The benefits of white tea
White tea for health
Immune system
White tea is often associated with the "Elixir of Immortality." Thanks to its many antioxidants, white tea helps the body defend itself against any possible external attack. It helps improve natural defenses . It also proves to be particularly effective during winter by boosting the immune system. It prevents infections.
In Chinese medicine, this beverage is commonly used to relieve high fever. White tea acts directly on the bacteria responsible for the illness by strengthening antibodies. As a compress, white tea also helps heal everyday wounds more easily. In conclusion, it is excellent for health and is also said to have beneficial effects on life expectancy .
Fat burner
White tea is an excellent fat burner . Indeed, it stimulates and promotes energy production. As a result, it promotes the elimination of toxins in the body and quickly helps you lose weight. Due to its high catechin content, it allows you to space out meals and thus say goodbye to snacking: it has a real appetite suppressant effect . It provides, among other things, positive effects on the metabolism which contributes to the reduction of calories and fat.
Oral health
White tea is rich in fluoride , which prevents cavities and protects teeth from plaque and bad breath. Fluoride also makes the surface of teeth more resistant to sugar and acids. Thanks to its anti-inflammatory properties , white tea helps reduce gum infections, for a healthier and healthier mouth.
Reproductive health
Several studies have demonstrated positive effects on male reproductive health . The antioxidants present in white tea are believed to help protect the male reproductive organ. It also acts as a barrier to oxidative stress. White tea contributes to sperm motility.
Brain health
White tea has many positive effects on brain health . Thanks to theanine, it also improves concentration and mood while reducing stress. It has many benefits for morale. In addition, it can significantly improve memory. It fights Alzheimer's disease and boosts cognitive abilities.
Heart health and cholesterol
It helps lower bad cholesterol and increase good cholesterol . It has powerful effects on heart health, stroke prevention, blood sugar levels, and high blood pressure thanks to its catechins. The heart is protected.
White tea for skin
Anti-aging
White tea is the world's most powerful antioxidant . Its polyphenols, three times more present than in green tea, protect skin cells against free radicals responsible for aging and their degradation. The catechins in white tea also ensure the maintenance of collagen and elastin in the skin, for supple and firm skin for longer. In one study, scientists also discovered that white tea protects the skin against the harmful effects of the sun's ultraviolet rays. White tea is therefore the essential ally to delay skin aging and protect it from external aggressions .
Moisturizer
White tea helps maintain good skin hydration . Used in cosmetics in our Léonia skincare products, it is perfect for morning application as a makeup base and evening application to renew your skin overnight. With its high concentration of antioxidants , white tea helps prolong the youthfulness of the skin by preserving its elastic fibers. Ideal for supple and firm skin, it also brings radiance to dull skin. And soothes the most fragile skin. Applied to the rest of the body and the décolleté, white tea helps to enhance and nourish the skin in depth . All while limiting the appearance of new signs of aging.
White tea promotes a healthy level of hyaluronic acid , a moisturizing substance recognized in cosmetics. This acid is already present in many tissues of the body such as the skin and joints. As we age, the concentration of hyaluronic acid decreases, hence the importance of preserving it.
Anti-acne and anti-blemish
Antioxidants are also a powerful ally against acne. They help regulate excess toxins in the body and skin. Drinking white tea daily helps detoxify the body. Used in cosmetics, white tea helps regulate excess sebum and fade various scars and spots caused by acne. It also tightens enlarged pores on the face, resulting in softer skin and an even skin texture.
White tea and pregnancy?
When you are pregnant, you need to hydrate more than average to eliminate toxins. It is therefore recommended to drink at least one and a half liters of water per day . Tea is also recommended. This helps make the skin more elastic, improves transit and protects the probiotics of the intestinal flora. It also diffuses a good number of nutrients and vitamins necessary for the body and delivers essential contributions to the baby. As mentioned previously, it is important not to drink white tea during meals to avoid iron absorption. In conclusion, white tea is neither harmful to the baby nor to the mother, quite the contrary!
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