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Published:
February 21, 2023

Tea For Dummies

Overview

Soothe the body, mind, spirit, and senses—with tea

Tea For Dummies is your guide to enjoying the delicate flavors and health benefits of the world’s second most popular beverage. This book helps novices and connoisseurs alike step confidently into the vast, versatile world of tea. Learn which teas are right for you and brew the perfect cup. We’ll also look at the research on tea’s benefits, including lower blood pressure, reduced stress, lessened risk of cancer and cognitive decline, and easier weight management. Where is tea grown? How is it processed? What’s the best way of incorporating tea into a healthy lifestyle? How is tea enjoyed

around the world? Dummies answers all your tea questions, so you can enjoy every sip.

  • Learn the basics of tea production and preparation
  • Discover the varieties of tea and get to know their effects
  • Develop a deep knowledge of tea to enhance the experience of drinking or serving it
  • Maximize the mental and physical health benefits of herbal and caffeinated teas

This compendium of tea wisdom is perfect for anyone looking for a deeper enjoyment and appreciation of tea. We’ll help you figure out where to start with tea, and if you’re already part of the tea fan club, we’ll inspire and fascinate you even more.

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About The Author

Lisa McDonald is one of a handful of European-trained tea sommeliers in the U.S. and the owner of TeaHaus in Ann Arbor, MI (teahaus.com), an acclaimed tea shop where customers can find over 200 varieties of tea.

Jill Rheinheimer, an editor and graphic designer, writes a research-based blog about all things tea (ItsMoreThanTea.wordpress.com) as well as educational and marketing material for TeaHaus.

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CHEAT SHEET

Although there are literally thousands of teas and herbal teas, figuring out where to start doesn’t need to be daunting! All tea is made from the same plant, Camellia sinensis; everything else is an herbal tea. There is so much to learn about each of these types — but there truly is something for every taste.Different types of teasWithin the Camellia sinensis family, you can find the following, with each type of tea offering a full spectrum of flavors: Black tea Green tea Oolong tea White tea Fermented tea Tea blends (including blends of different teas and teas with inclusions) The number of herbal teas is practically unlimited.

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Listen to the article:Download audio No matter what you’ve heard, brewing loose tea is easy. It requires only a few pieces of equipment that you likely already own, and then you simply brew your leaves.With our tips, you can brew any tea and get terrific results. Of course, you’ll want to experiment a bit for your personal preference, but that’s part of the fun!
Listen to the article:Download audio Although you may hear that green tea is better for you because the catechins (the most common flavanol — a tannin and antioxidant) haven’t been converted into more complex forms, don’t immediately throw out the black tea that you love and switch to green tea! Both green and black tea have antioxidant properties.
Although there are literally thousands of teas and herbal teas, figuring out where to start doesn’t need to be daunting! All tea is made from the same plant, Camellia sinensis; everything else is an herbal tea. There is so much to learn about each of these types — but there truly is something for every taste.Different types of teasWithin the Camellia sinensis family, you can find the following, with each type of tea offering a full spectrum of flavors: Black tea Green tea Oolong tea White tea Fermented tea Tea blends (including blends of different teas and teas with inclusions) The number of herbal teas is practically unlimited.
Listen to the article:Download audio Tea. It’s as simple as boiling water, pouring it over leaves, taking a couple minutes to relax, and straining out the leaves. One cup of the perfect tea can hook you for a lifetime. ©Johnalexandr / Adobe StockBut if you are trying to get into tea, you’ll probably want to hold off on some teas.
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