Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) is an essential nutrient that is found naturally in all fruits and vegetables, although some have much higher concentrations. Vitamin C is water-soluble and as one of the least stable of the vitamins, cooking can destroy much of its nutritional value. The body does not manufacture vitamin C on its own, nor does it store it. It is water-soluble and any excess is passed in the …

Health Benefits, Brewing & Varieties
Green tea is much more than just a refreshing beverage tea; it provides many proven health benefits as well. The Chinese and Japanese have enjoyed green tea’s healing qualities for thousands of years but it hasn’t been until recently that scientific research has proven the health benefits of drinking green tea.
All teas (green, black, and oolong) are harvested from the same plant (Camellia sinensis). The …