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Different regions around the world produce different teas with distinct flavor profiles. These regions include India, Ceylon, China, and South Africa. The most commonly consumed, manufactured, and most oxidized tea is Black.  Ceylon teas are grown on the hillsides of Sri Lanka. These teas produce a rich golden liquor with and exceptional flavor profile.   Assam teas are grown in the Northeast section of India. These teas are strong and full-bodied teas with a rich and robust flavor. Many tea lovers have switched to Assam tea as their morning wake-me-up-tea for their robust flavor.      Darjeeling produces the highest quality...

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Begin with the right amount of loose leaf tea. Too much leaf will make the tea bitter and too little leaf will have no flavor. Always steep your tea according to the directions.    The temperature of the water for the different varieties of tea is very important. Black tea requires boiling water at 212º F. Green tea water temperature should be 170º F to 185º F. You should never pour boiling water over green tea, it will singe the leaves and create a bitter brew. Bring the water to the recommended temperature and let it sit for a minute before pouring over...

Black tea has high levels of polyphenols, an antioxidant that helps protect your cells from DNA damage related to tobacco or other toxic chemicals. A lot of research is still required but, studies have shown that the antioxidant polyphenol and catechins in tea may help prevent certain types of cancer.  Black tea can lower your risk of Diabetes based on a research study of elderly people. They discovered that those drinking black tea on a long term basis, about 1 to 2 cups a day, had a 70% lower chance of having or developing type 2 diabetes.  Black tea consumed...