The north wind sweeps the ground, blowing away fallen leaves and bringing a sky full of snow. It covers rooftops, blankets fields, and decorates mountains and rivers like a painting, transforming everything into a new scene. Today, we have heavy snow.

Heavy snow signifies the start of mid-winter. Winter is a season that chills everything, and our bodies are quick to react to the cold. The stronger the cold winds blow, the more we tend to huddle up. To ensure our bodies function well in the cold, drinking hot tea at the right times is an excellent choice.

Black Tea Wards Off Cold and Warms the Stomach

To dispel the chill and enhance your ability to withstand the cold, black tea, with its warm nature, rich proteins, and sugars, can generate heat and warm the abdomen. Persistently using tea for mouth rinsing during winter can kill bacteria and reduce inflammation, while direct consumption can also help prevent influenza.

One of the most appealing aspects of black tea is its versatility; you can add various ingredients according to your taste preferences to create your own unique flavor profile.

Oolong Tea Reduces Fat and Relieves Greasiness

The pharmacological effects of Oolong tea are particularly notable for their ability to break down fat, aid in weight loss, and promote health and beauty. In Japan, it is known as a “beauty tea” or a “health tea.” An experiment in Japan showed that drinking five to six cups of oolong tea daily resulted in a three-kilogram weight loss within a month, along with reduced cholesterol levels.

Compared to black and green teas, oolong tea not only stimulates the activity of pancreatic lipase, reducing the absorption of sugars and fats, but also increases the body's heat production, promotes fat burning, and reduces abdominal fat accumulation.

Flower tea Invigorates the Spirit

Winter is the season most likely to trigger depression. Typical signs of winter depression include changes in sleep and eating habits, persistent low mood, and a lack of interest in activities.

When feeling depressed due to the cold weather, choose some flower teas. Watching the flowers bloom in the cup, the fragrant aroma when brewing, and the delightful taste will uplift your spirits. Or invite a few friends over for tea and conversation to avoid getting stuck in a rut of low spirits.

The body craves warmth in winter, and people generally opt for hot tea to enjoy the aroma and flavor to the fullest.

However, when drinking tea, it should not be too hot. The ideal temperature for drinking tea is around 60 degrees Celsius, not exceeding 70 degrees. To maintain a consistent temperature, a slow-cooling clay teapot, such as one made of purple clay, is a good choice.

A study from the American website “Live Science” found that when people feel lonely, they really do perceive the surrounding temperature to be lower than it actually is. People learn over time to associate physical and psychological “coldness,” and those who feel isolated are more inclined to enjoy a warm drink. Isn't tea a great excuse to get together with someone?

Sit idly among the pines and watch the snow melt as it boils for tea. If the warmth of the tea isn't enough, the person sharing it with you will certainly provide the rest of the warmth needed.