The Good Chai offers a unique flavor profile made up of black tea and various spices such as organic cinnamon, organic ginger root, and organic star anise to name a few. Black tea and the spices mentioned have a wide variety of health benefits. This summary touches on some of the value of drinking chai, but by no means is a comprehensive list of the full health benefits chai offers. This was comprised to share some highlights with you.
Antioxidants – Tea is known for its antioxidant benefits and The Good Chai’s black tea is no exception. Antioxidants are known for removing free radicals from the body and also help by decreasing cell damage. The main sources of antioxidants are polyphenols, including catechins, theaflavins, and thearubigins. Catechins and thearubigins contribute to overall health and well-being. Theaflavins play a significant role in promoting heart health. Combined, they work in conjunction to improve your overall health and reduce the risk of chronic disease.
Anti-Inflammatory – The Good Chai is comprised of more than just black tea. The anti-inflammatory properties of this chai come from ginger, cinnamon, and star anise. Ginger is well known by individuals who have arthritis due to its anti-inflammatory properties. It helps with pain and swelling and is a powerful antioxidant. Cinnamon and star anise have also been used as anti-inflammatory aids. These spices work to improve severe and painful inflammation.
Immune System Boost – The spice blend in chai works holistically to build up the immune system and has been found to help fight against the cold and flu viruses. Chai is believed to have been developed for an Indian king, most likely Harshavardhana, as a healing, cleansing beverage. I am sure he was thinking “May I never be sick again,” and wouldn’t that be nice?
Heart Health – Black tea contains flavonoids, which have several heart health benefits. Flavonoids may reduce high blood pressure, high cholesterol, increased triglyceride levels, and obesity, all of which are factors that contribute to heart disease. In addition, the cinnamon in chai tea may lower blood pressure as well as significantly reduce the level of “bad” LDL cholesterol and triglycerides.
Boosts Energy – The Good Chai contains black tea, which has less caffeine than black coffee. Chai tea will offer sustained energy with fewer jitters per cup by comparison. For individuals sensitive to caffeine, tea is a great choice and chai is differentiated by marrying black tea with warm spicy notes.
In most things in life, moderation is key. However, chai may be the exception to that rule. As long as you know and understand your caffeine limits then there are health benefits to steeping several cups of chai a day thanks to its unique profile. There is a warning to go along with this though, most grocery store chai is loaded with sugar and most concentrates include milk or milk alternatives. The Good Chai is mixed with a touch of honey only and our vegan offering is honey-free if that is what you are seeking. It is worth noting that The Good Chai is made from 100% organic high grown black tea and spices. When you are sourcing from the best, the ingredients mentioned above can work that much better for your body. Cheers to a stronger, healthier, and happier body one cup at a time.