Another View Magazine Barrie Winter 2014

RETNIW 102 ussI htneveS EERF - Suse’s Tea Wisdom - TeaoCoins reht nA weiV By Suse Ives eirraB Sip lavender to soothe the body, calm the mind and restore the spirit. Tea coins are created when tea leaves, herbs and/or flowers are steamed, pressed into forms, compressed and fired. e ap most common hT yof pressed tea, Although pu-erh isctheS weivretaW etype b dehsilbuP other varieties can be found in specialty tea shops. Let’s explore the benefits of 4 types of green tea coins when combined with chrysanthemum, ginger, hibiscus and lavender. To make chrysanthemum tea coins, artisans add premium quality chrysanthemum blooms to an organic green tea. sseTraditional Chinese health practitionersrutaN nlleW & htlaeH la maintain that Chrysanthemum tea helps detoxify the blood, aids in sinus congestion, lowers high blood pressure, sharpens vision and clears the mind. enizagaM Many look to ginger root to soothe and regulate functions in the body. Therapeutic uses for ginger range from easing joint pain and motion sickness to helping the body better absorb food nutrients. Ginger tea coins offer the benefits of ginger and the antioxidants present in green tea. Research in Taiwan has found that hibiscus may possess :eussi siht edisnI the same antioxidant qualities of red wine providing flavonoids and polyphenols which play a role in lowering “bad” cholesterol. Hibiscus tea coins offer a double dose of antioxidants by combining hibiscus with organic green tea. Romans recognized lavender for soothing the body, calmyrteothe ing the mind and restoring P spirit. In India, lavender has been associated with the Heart Chakra which is considered the energy centre of love, joy, happiness, honesty, sepiceR with other compassion and connection waR people. The Lavender tea coins combine lavender and green tea, providing a calming beverage perfect for sipping any time of day. spiT eraC nikS Wishing you good tea and good health! gnilaeH reyarP evitiutnI ■ Suse Ives, BASc. Certified Tea Specialist snoitavitc Tea Sommelier in StudiesA traeH rehgiH Owner of Simply Tea and Chocolate 151 Dunlop St E., Barrie www.simplyteaandchocolate.com cihtaporutaN cinilC ni-klaW 705-727-0220 21

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