Loose Leaf Tea
Loose-leaf tea is delivered to your door (or you can pick them up from a local supplier). The Food Lovers Marketplace provides a range of black, green, fruity and loose-leaf chai tea.
The Benefits of Loose Leaf Tea
Ending the day with a cup of tea sounds like perfection. Random fact, tea is the world’s most consumed beverage. Serve hot on a cold day, or chill for a great Summer drink. Studies have found that immunity tea may boost your immune system, fight off inflammation, and even ward off cancer and heart disease.
The types of loose leaf tea on offer
White tea has the least caffeine content. The flavour is delicate and some research suggests that it may be good for your teeth.
You’ve probably heard of herbal tea or hibiscus tea. Quite similar to white tea except they include a blend of fruits, herbs and spices for additional flavour. Most herbal teas do not include caffeine and are known for their calming properties.
Examples include Peppermint, chamomile, rooibos, ginger and sleepytime tea.
Originating from China, green tea lowers bad cholesterol and reduces blood clots. In more recent years, matcha has gained popularity for its high antioxidant properties.
Black tea, the worlds most consumed beverage. Compared to other varieties, black tea contains caffeine. Health benefits include the reduction of inflammation and improved immune health.
Meet our loose-leaf tea providers
When you shop at The Food Lovers Marketplace, select from a range of organic teas that are free from preservatives and pesticides. The range from Mad Mountain Family farm is truly unique. All the herbs included in their teas are grown on their farm using organic practices. The Serenity Tea is the most popular option. Chai Walli offers an extensive range of loose-leaf chai teas that are packed with flavour and are certainly worth a taste.