Does it seem like tea bags can do anything? In addition to making actual tea, of course. On this site alone, we have a number of articles about unusual uses for tea bags. And there are many more. Even your dentist may have some unusual uses for them. Some dentists recommend using tea bags for tooth pain. But does it actually work? Keep reading to find out. We … [Read more...] about Tea Bags For Tooth Pain (Everything You Need To Know)
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Japanese Vs Chinese Green Tea (Everything You Need To Know)
You can find green tea from a number of different countries. China, Japan, Vietnam, Indonesia, India, Sri Lanka, South Korea and more al produce green tea. But the countries that produce the most green tea, and the most famous green teas, are Japan and China. In comparing Japanese vs Chinese green tea, we see a lot of similarities. But there are also a lot of … [Read more...] about Japanese Vs Chinese Green Tea (Everything You Need To Know)
Tea Bag To Stop Bleeding (Why It Works And How To Do It)
There are so many home remedies floating around. From butter on a burn, to copper bracelets for arthritis, to oatmeal baths for skin conditions, to cranberry juice for UTIs and on and on. Many of them are are useless. Some are downright harmful. But some also really work. Using a tea bag to stop bleeding falls in the latter category. It works! Of course, it won't … [Read more...] about Tea Bag To Stop Bleeding (Why It Works And How To Do It)
What Tea Gives You Energy? (8 Best Teas For Focus And Pep)
Sometimes you need a boost of energy. Of course, you could drink coffee. But maybe you're looking to cut back. Or you don't like the taste of coffee. Or, like me, you find the boost from coffee too "jittery". Whatever the reason, you want a tea that can give you a similar kick in the pants. So what tea gives you energy and can keep you going throughout the … [Read more...] about What Tea Gives You Energy? (8 Best Teas For Focus And Pep)
What Happens If You Drink Expired Tea? (Risks To Be Aware Of)
Once you taste a quality loose leaf tea, you'll never go back to tea bags again. But that loose leaf tea does get old. And when it does, it begins to lose its flavor and aroma. Tea bags suffer the same fate, although less so. They last longer than loose leaf tea. And they don't have nearly as much flavor to begin with, so there is less to lose. But they get old … [Read more...] about What Happens If You Drink Expired Tea? (Risks To Be Aware Of)
Is Chai Tea Safe During Pregnancy? (And How Much Of It?)
You give up a lot when you're pregnant. Especially if you want to heed all of the advice and always do what is best for your baby. You've probably heard that caffeine is bad for pregnant women. Does that mean you have to give up you favorite caffeinated drinks? For example, is chai tea safe during pregnancy, or is this delicious drink another of the many sacrifices … [Read more...] about Is Chai Tea Safe During Pregnancy? (And How Much Of It?)
Why Does Tea Make My Mouth Dry? (And What You Can Do About It)
I drink a lot of tea. At times, it does make my mouth feel a little dry. But generally, I don't notice this issue. However, everyone reacts differently to some of the components in tea. And there are many different kinds of tea. Getting a bit of dry mouth from drinking tea is not unusual. But what causes this? Why does tea make my mouth dry? It actually comes … [Read more...] about Why Does Tea Make My Mouth Dry? (And What You Can Do About It)
Can Tea Dehydrate You? (Which Teas You Need To Worry About)
Tea contains caffeine. And you may have heard that caffeine is a diuretic. Diuretics cause an increase in urine production, which means you end up expelling more water. If you end up expelling more water than you take in, you could end up dehydrated. But tea is primarily water. Does the intake of so much water not offset the increase in urination? Keep reading … [Read more...] about Can Tea Dehydrate You? (Which Teas You Need To Worry About)
Are Tea Bags Compostable? (What You Need To Know)
Tea bags are convenient. They allow you to quickly and easily brew a cup of tea anytime and anywhere. All you need is a cup or glass and hot water. But tea bags have a number of disadvantages, too. Top on the list for me is that the quality of the tea does not come close to loose leaf tea. Simply put: most tea bags just don't taste very good. Another big issue is … [Read more...] about Are Tea Bags Compostable? (What You Need To Know)
Can Tea Cause Kidney Stones? (What You Need To Know)
You may have heard that tea causes kidney stones. But it is not quite so simply. For one, there are many different types of tea. They all contain different nutrients and other compounds. Furthermore, some people are more predisposed to developing kidney stones than others. So can tea cause kidney stones, then? It depends on a combination of the two … [Read more...] about Can Tea Cause Kidney Stones? (What You Need To Know)