Kukicha

Noted for its fresh green flavor and low astringecy. A traditional everyday Japanese green tea that is a blend of steamed tea leaves and tender green stems.

Origin: Japan

Reputed Health benefits:EGCG in green tea blocks the mutation of cells, reducing cell damage; blocks tumor growth; and blocks the liver enzymes that convert pro-carcinogens (i.e., the harmless substances in the body that can turn into cancer agents) into carcinogens. EGCG is green tea blocks enzymes that cause cancer cells to grow and it can destroy cancer cells with damaging surrounding healthy cells. Scientists also revealed that this effect is 10 to 100 times more potent in green tea than in black tea. Green tea increases the bloods antioxidant capacity. EGCG kills cancer cells and, in particular,inhibits prostate cancer cells. Green tea has been shown to reduce damage to blood vessels in smokers. Green tea's polyphenols can boost white blood cells, and might be an effective supplement to chemotherapy and radiation treatments that impact bone marrow and lower white blood cell count. Men who drank two to three cups of tea a day reduced their risk of prostate cancer. Woman who had a history of drinking five or more cups of green tea a day had fewer occurrences of breast cancer and slower spread of the disease. Spearmint is good for headaches, digestion and relaxation.

Tasting Notes; Cremy mouth feel with balanced bittersweet umami flavor.

Brewing Instructions: Steep 1 Tablespoon per 8oz. For 3-4 minutes at 185 degrees.

Ingredients: Organic & Fair Trade Green Tea

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