Gunpowder green tea is a particular variety of green tea from the Camellia sinensis plant that is prepared slightly differently and therefore has unique properties and health benefits. The leaves are rolled into tight, small pellets, resembling the old style of gunpowder pellets, which explains the name. This preparation allows the leaves to retain far more of their nutrients, including a slightly higher caffeine level than other green teas.

The color of this tea is slightly more yellow than other “green” teas, and the flavor is smoky, earthy or even metallic, at times. There are a number of varieties of gunpowder green tea, but most provide similar health benefits, due in large part to the polyphenolic compounds, catechins, and alkaloids in the leaves.




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There are many benefits to drinking gunpowder green tea, including preventing chronic disease, soothing arthritis, stimulating the metabolism, aiding in weight loss, preventing tooth decay, protecting the heart, lowering blood sugar and improving the appearance of the skin, among others.



- If you are suffering from Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), constipation, bloating, cramping or any other inflammatory condition in the stomach, a cup of gunpowder green tea will serve you well!



- Many of the active compounds in gunpowder green tea can help to neutralize free radicals and reduce oxidative stress, meaning that it can prevent chronic diseases, such as heart disease, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis and degenerative cognitive diseases, such as Alzheimer’s.



- The caffeine content found in gunpowder green tea makes it an excellent energy booster, particularly for those who want to avoid the acidity of coffee.



- Research has shown that the catechins and alkaloids found in gunpowder green tea are able to help manage blood sugar levels within the body, which is very good news for people who suffer from diabetes.



- Studies have shown that the antioxidants found in green tea art able to lower triglyceride levels in the body, which is “bad” cholesterol that leads to plaque deposition, atherosclerosis, heart attacks, and strokes.



- The polyphenols and antioxidants in gunpowder green tea have a general impact on the immune system that revitalizes the body’s defenses and prevents infections, such as the common cold and flu, as well as more serious pathogens that we’re exposed to every day.



- A number of factors combine in gunpowder green tea to aid weight loss efforts, including caffeine, catechins, and theanine.



Preparation:



Put 1g of dry herb into 1 cup of boiling water. Let stand for 5-10 minutes. Drink maximal 2 cups per day, between the meals.