea, like Silver Needle [...]

Tea drinkers are familiar with many of the health benefits associated with each sip, although, it seems that the list of positive effects continues to grow with each steep. At this year’s Alzheimer’s Association International Conference, one new study reported that regular tea drinking could reduce the risk of brain decline.
The study tracked and studied [...]

Known for its incredible health benefits, Green Tea can help heal the body with each delicious sip. From boosting the immune system, soothing the digestive system, lowering cholesterol, to having incredible skin calming results when added to a DIY facemask, Green Tea is a true super tea. Recently, a study found that green tea “may [...]

Last month we gained a deeper understanding of 7 Taiwanese teas and explored the regions in which they are grown, aromas, flavors, etc. To continue this foreign lesson in tea, I wanted to share yet another wonderful video that takes a closer look at the proper way to brew Taiwanese tea.
Steep your favorite Taiwanese tea [...]

It’s true that taste is very personal, but did you ever stop to think about how your taste buds relate to your personality? Heidi Kyser, Editor of the World Tea News, recently chatted with Virginia Utermohlen, Associate Professor in the Division of Nutritional Sciences at Cornell University, to learn more about her “extensive work on [...]

In an attempt to further my tea education I searched YouTube for inspiring visual aids. Fortunately, I came across this fabulous series of videos that offered insight into Taiwanese tea. This introductory experience, the first video of the series, takes a closer look at 7 Taiwanese teas . Beyond identifying the names of the tea, [...]

According to an article published by the World Tea News, results from two studies were published this week noting that “caffeine caused notable improvement in the memory of mice bred with Alzheimer’s disease.” An initial study was performed back in 2005 at the University of Southern Florida’s Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, which established that when [...]

Language is an incredible topic to explore, especially when it comes to taking a closer look at the “tea” world. Although intrigued by seeking out the origins of my tea leaves, I had yet to uncover the history behind the word “tea.” While taking a peek at the Online Etymology Dictionary, I learned this about [...]

British magazine, Waitrose Food Illustrated, took a close look at their nation’s beverage of choice, tea, by commissioning a survey that sought to discover what made the perfect cup. In order to gain true insight, the magazine questioned a 70-person panel, dubbed the Tea Council, which was made up of “top chefs, food and drink [...]

A new study shows that white teas can help reduce body fat and increase metabolism as well as fight cancer! Add white tea to your diet if you are losing weight.