We all know green tea is healthy. But it is not a miracle drink. Thanks to all the hype, some people expect to drink a cup of green tea and suddenly drop 20 pounds. That's not how it works. Green tea can aid in weight loss, but it does not melt off fat. Given that, it stands to reason that green tea before a workout could help.Probably much more than those super … [Read more...] about Green Tea Before Workout (Everything You Need To Know)
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Green Tea While Breastfeeding (Safe Or Harmful?)
Green tea is made from leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. All teas made from the tea plant contain caffeine. But some contain more than others. Green tea leaves do not undergo the same oxidation process as oolong teas and black teas. As a result, a cup of green tea contains less caffeine than a cup of black or oolong tea. But is it still too much or can you … [Read more...] about Green Tea While Breastfeeding (Safe Or Harmful?)
Green Tea Vs Coffee (Caffeine, Health Benefits, Side Effects & More)
Everybody is talking about green tea. "It's the healthiest drink ever!" "How can you still be drinking coffee?" It's true that green tea is great. But so is coffee. And I think people are starting to realize it has been unfairly demonized. When you compare green tea vs coffee without bias, you realize both offer a lot of benefits. Of course, that does make it … [Read more...] about Green Tea Vs Coffee (Caffeine, Health Benefits, Side Effects & More)
Black Tea Vs Green Tea (Caffeine, Health Benefits, Flavor & More)
We're constantly hearing about the health benefits of green tea. But what about black tea? It's made from the same plant, so doesn't it have the same health benefits? You'd be surprised. When we compare black tea vs green tea in detail, we notice a ton of similarities. But also a few key differences. The end result is that both types of tea are great. But … [Read more...] about Black Tea Vs Green Tea (Caffeine, Health Benefits, Flavor & More)
Does Green Tea Make You Gassy? (The Smelly Truth)
Green tea is a wonder drink! It cures every ailment known to man, including digestive issues! Does that sound familiar? We've all read and heard about everything green tea can do for us over and over. But the thing is: we are all different. Green tea might have one effect on me and the total opposite effect on others. Does green tea make you gassy, even though … [Read more...] about Does Green Tea Make You Gassy? (The Smelly Truth)
Green Rooibos Vs Red Rooibos (Difference And Which Is Better)
Rooibos means red bush. It refers to the reddish color of the dried rooibos leaves that are used to make the tea. This means that the term "red rooibos" is redundant. But we use it to distinguish between green rooibos vs red rooibos tea. In essence, they are related to each other in a similar way as green and black tea (which also brews to a red color, … [Read more...] about Green Rooibos Vs Red Rooibos (Difference And Which Is Better)
Is Sweet Tea Better Than Soda? (The Surprising Truth)
I want to be upfront about this. I do not like sweet tea. Never have. It is far too sweet for my taste buds. However, I know many people love it. Especially in the southern United States. So I will do my best to keep my own opinion of sweet tea out of this article and only focus on the facts Let's get to the question at hand: is sweet tea better than … [Read more...] about Is Sweet Tea Better Than Soda? (The Surprising Truth)
How To Get Rid Of Shoe Odor With Tea Bags (It Works!)
I travel a lot. Sometimes for years on end. This means I often only have a single pair of shoes available. At most two. They get a lot of time on my feet and not much time to air out. Eventually, they start to stink. And once the smell gets bad, I end up having to throw the shoes away. I've tried so many different sprays, but none of them worked. Then … [Read more...] about How To Get Rid Of Shoe Odor With Tea Bags (It Works!)
Tea Bags For Fever Blisters (Cold Sore Remedy Or Waste Of Tea?)
First things first. Cold sores and fever blisters are the same thing. I know you probably already know that, but I just want to avoid any confusion. I'll be using both terms interchangeably throughout this article. With that out of the way, let's get to the real question. Can you use tea bags for fever blisters, or is it just one of those old home remedies that … [Read more...] about Tea Bags For Fever Blisters (Cold Sore Remedy Or Waste Of Tea?)
Can I Drink Tea After Wisdom Teeth Removal? (The Surprising Truth)
We all know that tea is healthy. Most of the time. There are also instances where tea can do more harm than good. Is tooth extraction one of those instances? Can I drink tea after wisdom teeth removal, or should I wait until the wound has healed a bit? If that is the case, how long do I need to wait? Keep reading to learn everything you need to know about … [Read more...] about Can I Drink Tea After Wisdom Teeth Removal? (The Surprising Truth)