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Green Tea – Not Just For A Pretty Face

Green tea is a marvel, full of beauty benefits.  There is anti-wrinkle power in every cup, as well as protection against other forms of aging, including skin cancer.  And there are extensive overall health benefits as well, including protection from cancer, diabetes, and stroke.

A recent study by the University of Newcastle in the UK found that the healing compounds  in green tea can protect against Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

The scientists looked at the effects of green tea after it had been digested, to make sure the benefits remained after drinking.  They found it got even better.

“When green tea is digested by enzymes in the gut, the resulting chemicals are actually more effective against key triggers of Alzheimer’s development than the undigested form of the tea… In addition to this, we also found the digested compounds had anti-cancer properties, significantly slowing down the growth of the tumor cells which we were using in our experiments.”
Science Daily


White Tea Has Anti-Wrinkle Power In Every Cup

Tea is the most popular drink on the planet, after water.  Its health and beauty benefits are amazing.  However you drink it – black, green or white –  tea will do you a power of good. But evidence is mounting that white tea is the best of all. It turns out there is anti-wrinkle power in every cup.

New studies have found that white tea is 10% more effective in preserving healthy skin than green tea.

“We found the application of white tea extract protects critical elements of the skin’s immune system,” says Elma Baron, MD, Director of the Skin Study Center at University Hospitals of Cleveland and Case Western Reserve University.  Dr. Baron says. “Similar to the way oxidation causes a car to rust, oxidative stress of the skin causes a breakdown in cellular strength and function. The white tea extract protects against this stress. This study further demonstrates the importance of researching how plant products can actually protect the skin.” Essential U Blog

A recent study at Kingston University in the UK found that white tea slowed the breakdown of elastin and collagen.

The researchers were blown away by exactly how well the white tea had performed. “We were testing very small amounts far less than you would find in a drink,” Professor Naughton, one of the country’s leading specialists on inflammation, said. “The early indicators are that white tea reduces the risk of inflammation which is characteristic of rheumatoid arthritis and some cancers as well as wrinkles.” Science Daily

Whether you drink it, or put it onto your skin, tea is a beauty food of the first order. And white tea seems to be the best of all.  So I use white tea in this yogi tea recipe that I make every day. I wouldn’t be without it!


Easy Way To Make Sauerkraut

Cabbage is my number one beauty food.  It’s great for the skin.  I like to eat 4 servings a week.

Through the winter, I eat it mainly in soup (here is my favorite cabbage soup recipe), but I’ve been planning to start making sauerkraut so I can eat it whenever I feel like.  I put it off because it seemed like a bit of a project, involving special equipment and ongoing attention.  But a friend just showed me how she is making delicious sauerkraut from red and white cabbage without any special equipment – just with a couple of mason jars – and it’s really easy.

I’m getting started after the Farmers’ Market tomorrow.


Are You Ready For Glamor Food?

There is plenty of research showing that specific foods can benefit our appearance. A recent study at the University of Kingston, for instance, found that white tea, even in small quantities, had a surprisingly strong effect in slowing the breakdown of collagen and elastin.

“The researchers were blown away by exactly how well the white tea had performed. “We were testing very small amounts far less than you would find in a drink,” Professor Naughton, one of the country’s leading specialists on inflammation, said. “The early indicators are that white tea reduces the risk of inflammation which is characteristic of rheumatoid arthritis and some cancers as well as wrinkles.”

Here is what The Republic of Tea in Novato, CA have to say about their Get Gorgeous brew

Herb Tea for Clear Skin – Let’s get one thing clear. True beauty comes from within. But when it comes to clear skin, some of us can use a little help.
So here’s good news: this organic, rooibos-based, naturally caffeine-free tea blend is brimming with antioxidants – your skin’s best friend.

We can expect to hear more about nutricosmetics, I’m sure.   The  trend will underscore that we can do a huge amount for our appearance by eating and drinking well.

Click here to learn more the beauty benefits of green tea.



Simple Care, Luminous Skin