Thomas Lipton was born in Scotland in 1840. An entrepreneur and innovator, he decided, at age 40, to make tea affordable. Until then, tea had been a rich person's drink. In 1893, he opened the Thomas J. Lipton Company, a tea-packing plant in Hoboken, New Jersey. It became an instant success. Today, it is the world's leading brand of tea with green tea among its selections.
History
Green tea, also known as Camellia sinesis, was discovered 5000 years ago in China by Emperor Shen Nung. It was also consumed for centuries in India, Japan and Thailand.
Features
Lipton green tea is made from unfermented leaves which reportedly contains the highest concentration of antioxidents. An 8-ounce serving contains up to 190 mg of antioxidants compared to 36 mg in orange juice, 10 mg in broccoli, 4 mg in cranberry juice and 0 mg in coffee.
Benefits
The antioxidants in Lipton green tea, based on green tea studies, can neutralize free radicals and may reduce and even help prevent some of the damage caused by free radicals. According to information from the University of Maryland, studies show that green tea may help prevent arteriosclerosis, high cholesterol, cancer, diabetes and other health issues.
Types
You can choose from a plethora of Lipton green teas, from 100 percent natural with or without caffeine to green tea with orange passionfruit jasmine. If you can't make up your mind, Lipton offers a green tea collection of six varieties.
The latest green tea creation is sparkling green tea with berry or strawberry kiwi.
Misconceptions
It's important to read the labels. Not all of Lipton green teas have zero calories. Not all are 100 percent natural. Some contain high fructose corn syrup, potassium sorbate and artificial color.
Warning
According to the University of Maryland, people with heart problems, kidney disorders, stomach ulcers or anxiety disorders should not drink green tea. Neither should pregnant women and women who are nursing.
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majorshadow April 3
New Jinge Lipton Sparkling Green Tea
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