Cooks aren’t the only ones singing white tea’s health benefits’ praises; scientists and doctors are, too. We’ll take a look at some of the people who have reported experiencing white tea’s many benefits. But first, let us tell you a little bit about white tea. It’s made with young tea leaves plucked from the plant before the buds fully open. The tea gets its name from the silver fuzz that still covers the buds and turns the tea white during the drying process. There are many different varieties of white tea available and this all depends on the amount of leaves to buds that are used in each mixture. As an illustration, the White Peony contains one bud for every two leaves, while the top-shelf Silver Needles is made entirely from the down buds, which are typically harvested within a two-day window in early spring.
So we have now looked at what White Tea is we will now go on to the different benefits a person can gain from using this particular product.
Activity against viruses and bacteria
Prophylactically, White Tea extract may help slow the growth of bacteria that cause Staphylococcus infections, Streptococcus infections, Pneumonia, and Dental Caries, according to studies conducted at Pace University. Studies have shown that White Tea has a greater anti-viral effect on human pathogenic viruses than Green Tea does, and that it can also inactivate viruses in bacteria.
Activity Against Fungi
Studies show that it inhibits the growth of Penicillium Chrysogenum and Saccharomyces Cerervisiae, two common yeasts. White tea extract was found to completely neutralise these.
The Prevention of Skin Cancer and Cell Damage
Researchers have found that a component of White Tea can provide defence against the destruction of Langerhans cells. Scientists discovered that the extract did more than just shield skin from sun damage; it also helped boost the immune system. They also discovered that cellular DNA suffered less damage after being exposed to sunlight. White tea’s supposed efficacy can be attributed, in part, to the anti-oxidant properties found in the extract. Some research suggests that the extract may also have anti-aging effects.
From what we’ve seen, it’s clear that white tea has a wide range of positive effects that can lead to an improved quality of life.