Archive for the 'Tea' Category

Ahhhh…Nutritious and Refreshing!

Tuesday, March 27th, 2007

Women’s Health lists four nutrient-packed, healthy beverages you can add to your diet. Nutrition advisor Lisa Drayer, R.D. recommends the following tasty drinks:

100% cranberry-grape juice - antioxidants in grape juice slow down LDL cholesterol oxidation, and cranberry juice raises HDL or “good” cholesterol and protects against urinary tract infections, E. coli, and tooth decay
Iced green [...]

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Take a Tea Break

Saturday, March 24th, 2007

Self Magazine reports that a study from University College London shows that drinking a cup of tea can help reduce stress and keep you calm during a hectic day.  Catechins, the antioxidants in black tea, reduce the level of the stress hormone cortisol.
Ref: Self Magazine, March 2007, p. 140.

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