From the time of its earliest recorded use in 10th century BC China, tea has been a favoured beverage of the masses. This popular commodity, derive from the leaves of the camellia sinensis plant, reached Europe by the 16th century.

From as far back as 200 BC, when the Han Dynasty of China touted the medicinal benefits of tea, its numerous advantages have received much attention. Many studies have shown that tea is helpful to both the immune system and brain functioning. (more…)