Drinking white tea in summer is good for your health.
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2014-02-21
The UK's *Journal of Best Nutrition* reports that, compared to green tea, white tea retains more nutrients from the leaves due to its simpler production process.
In the UK, drinking white tea is a hugely popular activity. Experts explain that "white tea" is made from tea leaves harvested in early spring, when both the leaves and tea buds are particularly tender. At this time, the green leaves are delicately covered with soft, silvery-white downy hairs, which is why it’s called "white tea."
White tea is simpler to produce than black or green tea. Generally speaking, green tea is unfermented and goes through steps like picking, pan-firing, rolling, and drying during processing. Black tea, on the other hand, undergoes full fermentation—reaching an oxidation level of 80% to 90—and its production includes processes such as picking, withering, and rolling, but skips the pan-firing step altogether. White tea, however, is made by simply allowing freshly picked leaves to undergo a mild fermentation of about 10% to 30%, followed by direct sun-drying or kiln-drying without any additional pan-firing or rolling. Because of its straightforward, minimal-processing method, white tea retains a significant portion of the tea leaves' natural nutrients.
Experts point out that compared to green tea and oolong tea, white tea contains a higher concentration of polyphenols—natural antioxidants that help boost immunity and support cardiovascular health. Additionally, white tea is rich in essential active enzymes that enhance fat metabolism, effectively regulate insulin secretion, break down excess sugar in the bloodstream, and promote balanced blood glucose levels.
Additionally, people who regularly drink white tea in summer rarely suffer from heatstroke. Experts believe this is because white tea contains a variety of amino acids that help reduce fever, relieve summer heat, and detoxify the body. Moreover, white tea even boasts stronger antibacterial properties than green tea. Recently, Dr. Milton Schiffler from Pace University in New York, USA, and his team conducted an experiment by adding white tea to toothpaste and applying it onto bacterial-contaminated lab surfaces. The results clearly showed that toothpaste mixed with white tea significantly boosted its antibacterial effectiveness. Based on this finding, Dr. Schiffler suggests that drinking more white tea could contribute to better oral hygiene and overall dental health.
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