Black Tea May Improve Cognitive Function, Help With Weight Loss

Black tea is a type of tea that is made from Camellia sinensis leaves that have undergone the process of withering, rolling, oxidation, and drying. It is one of the most commonly consumed types of tea worldwide.

There are several potential benefits of black tea:

1. Contains antioxidants: Black tea is a rich source of antioxidants, which can help protect the body against damage from free radicals. These antioxidants may help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer.
   
   
2. May improve heart health: Studies have shown that regular consumption of black tea may help lower blood pressure and improve cholesterol levels, which can help reduce the risk of heart disease.
   
   
3. May improve cognitive function: Some research suggests that black tea may help improve cognitive function and reduce the risk of cognitive decline.
   
   
4. May help with weight loss: Black tea contains caffeine which can help boost metabolism and aid in weight loss.
   
   
5. May reduce stress: Theanine, an amino acid found in black tea, may help reduce stress and improve overall well-being.
   

It is important to note that more research is needed to confirm these benefits and to understand the mechanisms behind them. 

It's also worth noting that excessive consumption of tea, like anything, can have negative effects and it's always good to consult with a healthcare professional before making any drastic changes to diet or lifestyle.

Them Poo-luters

Fresh day, cool breeze and early morning joggers smiled past as the leaves scattered around the pathway crackled in mischievous glee. My not-so-friendly neighbour was wearing a stinking expression and carrying a miniature plastic spade wrapped in black polythene in one hand and holding the leech to his Faginesque mutt in the other.

The freshly painted writing on the wall said it all. I smiled too. ‘Things’ are finally ‘falling in the right place’. No wonder, the row of genda phools near the community park gate painted a Van Gogh-ish look – just the yellow you wanted them to be.

These little pleasures of life, aah...I make myself a hot cup of garden fresh Assam tea to go with my morning newspaper. Sip tea, scan headlines...STOP. Page 1...anchor headline read: “Every day, 1.1 bn people poo without a loo”. 

A WHO-UNICEF report said “globally, 1.1 billion people still have no access to toilets, with India alone contributing 638 million to the figure.” This is one No. 1 spot India would love to flush away pronto. But are the folks sitting (or whatever) in the right place doing the needful.

Lo(o) and behold! Just when I thought things were finally falling in place.