Green and Black Tea Can Help Reduce Omicron Sub-Variants

We already know that tea has tremendous health benefits, however, we saw this article published in Nature, a health care publication. This study was conducted in Japan where various tea catechins at different concentrations from green and black teas were mixed with the Omicron sub-variants and were shown to significantly reduce the viral load of the sub-variants.

Catechins are natural polyphenolic phytochemicals that exist in food and medicinal plants, otherwise known as flavanols. Catechins have anti-inflammatory powers that can help fight infection, protect better against heart disease, and promote overall wellness.  In some cases, they’ve been linked to longevity. Catechins are mostly found in green tea.

Theaflavin is more prevalent in black tea and has a similar effect on reducing the viral load in the sub-variants.  Theaflavin is a chemical in black tea that comes from the fermentation of green tea. Theaflavin is believed to have antioxidant, antiviral, and anti-cancer effects.  

To sum up, teas continue to be proven health drinks that do wonders for the body.  As we are in the cold, cough, and allergy season, why not drink up!  As always, you can enjoy our organic teas by visiting us or ordering online at 50cupstea.com.