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THE WONDERFUL HEALTH BENEFITS OF KOCHA

Kocha is a fermented tea with a darker leaf colour . In the Japanese language, ‘kocha’ actually means ‘red tea’, referring to the reddish-brown colour of the tea. Having a stronger taste compared to green teas Sencha and Matcha, Kocha retains its taste for several years. Drinkers enjoy increased energy, a stronger immune system, find stress levels relieved. They also experience lower risks of strokes, reduced premature wrinkles and restricted bacteria growth, thereby preventing cavities and tooth decay.

Antioxidant Rich
Red tea is actually fermented green tea leaves, and contain antioxidants that slow down the process of aging.One of the most important antioxidants in red tea is theaflavin which scavenge abnormal cellular bodies, ridding the body of these abnormal cells before they mutate and become cancerous. Theaflavins are also responsible for inhibiting oxidation, particularly of LDL cholesterol

Heart Health
Theaflavins in red tea stop oxidation of LDL cholesterol, reducing the risk of heart disease. Drinking red tea may help heart attack patients by increasing their rate of survival following a heart attack. It improves the ability of the blood vessels in the body to relax and expand, thus helping consumers maintain a healthier blood pressure. 

Fights Cancer
Chemicals found in red tea have been tied to a decreased risk of breast, stomach and colon cancer; however, this connection has not been definitively proven. Researchers at Rutgers University have found that a compound in red tea called TF2 kills colorectal cancer cells. Normal cells were not affected in this way.

Deactivates Viruses
Researchers have known that red tea can render the germs that cause diarrhea, skin infections, pneumonia, cystitis and skin infections. Tea drinkers can also kill viruses lurking in their mouths.

health information courtesy of www.livestrong.com