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A fully referenced, anti-pseudoscience exploration into the glorious world of tea science. We publish once per week, with posts ranging from cool tea science to delicious recipes to how to have fun with tea!
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What are Adaptogens and Why Are They Good For You? Part 1
Posted by Stephany Morgan
Do you know what adaptogens are? If not, you might be missing out on stress and anxiety relief and other awesome health benefits! Read on to learn what adaptogens are, how they work, why they’re good for you, and which adaptogenic teas and tisanes are best to get started.
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Do you know what adaptogens are? If not, you might be missing out on stress and anxiety relief and other awesome health benefits! Read on to learn what adaptogens are, how they work, why they’re good for you, and which adaptogenic teas and tisanes are best to get started.
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Is Tea, Coffee or Caffeine Good for Your Kidneys? What Teas Are Best?
Posted by Stephany Morgan
Oxalates, caffeine, creatinine...confusion! I break down the science connecting kidney health and kidney stones with black and green tea, coffee, caffeine and herbal teas. Learn what and how much you should be drinking plus what teas you should switch to improve kidney function.
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Oxalates, caffeine, creatinine...confusion! I break down the science connecting kidney health and kidney stones with black and green tea, coffee, caffeine and herbal teas. Learn what and how much you should be drinking plus what teas you should switch to improve kidney function.
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Rooibos, Honeybush, Pregnancy & Estrogen: What you need to know
Posted by Stephany Morgan
Honeybush and rooibos teas contain plant estrogen, so what does that mean for your body? Learn what these phytoestrogens can do for women's health, plus if rooibos and honeybush are safe during pregnancy and healthy for infants’ and men’s health.
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Honeybush and rooibos teas contain plant estrogen, so what does that mean for your body? Learn what these phytoestrogens can do for women's health, plus if rooibos and honeybush are safe during pregnancy and healthy for infants’ and men’s health.
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Antioxidant Benefits of Yerba Mate, Moringa, & Tulsi (Antiox Part 7)
Posted by Stephany Morgan
The latest and greatest superfood kids on the block! But what do their antioxidants actually do? I demystify the health properties of these three fantastic herbal teas: coffee-replacement Yerba Mate, the ‘miracle tree’ Moringa and the adaptogen Tulsi Holy Basil
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How Are Antioxidants Measured? ORAC Scores and How Much You Need Per Day (Antiox Part 3)
Posted by Stephany Morgan
ORAC scores can be confusing, but the science behind calculating antioxidant values doesn’t have to be! Discover why ORAC levels are important, how they are measured, how to watch for misleading claims, and which teas have the highest ORAC levels and health benefits.
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ORAC scores can be confusing, but the science behind calculating antioxidant values doesn’t have to be! Discover why ORAC levels are important, how they are measured, how to watch for misleading claims, and which teas have the highest ORAC levels and health benefits.