We need tea in our lives......
With so much craziness happening around the world politically, we at Connections are intentionally taking news fasts once a week and filling those days with tea appreciation- to both learn more and enjoy the cafe space. The health benefits of tea are well know and endlessly published but the emotional support tea brings is less discussed.
For the older brains
A study of 2,031 people aged between 70 and 74 found that those who drank tea–which contain micronutrient polyphenols, like EGCG–had better cognitive performance (Nurk et al., 2009).
For those needing a brain boost
Tea also contains theanine, a psychoactive amino acid almost unique to tea.
Although we know much less about the effects of theanine than we do caffeine, there are multiple studies connecting it with enhanced cognitive performance (Einother & Martens, 2013).
To calm us
When theanine is given to people, their brains exhibit more α-waves, which are indicative of relaxation without drowsiness (Juneja et al., 1999)
Taking time out to select, make and savour a simple pot of tea has made a huge difference in our moods and will hopefully help us through these turbulent times..
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For the older brains
A study of 2,031 people aged between 70 and 74 found that those who drank tea–which contain micronutrient polyphenols, like EGCG–had better cognitive performance (Nurk et al., 2009).
For those needing a brain boost
Tea also contains theanine, a psychoactive amino acid almost unique to tea.
Although we know much less about the effects of theanine than we do caffeine, there are multiple studies connecting it with enhanced cognitive performance (Einother & Martens, 2013).
To calm us
When theanine is given to people, their brains exhibit more α-waves, which are indicative of relaxation without drowsiness (Juneja et al., 1999)
- Source :(http://www.spring.org.uk/2013/11/tea-6-brilliant-effects-on-the-brain.php)
Taking time out to select, make and savour a simple pot of tea has made a huge difference in our moods and will hopefully help us through these turbulent times..
For
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