White Tea versus Green Tea versus Black Tea

White Tea versus Green Tea versus Black Tea

Many people are surprised to learn that all teas (white, green, oolong, black, pu - erh) come from the leaves of the same plant: Camellia Sinensis. The meteorological conditions, the soil, the varieties of the plant, and especially the way of processing the leaves, all have a major contribution to obtaining various types of tea.

White tea, unlike all other types of tea, is obtained from fresh buds and young leaves of the plant, being fermented very little, and thus retaining its flavor, but especially its properties.

On the other hand, black tea and oolong tea are obtained by drying, crushing, and fermenting the leaves. As previously mentioned, both black tea and green tea come from the same tea plant, Camellia Sinensis.

Whether these tea leaves become green or black tea depends on how they are processed, how the process is completed after the leaves are harvested. Green tea is obtained from tea leaves, which are simply steamed and dried shortly after harvest. Black tea is dry and crushed, which allows the action of enzymes (which occur naturally in tea leaves) to transform some simple green tea catechins into more complex shapes.

These compounds are responsible for the distinct aroma and darker color of black tea. They are also well-known "antioxidants" in tea responsible for much of its benefits.

Green tea and white tea are the least processed teas, being obtained by quickly scalding the leaves.

In terms of caffeine content, white tea is the least rich in caffeine, followed by green and black tea. Studies have shown that white tea contains 2–3 times less caffeine than black tea.

White Tea: Preparation

 White teas are obtained from the buds and young leaves of the tea plant, which are easily scalded to stop the oxidation of polyphenols. For this reason, when we brew white tea, its color will not be very intense, and the taste of tea will be delicate.

To find out what benefits white tea has, it is necessary to know the correct way to infuse it.

For a 250ml cup, we need 2 teaspoons of white tea leaves over which we will add water at a temperature of 70–80ºC, leaving it to infuse for 2 minutes. It is important to know that for the preparation of white tea (green, oolong, black, pu - erh) it is not advisable to use a metal infuser because it oxidizes the tea plant.

For those who want a more aromatic tea, there are various recipes for white tea: white tea with ginger, white tea with ginger and anise, white tea with jasmine.

White tea does not contain a large amount of theine, which has a slightly energizing and protective role.

White Tea Diet

Like green or oolong tea, white tea is recommended to be consumed when we want to lose extra pounds. Detoxification belts with white tea are also famous.

The cure with white tea is easy to follow. Slimming cure with white tea consists of:

• You should drink 3 cups of tea a day, in addition to the recommended 2 liters of water
• Contains active ingredients that inhibit appetite and help you save a precious number of calories
• White tea slows down the process by which adipocytes form fat deposits and accelerate metabolism so that already accumulated fats are melted little by little every day
• White tea is good for weight loss, but the results are seen in time, not instant
• Although there are various white tea capsules on the market, white tea pills, and white tea oil, our recommendation is to use white tea leaves if you want to follow a diet with white tea.

White Tea: Side effects and contraindications

• As with any over-consumed product, drinking white tea can have negative effects. Adverse effects of white tea include:
• Because it contains theine, excessive consumption of white tea is not recommended for people suffering from problems with blood pressure or hypertension.
• People suffering from liver, heart, or diabetes or undergoing treatment can consume white tea only after consulting a specialist.
• In pregnant women, white tea is not recommended during pregnancy, as the caffeine, it contains can cross the placenta and affect the fetus.
• One of the disadvantages of consuming white tea is addressed to those who have problems with iron levels in the body. It is good to avoid drinking white tea very close to or immediately after mealtime. This side effect can be reduced by adding milk to tea.