by Veronica Karr on October 14, 2010
The blog is back up after  a few months of hiatus! While I cannot divulge the details as to why it was down (let’s just say moving boxes, too much stress, and redecorating have a lot to do with it), the important thing is the site has returned, and I’ll be back to giving more healthy tea information for weight loss, wellness, and just pure drinking enjoyment.
But first, a recap. If you’re new, you might be wondering, “Why Oolong Tea?” Well, for starters, I just love it. I love the aroma, the mild flavor, and the overall feeling I get when I drink it. And hey, for a mom of one very active baby boy, I can tell you that the tea also relaxes my mind after a long day of work and baby care.
Above all else however, I’ve always learned about Oolong Tea’s health and weight loss benefits. And to mark the return of the website online, here’re some quick Oolong Tea truths, and Oolong Tea myths that need to be watched out for!
Truth – Oolong tea definitely helps in weight loss. Aside from the common observation that tea drinking countries, such as Japan and China, have very low obesity rates and have a high percentage of healthy citizens, there have also been scientific studies that showed how Oolong tea actually increases metabolism, blocks fat absorption, and burns fat. In essence, it is a natural energizer, fat blocker, and slimming agent!
Myth – Oolong tea is not the only tea that does this. While I prefer Oolong tea because of personal reasons, you might have encountered a lot of oolong tea products online that say “this tea is better than that tea!” This is not always the case. Some teas will work better than others, and you’ll see here, that even if my blog named Oolong, that I also feature a lot of information about other teas as well!
Truth – Oolong tea is a very effective fat blocker. In fact, in Asia, many people drink oolong tea whenever they eat greasy and fatty food. At first, this was just a common belief among them, but scientists have since proven that it is indeed a good natural fat blocker. According to many studies, oolong tea’s fat blocking effects can, at maximum, double the amount of fat expelled by the body. This along with proper dieting and exercise can produce very good weight loss results!
Myth – Oolong tea is the best solution to lose weight, and no other thing is necessary. This, is not true. Definitely not true. While oolong tea can definitely assist in losing weight and blocking fat, this is by no means an excuse to keep on eating very fatty foods, or neglecting exercise and proper dieting. It is a good enhancer, not a silver bullet. So when you see “this oolong tea product is a quick, easy, and cheap way to lose fat!” on the ads you see online, be very careful in heeding their words.
Truth – Oolong tea reduces bad cholesterol levels. This is true. Some studies done in China and Japan have pointed out that drinking oolong tea on a regular basis can revitalize internal organs, and actually reduce bad cholesterol levels. This can help in maintaining the integrity of the heart, reduce the risk of various diseases, and even in maintaining the figure.
Myth – Oolong tea is a good substitute for heart medication. This is false. VERY FALSE. Some oolong tea products will give this tone, and sadly, some fall for it with very bad consequences. While oolong tea is a good helper, again, like in fat blocking, oolong tea is not a silver bullet.
So there you have it, a few oolong tea facts to mark the return of my blog! Tune in for other tea updates, facts, and news clips!
by Veronica Karr on July 16, 2010
Green Tea Can Help Fight Lung Cancer!
Smoking is very bad for the health, and is one of the leading reasons for lung cancer. Unfortunately, many smokers get hooked to nicotine, and it can be very hard to quit. There isn’t much that can be done aside from stopping, but for those having difficulty doing so, there is a healthy, calming, and relaxing way to help at least fight off lung cancer. And it’s green tea!
Once again, research has found another amazing benefit to drinking this wonder tea! Let’s find out more about green tea’s anti-lung cancer capabilities.
A leading medical university in Taiwan has studied green tea and discovered that it offers some protection against lung cancer, after testing with more than 500 people. Both smokers and non-smokers were discovered to have had their lung cancer risk significantly once they drank at least one cup of green tea per day.
Medical statistics show that Asia, a majority of which drinks green tea on a regular basis, has lower cancer rates than other parts of the world, which has led many to link green tea’s anti-cancer benefits. But studies have also shown that while polyphenols, which are contained in green tea, can stop cancer cells from growing, certain genes in the human body can affect its results.
Studies have shown that green tea drinkers, whether smokers or non-smokers, with certain types of a gene called IGF1 were far less likely to get lung cancer than other green tea drinkers that have different types of this gene.
Nevertheless, it is encouraged that people, especially smokers, drink green-tea on a regular basis, not just because of its anti-cancer benefits, but also because of its ability to help detoxify the body. If you’re a smoker, green tea can help, but remember, it is not an excuse to keep smoking!
[Ed. Note: I have found that green tea combined with other herbs and grasses create formulas that can have increased benefits, aimed at helping improve one's wellness. An example I found is Kyo-green Green Tea, which combines green tea with the nutrients found in wheat grass and barley, and can improve a lot of things like detoxificatoin, digestion, and can even spur some weight loss! I'm not a smoker, but I will try this one out as well.  ]
June 28, 2010
Europe’s equivalent to Asia’s medicinal and healthy teas! When we hear medicinal and healthy teas, the first tea that comes to mind is green tea, and its story of how the Chinese, Japanese, and other oriental countries have used it for centuries to promote longevity, health, and wellness. But a tea that has its roots [...]
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June 17, 2010
There’s more to those teabags than you might think. In our first installment of the uses of used tea bags, I discussed how the tea bags we use can help with some of the negative side effects of minor injuries, and help with some body problems. But there is still much, much more our friendly [...]
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June 14, 2010
Tips On How To Choose The Right Green Tea Cosmetic Product For You Green tea has emerged over the past few years as one of the most beneficial teas for the human body. Its health benefits is astounding, and can greatly help the body in a variety of health related, and even weight related issues. [...]
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June 10, 2010
There’s more to those teabags than you might think. Teas, such as green tea and oolong tea, have some amazing properties when consumed by the body. From improving blood circulation, strengthening the immune system, and aiding in detoxifying and cleansing the body. In fact, some teas, such as Tava Tea, which is a combination of [...]
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June 9, 2010
Not all of them are actually useful! The market is now filled with many so-called natural supplements, that claim to do everything from increase one’s health and well-being, to losing large amounts of weight in short periods of time. However, because the natural supplements are not strictly regulated in the United States, many unscrupulous companies [...]
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June 7, 2010
Eat more and more, but weigh less and less! One of the biggest factors that discourage people from dieting is the fact that they will have to stop eating foods they love. Foods that are a delight on the tastebuds, but a horror for proper weight management. And because engaging in a diet makes people [...]
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June 7, 2010
Beat the needless craving for food using this wonder plant! Many people gain unnecessary weight because when they get a craving for food, they can’t fight it. Most of us eat away because we crave, because we think our body needs it. But there are many reasons why people crave for food, not just hunger! [...]
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June 5, 2010
Will Blueberries Banish Belly Fat? You bet, says researcher E. Mitchell Seymour, MS, of the University of Michigan. His new study shows rats that ate a diet high in blueberries lost abdominal fat – the kind linked to increasing waist size, risk for diabetes and heart disease. Amazingly, this happened even when the rats ate [...]
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