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White Tea Tops Herbal Charts
I
n a recent test to evaluate the health
properties of extracts from 21 plant
species, white tea considerably outper-
formed them all. “We were testing very
small amounts, far less than you would
find in a drink,” says Professor Declan
Naughton of Kingston University, in
London, one of the UK’s leading special-
ists on inflammation. “The early indica-
tors are that white tea reduces the risk
of inflammation that is characteristic of
rheumatoid arthritis and some cancers,
as well as wrinkles.”
Evidently, the properties of white tea go beyond high levels of antioxidants to
also block the activities of enzymes that break down elastin and collagen. Naugh-
ton explains that elastin supports the body’s natural elasticity, which helps lungs,
arteries, ligaments and skin to function. It also helps body tissues repair wounds
and stops skin from sagging. Collagen, a protein found in connective tissues, is
also key to skin strength and resilience.
Eight of the other plants and herbs analyzed also help protect against the
breakdown of both elastin and collagen associated with age-related wrinkling.
After white tea, bladderwrack performed well, followed by extracts of cleav-
ers (Galium aparine, also called goosegrass) rose, green tea, angelica, anise and
pomegranate.
Source: BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine
Celery as Nutrition Staple
N
oted author and natural health advocate Dr.
Andrew Weil sees celery as a versatile kitchen
staple. A biennial plant, he notes that celery is in the
same family as carrots, dill and fennel. Its versatil-
ity lands it in soups, stews, stir-fries and salads,
plus it’s good spread with natural nut butter.
This crunchy green has long been associ-
ated with dieting, due to its natural diuretic
effects and low calorie count. Rich in potassium
and natural sodium, Weil cites its important role in
regulating fluid balance in the body and stimulating
urine production, not to mention that celery is a
good source of vitamins C and K. Its active com-
pounds, pthalides, may even help lower blood pressure.
Always seek out organically grown celery, advises
Weil, as pesticides are commonly used on conventionally
grown varieties.
Source:
DrWeil.com
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