Sip a cup of tea with your mom on International Tea Day. Tea helps take the chill off on a cold winter\u2019s day. It\u2019s also a good way to boost your health. These are five popular teas and their health benefits.<\/p>\n
Black Tea<\/strong><\/p>\n Black tea, white tea, and green tea all come from camellia sinensis. Their differences come down to processing. White tea is harvested young and barely processed. Green tea isn\u2019t oxidized like black tea is.<\/p>\n Black tea has been linked to a lowered risk of certain skin cancers. It\u2019s also been linked to a lower risk of breast cancer. A British study found tea drinkers had higher bone mineral density. Tea drinkers were also found to have lower rates of rheumatoid arthritis.<\/p>\n Ginger Tea<\/strong><\/p>\n Ginger has anti-inflammatory properties. It\u2019s been found to help ease arthritis pain and inflammation. A 2012 study found that ginger extract helped with inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis as well as steroids do. It\u2019s also been found to help lower the risk of stomach ulcers. It can also help ease nausea.<\/p>\n Purchase ginger tea in powder form or make your own using dried ginger root. Many retailers sell a tea mix that blends powdered ginger root and crystallized honey. This slightly sweet, spicy beverage can be made with hot water or over ice for a refreshing iced tea.<\/p>\n Green Tea<\/strong><\/p>\n Green tea leaves haven\u2019t been oxidized like black tea. Grind green tea into a fine powder and you get Matcha. Studies have found that green tea helps lower the risk of cancer, heart disease, and liver disease.<\/p>\n Matcha has become popular in the past few years. It makes great lattes, but it\u2019s also versatile and can be added to batters for cakes, cookies, and muffins.<\/p>\n