As of July 1, we mark our first anniversary in our new location in Kingston, ON. Last year at this time, we were getting ready to move out of our hotel that we had been in for most of June. It has been a busy year since. I must admit, I am looking forward to a more relaxing summer; last year was stressful and hectic becuase we were trying to get set up and caught up. I learned alot from our cross country move. If you ever plan on moving your business cross country, I have loads of advice I can give and hopefully can help you avoid some of the mistakes we made. At the end of the day, the key to success in life is always learning from one's mistakes. This, my friends, is wisdom. I think I am a littler wiser and greyer now...LOL. :-)
Perhaps the highlight of the past year is the World Tea Expo. We had a great show and it was so much fun meeting and greeting customers and prospective customers at our booth. We are busy following up with all the great contacts made at the show. My seminar was a hit, though I was very nervous and didn't finish it all. By the way, if you attended my seminar and want to hear the rest of it or ask questions, I am happy to chat with you. Just call me at the office, 613-887-2344 ext. 111.
As a final note, please visit Healthy Cup to learn more about our Organic Tea Club.
Yours sincerely,
Sanjay Gupta
Tea
Connexions
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apnea, researchers found that when they added green tea to rats' drinking water, it seemed to protect the animals'
brains from the damaging effects of lack of oxygen on the brain.
The results hint that green tea compounds could be useful as a potential Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) therapy
according to the report featured in the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine. The common
disorder in which soft tissues in the throat temporarily collapse and block the airway during sleep, causes repeated stops and starts in breathing throughout the night. Symptoms include chronic loud snoring and gasping, daytime
sleepiness, and if untreated, has been linked to high blood pressure and studies show lack of oxygen may lead to
memory and learning difficulties.
The study, designed To see whether catechin polyphenols could help shield the brain from oxygen deprivation was
carried out by Dr. David Gozal and colleagues at the University of Louisville School of Medicine in Kentucky. These green tea compounds act as antioxidants, helping to neutralize cell damaging particles called oxygen free radicals. These normal byproducts of metabolism, in excess, lead to a state known as oxidative stress.
Cognitive problems experienced by some people with this sleep disorder have been attributed to oxidative stress.
During the course of the study, rats were exposed to sporadic bouts of lack of oxygen over 14 days, and those
provided water containing these green tea polyphenols did not experience oxidative stress and even performed better
on learning and memory tests. This was not the case for those not given the green tea compounds.
Dr. David Gozal says in theory, a regular cup of green tea could be beneficial, in combination with standard OSA
treatment. Definitive proof would have to be provided by trials in human patients.
3. Tea Cuts Cancer Risk in Smokers Drinking tea (as well as eating fruits and vegetables rich in flavonoids) may help protect smokers against lung
cancer, according to researchers from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Flavonoids are water-
soluble plant pigments that have antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties that can reverse damage to tissues. A study of the dietary habits of smokers with and without lung cancer helped the UCLA team make their conclusion.
The most effective flavonoids were found in green and black teas, strawberries, brussel sprouts, apples, beans and
onions. Since 90 percent of lung cancers are caused by tobacco smoking, the findings published in the recent issue
of "Cancer" are significant.
Dr. Zuo-Feng Zhang, a researcher at UCLA's Jonsson Cancer Centre, says several larger studies are needed to confirm
the findings, and though he is hesitant to make diet recommendations, "it's not a bad idea for everyone to eat more
fruits and vegetables and drink more tea."
Flavonoids may protect against lung cancer by stopping the development of blood vessels that tumors need to grow and spread, a process called angiogenesis, Dr. Zhang said. They may also stop cancer cells from growing, allowing a
naturally programmed cell death, or apoptosis, to occur.
Flavonoids' antioxidant properties may also counteract the damage tobacco smoke does to DNA, Zhang said, noting that flavonoids affect the development of lung cancer in smokers but not in nonsmokers. He said "The naturally occurring chemicals may be working to reduce the damage caused by smoking.
Further studies are planned to narrow down what particular vegetables, fruits and teas are most effective, and
number of servings required is planned.
Chinese Organic Mango Green Tea Bags (24)
The refreshing taste of mango fruit is combined with certified organic green tea to produce a revitalizing cup of
tea that is high in antioxidants and bursting with flavor.
Organic ingredients: green tea, mango fruit, natural mango flavor.
To find your nearest distributor, please visit www.leaftea.com
Earl Grey Tea Bags (25)
Fine Darjeeling tea flavored with Bergamot oil (Mediterranean citrus) yields a world famous tea with a delicate
Liqueur and exceptional fragrance. Ingredients: Darjeeling tea, Bergamot Oil.
