Tea enthusiasts have long appreciated the diverse health benefits hidden within their favourite blends. In this blog, we embark on a journey through a range of ingredients that can bolster heart health and enhance our overall wellbeing.
Tea is renowned for its rich antioxidant content, particularly polyphenols and flavonoids, collectively referred to as phytochemicals. These compounds, also abundant in fruits and vegetables, exhibit health-boosting properties by combating harmful free radicals in the body. Free radicals can cause damage to our body’s cells, playing a role in the development of diseases like heart disease, cancers, and neurodegenerative disorders.
| May reduce blood pressure | Hibiscus flowers, cinnamon bark, bergamot, rosehip shells |
| Rich in Antioxidants | Green tea, Black tea, hibiscus flowers, rosehip shells, rose petals |
| May improve cholesterol | Hibiscus flowers, bergamot, rosehip shells |
| Support heart health through promotion of relaxation | Lavender, chamomile, lemon balm, passionflower |
| May reduce risk of stroke | Black tea |
| Contain galactolipids (cardio-protective effect) | Rosehip shells |
Tea Associates are proud to have crafted a range of tea blends that contain various combinations of these heart-loving ingredients: Bendigo Awakenings, Sencha Sational, Sassy, Bedtime Bouquet, and Parisian Grey.
True heart health encompasses a holistic approach, combining various elements harmoniously. Incorporating fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and tea into our diet every single day, alongside purposeful stress reduction, striving for adequate sleep, and fostering social connections; collectively contributing to a healthier heart, mind, and body.
