Oolong Tea is an evergreen shrub clipped to 5 ft (1.5 m) in cultivation, with leathery, dark green leaves and fragrant white flowers, cultivated principally in India, Sri-lanka, Kenya and China.
• Green Tea is recognized as being a much healthier drink than the other tea (black, red, oolong, white).
Tea Colour Relate to the Extent of Processing
A beverage prepared with leaves that have undergone varying degrees of fermentation corresponding to colour differences:
• Black Tea is fully fermented,
• Red Tea is partially fermented,
• Oolong Tea is lightly fermented,
• Green Tea is not fermented at all (without fermentation), but pan-fried and dried and
• White Tea is barely processed.
Plant Description
History
Types & Varieties
Mechanism of Action
Additional Information
Parts Used: leaves, buds.
Directions of Preparation
Recommended Dosage
• Tea contains:
• Xanthines,
• Caffeine (1–5%),
• Theobromine,
• Tannins,
• Polyphenols,
• Flavonoids,
• Fats
• Vitamin C.
• tea contains significant levels of Polyphenols, while Black Tea, which is produced by a process of fermentation, has lower levels.
• Tea leaves (Camellia sinensis) contain many Polyphenols. In addition, all types of tea provide between 100-300 mg of Flavonoids, such as flavon-3-ol, per serving.
Health Benefits of Oolong Tea
Anti-Aging
• Oolong Tea anti-oxidant activities which boost synthesis of Collagen and inhibits Collagen degradation can help slow down the process of aging, reducing the appearance of wrinkles, fine lines, and age spots.
• Oolong Tea anti-oxidants can work to increase elasticity and firmness of Skin, while preventing buildup of glycation in the epidermal layer.
• Glycation of Collagen has been linked to premature aging, more specifically Skin dullness and reduction of Skin elasticity.
• Its beneficial to use as an Anti-Aging product.
Foods & Bones
Cancer & Tumor Prevention
• Oolong Tea which is rich in cancer-fighting Polyphenols, can protect against chemical carcinogens as well as Skin tumors triggered by UV radiation.
• Tea has been linked to the reduction of certain forms of Cancer including breast, colon, esophagus, pancreas, Liver and lung.
Foods & Cancer
Cardiovascular System
• Oolong Tea can significantly reduce Cholesterol levels, and can therefore protect against heart ailments (Osaka City University Medical School, 2004).
Foods & Cardiovascular System
Diabetes
• Oolong Tea has anti-hyperglycemic effects that make it a suitable adjunct therapy for Diabetes (or ideally paired with standard anti-hyperglycemic medications).
Foods & Diabetes
Digestive System
• Oolong can help aid digestion for those not sensitive to caffeine as its tea alkalizes the Digestive tract, reducing inflammation in those with acid Reflux and ulcer problems.
• Tea astringency is useful in Digestive Infections, helping to tighten up the mucous membranes of the gut and reduce looseness.
• The tea can clear bad bacteria from stomach due to mildly anti-septic effects.
• The tea calm, smooth flavour can soothe The Stomach when consumed hot.
Foods & Digestive System
Immune System
• Oolong Tea high Polyphenol content and anti-oxidant activities can combat cellular damage caused by free radicals, preventing an array of serious and chronic ailments.
• The tea is a proven anti-bacterial that can fight bacterial Infections caused by Strains of streptococci.
Foods & Immune System
Oral & Dental
• Oolong Tea can inhibit the growth and spread of bacteria inside the mouth, and thus prevent oral diseases thanks to its Polyphenols (Journal of Dentistry).
• Its Polyphenols can also prevent accumulation of plaque and reduce the risk of tooth decay.
Foods & Dental
Skin Health
• Patients with atopic dermatitis can find relief from drinking Oolong Tea on a regular basis. The tea can suppress allergic reactions and show moderate improvement of this chronic Skin ailment.
• A strong brew of tea may be used to soothe irritated Eyelids, insect stings, swellings, minor Burns and sunburn (in an emergency, where nothing better is at hand).
Foods & Skin Health
The Brain & Nervous System
• Oolong Tea contain fragrant compounds that have tranquilizing effects on the brain and inhaling its aroma can do wonders in calming your anxious mind (Journal of Health Science).
• Regular consumption of Oolong Tea improve mental performance (improved memory, information processing and global cognition) and even slowdown brain degeneration for both the Elderly and young adults.
• All teas contain caffeine and are traditionally consumed for their mild central Nervous System stimulating effects.
• Tea is considered Astringent and a nerve tonic, where its caffeine content may help to relieve Headaches, though less effectively than Coffee (Coffea arabica).
Foods & Nervous System
Weight Management
• Oolong Tea reduces body fat by boosting Energy Metabolism.
• Researchers suggest that the thermogenic effect can be attributed to the tea’s Catechin (Polyphenols) (Chinese Journal of Integrative Medicine).
Foods & Weight Management
The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA) of Oolong Tea
The Recommended Daily Allowance (RDA)
(per 100g) of
Oolong Tea
