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I am Stuart. New to tea as of today. I was in the mall and saw Teavana and yes bought probably overpriced stuff. I am looking for tea to help with blood pressure and cholesterol. She sold me 2 different green teas . 18 and 8 dollars per ounce. I would appreciate any feedback . I am not sure what to buy when this tea is used up.
Apr 18th, '09, 23:00
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Hi, welcome to teachat!
I don't necessarily buy into all the health related buzz on tea, but studies seem to indicate that green tea is effective at reducing LDL cholesterol levels in the body. The most effective way to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure levels for certain is to reduce or eliminate your intake of meat. Oatmeal has also been found to be effective in reducing cholesterol levels.
I don't necessarily buy into all the health related buzz on tea, but studies seem to indicate that green tea is effective at reducing LDL cholesterol levels in the body. The most effective way to reduce cholesterol and blood pressure levels for certain is to reduce or eliminate your intake of meat. Oatmeal has also been found to be effective in reducing cholesterol levels.
I agree on trying the Adagio samplers... a great introduction to tea varietals. Remember that white, green, black, and oolong all come from the same plant... so the health benefits shouldn't vary much from one varietal to another.
My biggest advice on the greens you currently have is... don't use boiling water! Cool your water down to at least 170, maybe even cooler, and keep your infusion times short. My early experience with green tea made me think I didn't like it at all... it was bitter and disgusting. When I learned to brew it properly, I learned to really love it. I've never gotten very good brewing advice from the Teavana employees.
Welcome to Teachat.... a great place to learn about tea and enjoy the company of some great people.
Sarah
My biggest advice on the greens you currently have is... don't use boiling water! Cool your water down to at least 170, maybe even cooler, and keep your infusion times short. My early experience with green tea made me think I didn't like it at all... it was bitter and disgusting. When I learned to brew it properly, I learned to really love it. I've never gotten very good brewing advice from the Teavana employees.
Welcome to Teachat.... a great place to learn about tea and enjoy the company of some great people.
Sarah
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Apr 19th, '09, 11:58
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Welcome! Stick around and read, you will learn very much here. In the meantime
drink up those teas. I'm sure they are a fine starting point. And after all they brought you here.
drink up those teas. I'm sure they are a fine starting point. And after all they brought you here.
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Apr 20th, '09, 09:58
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Great Advice! Adagio has lots and lots of tea samplers to choose from. I would start here at Adagio!Chip wrote:Since you are new to tea, try to experiment with different types of teas. Our host Adagio has nice sized samples which are great for introducing newbies to different teas.
BTW, Welcome to our forum kabbes2126!