1. Antioxidant: white tea is rich in polyphenols, which have a strong antioxidant effect, helping to prevent free radicals from causing damage to the body.
2. Lipid reduction and weight loss: polyphenols in white tea can reduce blood fat and cholesterol levels, which helps to lose weight and prevent cardiovascular disease.
3. Antibacterial and anti-inflammatory: white tea is rich in tea polyphenols, which have strong antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effects, helping to prevent infection and inflammation.
4. Blood circulation and phlegm: White tea has a mild detoxification effect, which can activate blood circulation, resolve phlegm and cough, and relieve throat discomfort and bronchitis.
5. Refreshing: white tea contains caffeine and theanine and other substances, can refresh the brain, enhance memory and attention, improve mental state.
6. Anti-aging: polyphenols in white tea can promote skin cell regeneration and repair, with some anti-aging effects.
Taboos of white tea:
1. Pregnant and lactating women: white tea contains caffeine and other substances, excessive consumption may have an impact on the fetus and the baby, should be cautious to drink or avoid drinking.
2. Gastrointestinal problems: white tea has a certain stimulating effect, may cause loss of appetite, stomach upset, diarrhea and other problems, for the sensitive gastrointestinal tract or chronic gastric disease should be cautious or avoid drinking.
3. Drug interference: the tea polyphenols in white tea sometimes interfere with the absorption, metabolism and excretion of certain drugs, it should be noted to avoid the simultaneous use of certain drugs.