Cabral Concept 2554

TT: How Long to Brew Tea & At What Temperature for Optimal Health

Tea is a favorite drink to many due to its wide variety of health benefits.

Many people, however, just add hot water to their tea without understanding that the wrong temperature can destroy some of the health properties they are seeking in the first place…

Depending on what type of tea you prefer it is important to note the proper temperature and steeping time so you can maximize all that it has to offer (as well as the taste)…

So join me on today’s #CabralConcept 2554 where I share with you how long to brew tea & at what temperature for optimal health – Enjoy the show and let me know what you thought!

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1. Temperatures

• Black Tea: 212 degrees
• Chai Tea: 212 degrees
• Oolong Tea: 195 degrees
• Herb Mate Tea: 160 degrees
• Green Tea: 175-180 degrees
• White Tea: 175-180 degrees
• Matcha Green Tea: 180 degrees
• Purple Tea: 175-180 degrees
• Herbal Teas: 212 degrees

2. Steeping Time

• Black Tea: 3-5 minutes
• Oolong Tea: 2-3 minutes
• Herba Mate: 3-5 minutes
• Green Tea: 1-2 minutes
• White Tea: 2-3 minutes
• Matcha Green Tea: N/A (No steep time since the powder stays in the water and you consume it that way)
• Purple Tea: 2-3 minutes
• Herbal Tea: 5-10 minutes
• Rooibos Tea: 5-10 minutes

3. Raw Honey

When adding raw honey to your tea make sure that the water is not boiling (not above 175 degrees). If you do want to add it to a tea that uses boiling water make sure to cool the water first. 

 

Show Notes & Resources:

> Electric Kettle

> Podcast on Matcha Green Tea

> Podcast on The Best Teas for Your Health

> Dr. Cabral’s Resource Page

> Podcast on Microplastics in Tea

> Get a FREE Copy of Dr. Cabral’s book, the Rain Barrel Effect

> Join Our Online Community (Free Q&A Facebook support group!)

> Dr. Cabral’s Personal Resource Page

> Apply to Dr. Cabral’s Private Practice 

> Become an IHP Certified Health Coach by Dr. Cabral

 

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