Originating from China, Oolong tea has gained immense popularity in recent years in countries such as the United States, India and Japan, highlighting its main pivot of consumption in Taiwan.
Also known as “blue tea”, this infusion is derived from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis species and although its popularity is increasing, few people around the world know of its existence and of course its properties and benefits. He is the one who gives gifts to human beings. Health
Benefits of tea
This variety of tea is known to be a rich source of antioxidant compounds and in terms of nutrients it provides calcium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin A, B complex vitamins and vitamin C.
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) maintains that the amount of caffeine per 100 grams is 38 milligrams and estimates that a cup of oolong tea provides just 2.4 calories, with no protein, fat, sugar, or fiber. And carbohydrates contribute to this. 0.36 grams.
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Its main advantages are:
Reduces the risk of diabetes. The antidiabetic potential of oolong tea is attributed to its polyphenol content. Its consumption improves insulin resistance, activates the signaling pathways of the said hormones, combats oxidative stress and reduces inflammatory response, which is important for controlling high glucose.
Supports weight loss. In a review published in the journal Molecules, researchers determined that epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), as well as its polyphenol metabolites, in oolong tea have properties that promote weight loss.
Helps take care of heart health. In a study shared by the British Journal of Nutrition, researchers linked long-term consumption of oolong tea with a lower risk of dyslipidemia (elevated levels of cholesterol, triglycerides, or both). For its part, research published by the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health linked oolong tea consumption with a 61% reduction in the risk of heart disease.
Contributes to cognitive health. In research shared by Frontiers in Nutrition, physicians determined that drinking tea may help prevent memory loss and associative learning by affecting the volume of the posterior corpus callosum.
