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Shangers Teaopolis Ltd. is hosting a new competition to win a Princess Teana Party Pack!. Check it out at www.princessteana.com!
Are you interested in placing an order? Tea Connexions and its independent distributor members ensure that your orders are processed simply and safely. Through our system of localized distribution, you have the opportunity to order from your nearest distributor for prompt, courteous, and cheerful service. Local service benefits you because it decreases shipping time and costs. It also benefits you because you are not dealing with a head office in another state or country, but a local representative better able to serve your needs, answer your questions, and address any concerns you may have. Many of our distributors offer gift-wrapping and other gift giving services to facilitate your gift giving needs. To find out about these services, simply call your nearest distributor or send them an e-mail. To find your nearest distributor, please visit www.leaftea.com.
Have you tried any of our teas from our distributors? If so, we'd like to hear from you!! Tell us what you think about our tea products and we can feature your testimonial in our future Tea4Free news! Send your comments to teazine@teaconnexions.com, with subject heading Tea Testimonial.
We look forward to giving away many more cups of FREE tea. Remember our motto:
Gourmet Teas. Beautiful Packaging. Superior Service. Exceptional Value.
Yours sincerely,
Sanjay Gupta
Tea
Connexions
P. S. Feel free to share this newsletter with your friends and family.
To date nearly $9,828 worth of FREE gourmet teas beautifully packaged has been given away to tea lovers throughout North America . That is enough to make nearly 91,400 cups of free tea. WOW!
Our winners this month are: Jailyn B from NV and Marcus A from BC - Congratulations!
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Studies carried out at the USDA Beltsville Human Nutritional Research Centre in Maryland tested various tea extracts on fat cells taken from rats to see if they had a favorable effect on insulin. The fat cells were grown in a lab and fed tea extracts, insulin and radioactive sugar. The chemical epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) most enhanced insulin. When green tea is oxidized into oolong and black tea, EGCG forms polyphenols, which are strong antioxidants. Black, green and oolong teas improved insulin activity the most. Adding milk diminished the teas positive effect on the insulin. The increase that occurs could shed some light on why tea is said to help avoid heart disease and high blood pressure. Medindia.net says the study found that insulin activity increased more than 15 times. Details of the study are featured in the book "The Sugar Solution" by Sari Harrar, Julia Vantine, and Prevention magazine editors.
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With all the talk these days about how changes in the type of water we drink could be affecting our fluoride intake, it's nice to find out that tea is an excellent natural source. It's been added to water and toothpaste for a very long time, but tea also another great way to reinforce tooth enamel. It can also help prevent cavities by reducing plaque build-up on your teeth. Tea plants are loaded with fluoride that is extracted from the soil by the roots. Black and green teas cut down on plaque as the fluoride seems to cut down on bacterial growth.
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-> Use chilled Chamomile tea bags to reduce puffy eyes!
-> The tea bag was invented purely by accident by American tea importer Thomas Sullivan in 1908. He used silk bags to send samples of his tea out to customers. His customers put the bags into the pot and brewed tea, thinking that was their intended use.
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Tea lovers will appreciate the smoky undertones of this delicately sweet dressing. Toss it with mixed greens or spoon it over grilled chicken and spinach salad.
Ingredients:
1 tbsp (15 mL) darjeeling or orange pekoe tea
2 tsp (10 mL) liquid honey
2 tbsp (30 mL) sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar
1/4 tsp (1 mL) each salt and pepper
1/4 cup (60 mL) extra-virgin olive oil
Directions:
1. In small heatproof bowl, pour 1/4 cup (60 mL) boiling water over tea; cover and let steep until cool. Strain into bowl, discarding leaves.
2. Whisk in honey, vinegar, salt and pepper until honey is dissolved. Gradually whisk in oil. For thicker dressing, chill in refrigerator; whisk before using. Makes about 1/2 cup (125 mL) or enough for 8 cups salad greens or 4 servings.
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Today Show Food Editor Phil Lempert has talked about what many of us already knew, white tea offers even more cancer-fighting antioxidant agents than green tea according to scientific studies. With white tea sales going through the roof, many manufacturers are jumping on the health-conscious food and beverage bandwagon, so it only makes sense to review the many benefits of white tea.
Phil Lempert points out that white tea is sometimes referred to as the "Rolls Royce" of the tea family. The leaves are harvested before they are fully opened, and the name white tea refers to fine white hair that covers the buds of the tea plant. White tea undergoes minimal processing, with a light, sweet flavor. It contains less caffeine than black (40 mg) or green (20 mg) tea at 15 mg per serving. It is recommended that it be served "as is", with no milk or sugar. The Today Show food critic compares the addition of milk and sweetener to adding Coca-Cola to a single-malt whisky. Its health benefits have been said to include cancer prevention, lower blood pressure, lower cholesterol, stronger bones, improved immune function, healthier teeth and gums, and healthier skin. Other possible benefits include reduced blood sugar, prevention of diabetes, stress reduction and revitalization.
For the spring season, give a cup of tea! That's why this month we have great gift ideas!
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Darjeeling Organic Green Tea’s unfermented leaf differentiates
it from black teas, which rely upon fermentation for their flavour.
