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Oolong Tea Ceremony

Did you know that drinking tea, especially Oolong tea, is rich in history and culture of Ancient China? During ancient times, Oolong teas, originally grown in the Fujian province of China, are drank ceremoniously, much like how the Japanese ceremoniously drink their tea. Originally enjoyed only at the emperor’s table during the Ming dynasty, people have caught up with the habit of tea drinking later on and caught fire especially during the Sung dynasty, where the ceremonial drinking was abandoned to a more relaxed and informal setting. Oolong tea was traditionally served on a clay teapot filled with dragon designs, as the Chinese believe that the dragon brings about good tidings. They use a smaller cup than what we use today, and their cup does not have a handle either, so as to make the palms warm while drinking the tea. This is because China has always been a cold country, and at the very least, tea drinking is a way to fight off the bitter cold that envelops their country.

Oolong teabags have lots of polyphenols that destroy harmful free radicals and ward off sickness. Studies have also shown that drinking Oolong Tea regularly also prevents cancer and diabetes. It also makes teeth stronger and prevents cavities. It can also be taken by those who had just gone through surgery or women who had given birth, as polyphenols help fight off infection. Those seeking to lose weight can also enjoy drinking Oolong tea as it lowers the cholesterol level of the person. However, it may not be taken together with weight-loss prescription pills like Orlistat.

Oolong Tea General Indication

Persons who are suffering from caffeine overdose or taking weight-loss prescription drugs must not take Oolong tea.

05-02-2010

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