Teas Of Different Colours And Their Benefits

India is the land of tea lovers. Even though almost everyone has tea two, three and even four times a day, very few people move beyond the regular chai. Not undermining the benefits and merits of chai; however, there is a whole world of different varieties of tea that is yet to be discovered by us. And even though our beautiful brown tea is a favourite of many, there are other colours of tea that demand our attention too.

If we try to list all the different varieties of tea and their benefits, you would be reading this article all day! So for now, we’ll only focus on teas of different colours and their benefits, origin and background. Let us dive into the colourful world of teas:

Green tea has gained quite some popularity in recent years, and for good reason. It is often called as the healthiest beverage on the planet. With a wide range of health benefits, the unfermented green tea is nothing short of a magic potion. Some of the physical and mental health benefits of green tea are:

•        It helps you lose weight
•        It reduces the risk of diabetes
•        It reduces the risk of cardiovascular diseases
•        It improves dental health
•        It improves brain function

Ah, the most popular one in India. Black tea is what we call our beloved chai. For Indians, it is almost on par with oxygen and water. It is an essential part of everyone’s day. Many people have at least a cup of chai during the day. While we love our black tea for its taste and its ability to re-energize us, it has a lot of health benefits as well. Some of them are:

•        It has antioxidant properties
•        It helps in fighting cholesterol
•        It boosts heart health
•        It boosts immunity
•        It lowers the risk of diabetes

White tea is the least processed of Black and Green teas; therefore it retains the most amount of antioxidants. White tea is made from the same Camellia Sinensis plant as the other teas. Its buds and leaves are plucked just before they’re fully open, when they are covered in white hairs, hence the name. It has a number of health benefits like:

•        It is very rich in antioxidants
•        It combats skin aging
•        It helps with weight loss
•        It reduces the risk of heart diseases
•        It helps protect teeth from bacteria

Perhaps the rarest and the most unique of them all, Yellow tea is slowly making a name for itself internationally. The tea is native to China and is famous for fruity taste and a distinct aroma. Having almost the same amount of antioxidants as the Green tea while being easier to digest makes it a popular option for many. Other benefits of yellow tea are:

•        It’s good for the liver
•        It promotes weight loss
•        It prevents diabetes
•        It treats inflammatory bowel disorders
•        It makes teeth and bones stronger

Different from green, black, yellow and white teas; red tea actually comes from a shrub called Aspalathus linearis which is usually grown in South Africa. Unlike others, it is naturally caffeine-free so this tea is perfect for those who want to lower the intake of caffeine and still enjoy the taste and benefits of tea. It has a number of health benefits, some of them are:

•        It has anti-diabetic effects
•        It is great for heart health
•        It improves digestion
•        It improves skin health
•        It promotes good blood circulation

So there you have it, different teas of different colours and their benefits. Which one is your favourite? Let us know in the comments!