Research has proven the health-giving benefits of antioxidants,
like those found in tea. The mellow taste Darjeeling Organic
Green Tea makes becoming healthier sheer pleasure. (100 grams/3.5
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The “Green Pearls” or Darjeeling Gunpowder Tea leaves
are unfermented. Gently steamed within hours of plucking, leaves
are skilfully rolled into tight small pellets resembling gunshot.
Gun powder tea maintains its delicate flavour and aroma far
longer than other green teas. Rich in fluoride, calcium, and
antioxidants, Gun Powder tea is known for its strong bitter
taste, which is why coffee drinkers readily switch to green
tea. This dark tea is best without milk. (100 grams/3.5 ounces)
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Organic Darjeeling Green tea is made from the unfermented leaf.
This makes it different from black teas, where the characteristic
of flavor and taste are the result of fermentation. Green teas
have a mellow taste and formula and are best suited without
milk. Ingredients: 100% Pure Organic Darjeeling tea. (25 Individually
Wrapped Tea Bags)
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Organic agriculture specialists and our proud farmers carefully
select premium organic green tea leaves and these fresh spring
crops are immediately transformed to tea bag cut. Organic Green
Tea is emerald green in color and has a fresh aroma. (24 bags
– 48g/1.68oz)
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Cultivated on nutrient-rich farmland in a special climate zone
in China, Sweet Green Tea consists of puerile green tea sprouts
chosen for their youthful properties and natural sweet taste.
This healthy green tea is sweet tasting and yet is completely
sugar free. Chinese herbalists designate this tea as being safe
for diabetics and those who enjoy a less bitter cup of healthy
green tea. Sweet Green Tea is a completely new product to North
America and is presently only offered by Tea Connexions. (Steep
longer for sweeter taste). (20 bags- 36g/1.26oz)
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The articles are everywhere - Green tea has amazing properties that can prevent cancer, promote pregnancy, even clean your teeth. Whenever you hear about the origins of tea, your likely to hear about Camellia sinensis, the bush responsible for green, black and red teas. The dried leaves produce many of our favourite tea beverages. Each colour of tea is produced using a different process. Green tea is created by steaming the leaves to prevent oxidation before being rolled and dried. Black and red teas originate when oxidation occurs as temperature and humidity are controlled during production before leaves are dried. Black tea is oxidized more than red.
Green tea has been cited as good at keeping cholesterol at a reduced level, reducing blood pressure, acting as a blood thinner, reducing the risk of heart attack, decreasing risk of stroke, cancer, boosting longevity, enhancing immune functions, and aiding digestion.
With all the studies and possible health benefits that we hear about every day, how do we wade through the landslide of information and make a decision. The polyphenols in tea have been shown during research to produce antioxidants, which wipe out free radicals. These free radicals can eventually lead to cancer. A new green tea extract product being developed may help women's fertility. We've all heard that green tea helps you to lose weight (although the old saying about having too much of anything is something to keep in mind here), it has less caffeine than other types of tea and much less than coffee. The studies may change almost every day, but the point has been made in many people's opinions. Green tea is good for you, and scientific proof or not, there are almost endless health benefits worth personally investigating!
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Cinnamon and Mint - common colds, fever or chest congestion, nervous system and memory (appetite stimulant)
Ginger, Cardamom, and Chamomile - helpful with stomach disorders like nervous stomach, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach cramps, hay fever and other digestive disorders (Ginger also helps with sore throats and migraines and helps improve circulation while Chamomile is an antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, promotes soothing, drying, anti-flatulence, and healing )
Strawberry - effective in cleansing the body off toxins and relaxes suffering from joint problems like arthritis and rheumatism; they also increases appetite and relieves sore throat
Masala - quick rejuvenation
Pineapple - the fruit acts as an anti-inflammatory and stimulates blood circulation and digestion. Contains an enzyme that helps healing and weight loss
Apple -stimulates digestion and lowers cholesterol
Black Currant -helps diarrhea
Lemon -lowers fever, kills bacteria, and stimulates the appetite
Rose - constipation
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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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-> You can never get a cup of tea large enough or a book long enough to suit me. - C.S. Lewis
-> Tea is liquid wisdom. - Anonymous
-> Remember the tea kettle - it is always up to its neck in hot water, yet it still sings! - Author Unknown
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 This issue of Tea 4 Free News - was written by Mary-Ellen Tessier. It is with great pride that I take on the duties of preparing the Tea4Free newsletter. I have loved many different types of tea all my life, so much so, that I opened my own tea business to support my habit! I also began to experiment with many new varieties over the last several years in an effort to improve my health and it's working exceptionally well! I feel better than I have in a long time. I hope my background in media, my many computer related positions and my experiences in the tea business help me to keep TEA4FREE TEAming with everything that interests you! Have a tea for me!. If you want to share any ideas or thoughts please email me directly.
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The Sugar Solution” by Sari Harrar, Julia Vantine, and the editors of Prevention magazine
http://www.medindia.net
http://www.tea.co.uk/index.php?pgId=58
http://myteaguide.com/7-herbal-teas-and-their-health-benefits/#more-5
http://www.naturallydirect.net/herb-blood-pressure.htm
Food Immunity Profile – Gemoscan International
http://www.java-n-jazz.com/tea.html
http://msnbc.msn.com/id/11944323/
http://www.whiteteaguide.com/whiteteahealthbenefits.htm
Stacey Bowman, TheSoko.com
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