To find your nearest distributor, please visit www.leaftea.com
Silver White Tips Loose Tea
Darjeeling Silver White Tips are delicate new buds plucked before they open. They are withered to allow the natural
moisture to evaporate and then are gently dried. The curled up buds have a silvery/white appearance and give a pale,
straw colored liquor. It has a nice subtle flavor and aroma. Its health benefits are similar to green tea. This tea
is best suited without milk. (100 grams/3.5 ounces)
To find your nearest distributor, please visit www.leaftea.com
Gun Powder Green Darjeeling Loose Tea
Darjeeling Gunpowder, also known as "Green Pearls", is a type of Green tea made from the unfermented leaf. These
leaves are gently steamed within hours of being plucked, then skillfully rolled into tight small pellets. After the
drying process, these pellets look remarkably like gunshot or gunpowder giving the tea its descriptive name. This
process preserves its delicate flavor and aroma far longer than other green teas. Rich in fluoride, calcium, and
Antioxidants, it is well known for its strong bitter taste, and is often enjoyed by coffee drinkers who are
Switching to green tea. This tea is best suited without milk. (100 grams/3.5 ounces)
To find your nearest distributor, please visit www.leaftea.com
5. Want Better Skin? Drink Some Green Tea! You've probably heard the saying its what's inside that counts. If you drink green tea, Nutrition Expert Liz Lipski
says it has anti-inflammatory properties, and it's protective to the cell membrane. Liz continues that it may even
help prevent skin cancer. A recent study in the Archives of Dermatology backs this up. It shows that whether taken
orally or applied to the skin, green tea can reduce the risk of damage from UV light (such as the the burning rays
of the sun), potentially reducing the risk of skin cancer.
Samantha Heller, a clinical nutritionist a NYU Medical Center in New York City, says the healthier the foods you
consume, the better your skin will look. She adds that the polyphenols in green tea have anti-inflammatory
properties that may be beneficial to your skin's overall health.
2 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
2 tablespoons finely ground Earl Grey tea leaves, (from about 8 bags)
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 (8 ounce) sticks unsalted butter, softened
1/2 cup confectioner's sugar
1 tablespoon finely grated orange zest
Directions:
Whisk together flour, tea, and salt in a small bowl; set aside.
Put butter, sugar, and zest in the bowl of an electric mixer. Mix on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 3
minutes. Reduce speed to low; slowly mix in flour mixture until just combined.
Divide dough in half. Transfer each half to a piece of parchment paper; shape into logs. Roll in parchment to 1 1/4
inches in diameter, pressing a ruler along edge of parchment at each turn to narrow log and force out air. Transfer
in parchment to paper-towel tubes; freeze 1 hour.
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Cut logs into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Space 1 inch apart on parchment-lined baking
sheets. Bake until edges turn golden, 13 to 15 minutes. Let cool on sheets on wire racks.
7. Fight Bacteria with White Tea White Tea is gaining popularity due to its mild taste and its additional amount of antioxidant power when compared
With green tea. The leaves and buds used to make white tea undergo less processing than green tea leaves and as a
result retain more antioxidant power. While both beverages contain cancer-fighting antioxidants called polyphenols,
studies have also found that the polypenols in white tea may help fight some common bacterial infections, including
strep and staph.
8. TEA-mates Tea Connexions is dedicated to providing the highest quality gourmet teas. Packaged beautifully, they make an ideal gift for tea lovers, health enthusiasts, and connoisseurs of fine art. Our mission is to offer you beautifully packaged gourmet teas distributed by an elite group of independent distributors that offer you superior service and exceptional value. Your satisfaction is assured; all of our products carry a 100% money back guarantee.
More than 100 distributors look forward to serving your tea and gift giving needs. For an updated list, visit www.tea4free.com/tea-mates.html. If a distributor is not in your immediate area, please choose the closest distributor. Please note, this list represents distributors whose online stores are live and active; missing are distributors whose stores are still under construction.
To choose your nearest distributor, using a clickable image map, visit www.leaftea.com/teastore.html.
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9. Tea Tip - Boost Your Compost with Leftover Tea
-> Pour some cups of tea into the compost to accelerate the decomposition and create acid rich compost.
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This issue of Tea 4 Free News - was written by Mary-Ellen Tessier. I recently returned from my trip to the World
Tea Expo in Las Vegas. The show was a great success and as always reminded me why I am so passionate about tea. How could a person not be so excited about a product that has so many variations and has an endless list of health
benefits!
There are so many perspectives on what the ultimate tea experience is and most interestingly, as diverse as they
are, for each attendee and exhibitor, their take on tea is what keeps them focused on why they want to be part of
this ever expanding industry. I met lots of interesting people, heard lots of interesting stories, purchased a few
tea related items, and had some books about tea autographed by their authors.
People often ask me, "after being in the business for a while, do you think you are any less passionate about tea?" My answer, Absolutely Not! If anything, whenever I see an exciting new variety of tea (like our four new flavors of Chinese Organic Tea) or an interesting new product (like our great Silk Bag Merchandisers), I feel like I'm back at the very first show I attended where my fascination with all things began to explode. As I drink my cup of Oolong tea writing this, I smile and marvel at the many wonderful experiences I have had so far, and dream about many more to come!
Send your stories to mary-ellen@teaconnexions.com.
