Page 19 - Irene Farm Villagers Issue 2_2023

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TEA PUNCH RECIPE
(serving 24).
All teas come from the same A different twist to a standard punch. Brewed
CAMELIA SINENSIS plant, including tea is mixed with orange juice, pineapple juice,
black, green, white and oolong. lemonade and ginger ale.
They only differ in the way they are
processed. Black teas are completely Ingredients:
dried; oolong is partially dried; green 1 cup white sugar
and white teas are made from freshly 1 cup strong brewed black tea
picked leaves. 4 cups orange juice
Brewed tea contains only 2 calories 4 cups pineapple juice
per 8 ounce serving, has no fat or 4 cups prepared lemonade
sodium and is packed with flavonoids 1 (2 litre) bottle ginger ale, chilled.
that wield antioxidant powers. In
clinical studies, tea has been shown Method:
to reduce the risk of heart disease, In a pitcher (jug) combine sugar and tea. Stir
improve heart health and reduce the until sugar is dissolved. Stir in orange juice,
risk of certain cancers and neurological pineapple juice and lemonade. Chill in fridge for
diseases such as dementia and 4 hours. Just before serving, pour chilled juice
Alzheimer’s. It also may help improve mixture into a punch bowl and stir in ginger ale.
bone mass density, improve insulin
sensitivity in type 2 diabetics and help
maintain a healthy body weight.
Herbal teas, sometimes called
tisanes are very similar to white teas,
but they contain a blend of herbs,
spices, fruits or other plants in addition
to tea leaves. Herbal teas don’t contain
caffeine which I why they are known
for their calming properties.
Green tea originates from China
where the leaves are processed with
heat using a pan-firing or roasting
method and Japan where the leaves
are more commonly steamed. Green
tea is exceptionally high in flavonoids
that can help boost your heart health
by lowering bad cholesterol and
reducing blood clotting.
Contrary to popular belief, the
Rooibos tea plan is not an herb, but
rather part of the indigenous Fynbos
family of South Africa. Rooibos is
made from the leaves of the rooibos
plant and is very popular with health
conscious individuals as it I caffeine
free, low in tannins and rich in anti-
oxidants. Like all good teas, the best
flavour comes from plants grown at
a higher altitude. It is also a favoured
ingredient in cosmetics, slimming
products and baking.

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