BIBLICAL BEAUTY: BEAUTY IN A CUP, continued

Yummmmm.....

A Matcha Green Tea Latte not only tastes good, the goodness is infinitesimal. Did I mention that Matcha Green Tea boosts metabolism which aids in weight loss?

Okay, where was I??? Oh yes, TEA, divine, elegant and more often than not, therapeutic and medicinal.

NILGIRI TEA

I mentioned above that I love Jamaican Blue Mountain Coffee, well there is a Tea counterpart. Nilgiri Tea grown in the Nilgiri hills, so called “The Blue Mountain”, situated in the South India is another very popular spots sheltering numerous of beautiful tea gardens. The hilly landscape of Nilgiri , unlike Darjeeling and Assam, grows Tea plants all over the year. At Nilgiri the tea is grown at the elevation of around 1,000 meters to 2,500 meters. The major teas produced on the Nilgiri hills are the Oolong and black tea. The favourable climatic conditions, makes Nilgiri a truly unique tea.

The tea is produced on the Coonoor Estate in the Nilgiri hills in the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu. To date Nilgiri tea has really only been known to connoisseurs actively seeking out teas from this particular region, but now it will be available to us all in small, whole leaf batches. At its best when brewed with a tablespoon of tea for two and a half minutes and drunk without milk, it has a rich flavor with hints of malt, caramel and orange peel - it really is absolutely delicious.

Nilgiri Tea Benefits: Health

A few health benefits associated with Nilgiri tea are:

The tea is believed to contain antioxidants, subsequently assisting in lowering down the cholesterol level.

This beverage is known to be quite successful in preventing asthmatic attacks, as the tea is enriched with caffeine which helps in clearing the air passages.

People suffering from diabetes are sure to benefit from the intake of this black tea, where the sugar level is expected to go down.

There is a great possibility with respect to osteoporosis prevention where the bone density of an individual would be improved as a result of black tea consumption.

This black tea is supposed to enhance the mental alertness of an individual.

Problem of heart attack would be avoided as a result of intake of Nilgiri tea.

Health Benefits found on http://www.ifood.tv/network/nilgiri_tea

Also fabulous go to website for all things pertaining to tea is .http://jingtea.com

One more tea from which I have obtained outstanding results is

SENNA LEAF TEA.

Can we talk freely? Elimination! Even the best diet habits may require a little help. Well, SENNA LEAF TEA provides just that in SMALL QUANTITIES. Through trial and error, I have discovered what amount works for me. Early on, I spent many a night in the Loo for hours. That’s why Senna Leaf Tea is “affectionately” called the “Dieter’s Tea,” "Smooth Move" and "Ballerina's Tea."

Senna is a primary component of many commercial colon cleansers and diet pills. In tea form, Senna is available as a single herb, or as part of a blend of complementary digestive herbs. Warning: Do not use Senna often. It is only meant to be imbibed on an as per needed basis.

Smooth Move Herbal Stimulant Laxative Tea which is senna leaf tea, a naturally sweet tea is a very gentle natural laxative if used correctly. Drink 1 cup at night before bed, no later than 8 or 9 pm as you don’t want it to affect you as you go to work. Senna generally takes anywhere between 8-10 hours. Use your discretion with this, if you are eliminating with no problems then I wouldn’t use it everyday. It will affect everyone differently so please use your own judgment on drinking it daily. DO NOT ADD ANY SWEETENER to the tea (no sugar, honey or artificial sweetener)!