Oolong Tea is a traditional Chinese tea made primarily by withering the leaves, buds and stems of the Camellia sinensis plant before bending, which gives it its slightly fermented and semi-oxidized taste. Following are some benefits of oolong tea.

For Boosting metabolism – Like most other teas, oolong tea helps burn fat faster which ideal for losing weight. It also has contains polyphenols or secondary metabolites that defend tissues against ultraviolet radiation or aggression by pathogens and block enzymes that build fat.

Reducing cholesterol – Oolong tea helps reduce cholesterol because of its polyphenol contents which activates the lipase, an enzyme that catalyzes or dissolves the hydrolysis of body fats or lipids.

Improves mental alertness – Oolong tea helps improve mental alertness because of it caffeine contents.

Improves digestion – Oolong tea helps improve digestion by alkalizing the digestive tract, killing bad bacteria in the stomach and decrease inflammation of those suffering from hyperacidity.

Removal of harmful free radicals – As an antioxidant, oolong tea removes free radicals in the body, that helps in preventing cancer, atherosclerosis, stroke, arthritis, neurodegeneration, and diabetes.

Improves healthy skin – Oolong tea is anti-aging because it helps improve skin. Its polyphenols contents work as anti-allergenic compounds that alleviate skin problems and irritation.

Diabetic control – Oolong tea helps prevent and decelerate the progression of type 2 diabetes by helping in regulating blood sugar and insulin that in the bloodstream.

Stress management – Oolong tea helps in managing stress by blocking the L-glutamic acid to glutamate brain receptors that reduces neuron excitement that cause stress.

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