Oolong tea comes from the leaves of the plant Camellia sinensis, the same plant used to make green tea and black tea but processed in different ways. Tea drinking and weight loss have long been linked, in fact, many studies show a connection.

Also known as ‘longevity tea’, it has a mild oxidation that places it between black tea and green tea. It is the ideal ally for a healthy diet because it is considered antioxidant and cleansing. In addition, it has less theine than black tea, so It can be taken at night because it does not make it difficult to fall asleep..

Benefits for weight loss

The combination of caffeine and polyphenols in oolong tea can help increase the inhibition of specific enzymes, stimulate metabolism and increase the number of calories burned by up to 3.4% according to various research.

It has long been believed that tea’s antioxidant activity was solely responsible for its body fat-reducing properties.

However, recent studies suggest that it is tea’s ability to enhance enzyme inhibition and antioxidant interactions with the gut microbiota specifically that drive this weight loss ability.

Of course, the fact that the antioxidant activities, caffeine and appetite suppressing qualities of this tea have been related to weight loss in different studies does not mean that just by drinking you will lose weight. It is important to always accompany it with a healthy diet and an active life. It is always best to consult with a specialist.

Properties and health benefits

Oolong tea contains several useful vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. Some of its main antioxidants, known as tea polyphenols, are theaflavins, thearubigins and EGCG. Responsible for many of its health benefits.

It also contains L-theanine, an amino acid that has been shown to have positive effects on relaxation and cognitive performance.

• It can improve heart health by lowering blood pressure and cholesterol, as well as the risk of heart disease.

• Improves sleep quality thanks to polyphenols, which have a calming effect.
• Improves intestinal flora.
• Protects the brain and improves brain activity, preventing diseases such as Alzheimer’s.

• May improve brain function. It helps maintain brain function and memory, as well as possibly protect against age-related decline.

• Helps prevent diabetes, thanks to polyphenolic antioxidants that reduce sugar levels and level insulin.
• Help keep teeth and bones strong.
• Help relieve the symptoms of atopic dermatitis, also known as eczema.

How to make an infusion

To prepare an oolong tea infusion, it is enough to add two teaspoons per cup. The water must be hot without boiling and it must be left to sit for 3 to 4 minutes.

If the oolong leaves are of high quality they can be used several times and, unlike other teas, it improves with each new use. It is common to infuse the same leaves 3 to 5 times.

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