In today's society, with the continuous improvement of people's living standards, dietary structures have undergone significant changes. Meat, eggs, and dairy products have become regulars on the dining table, yet sub-health has gradually become an issue that people cannot avoid. Against this backdrop, the concept of tea drinking for health preservation has become deeply rooted in people's hearts, encouraging regular tea consumption for a healthier body.

Black tea, as a treasure among teas, is loved by many tea enthusiasts for its unique qualities and rich benefits. For those with high blood sugar levels, black tea holds special significance. The tea polysaccharides contained in black tea have substances similar to insulin, which can effectively lower blood sugar levels in the human body; at the same time, polyphenols and their oxidation products can dissolve fats, promoting the excretion of lipids from blood vessels, thus reducing cholesterol levels in the blood.

For young people who are beauty-conscious, black tea is also a rare beverage. Black tea is rich in flavonoids, substances with powerful antioxidant effects that can delay cell aging. Imagine, as time passes, regularly drinking black tea allows the glow of youth to linger longer, a truly delightful thing.

For those who smoke and drink, black tea is also a considerate “friend.” The Caffeine in tea has a diuretic effect, helping the body eliminate some harmful substances. Drinking black tea lightly can help sober up and detoxify alcohol. The tea polyphenols in black tea can also remove free radicals in cigarette smoke, reducing the harm of smoke to the human body.

For those suffering from constipation, black tea is a great boon. Black tea is rich in fiber, which has the magical effect of clearing the intestines, making it extremely beneficial for maintaining a healthy digestive system.

Brewing a pot of steaming hot black tea, whether enjoying it alone, entertaining friends from afar, or using it for business receptions, is a warm and beautiful thing. Next, let's explore the diverse ways to enjoy black tea.

The traditional method of brewing – cooking the tea. Sitting around a stove, savoring fine tea, and chatting about life is truly delightful. It's recommended to steep the tea five times before cooking. In urban settings, a combination of a clay pot and an induction cooker is recommended.

Use approximately 6 grams of tea leaves and control the water temperature to around 60 degrees Celsius, then add the tea leaves. It's important to note that black tea should be washed with boiling water before placing it in the teapot to cook, then cook it over low heat until the water boils, and after boiling, cook for another 5 minutes or so before enjoying it fully.

Next is the cold tea method. Use cooled water, or directly use mineral water. Wash the tea with boiling water, then place the tea in a cold water cup (bottle/pot) and let it steep all day indoors, replenishing water as needed.

There's also the popular milk tea method. Brew the black tea traditionally, then mix it with milk in a one-to-one ratio. When brewed black tea meets milk, it instantly transforms into a smooth and creamy milk tea. Black tea is known for its unique sweet aftertaste, leaving a lingering sweetness in the mouth. The unique milkiness of milk complements the tea aroma and sweetness, creating an endless aftertaste and a lingering satisfaction. You can also add fried rice, fried soybeans, or pair it with cheese and beef jerky according to personal taste preferences for a unique flavor experience.

Let's talk about honey black tea. Black tea was already sold as far as Tibet and Xinjiang during the Tang Dynasty. At that time, people in the northwest often added milk, salt, honey, and other seasonings to their tea. Modern honey black tea is made by slightly cooling brewed black tea and then adding honey. Its taste is sweet without being cloying, making black tea and honey a perfect match. Both are rich in nutrients and have various benefits, such as cleansing the intestines and detoxifying. The gentle nature of black tea and its significant stomach-protecting properties can effectively counteract the stimulation of honey on cold-prone stomachs. Long-term consumption can even prevent colds, making this particularly suitable for those focused on health preservation. However, boiling water can destroy the nutritional components of honey, so wait for the black tea to cool to 50-60°C before adding the honey for optimal nutritional results. Honey black tea is also highly effective in treating sore throats: after brewing black tea, add an appropriate amount of honey to make honey black tea, drinking 1-2 servings per day for 3-5 consecutive days will show noticeable effects. Persisting for about half a month can even lead to recovery. Additionally, pairing black tea with chrysanthemum and honey can complement each other, having effects like nourishing the kidneys, clearing fevers, and improving vision.

Chrysanthemum black tea is also a good choice. Place black tea and imperial chrysanthemums in a tea set in a 3:1 ratio and brew together, resulting in a refreshing taste. Chrysanthemums have the effect of clearing heat and detoxifying, while black tea is mild in nature. Drinking them together harmonizes their properties and multiplies their effectiveness. This option is suitable for those with a hot constitution.

Goji Berry black tea is also worth trying. Add several goji berries to the black tea leaves and brew together, resulting in a refreshing taste. Goji berries can improve eyesight, while black tea has anti-radiation effects. Drinking them together has a synergistic effect. This is particularly suitable for students, white-collar workers, cultural workers, and others who frequently use their eyes and computers. Of course, combining goji berries (or jujubes), chrysanthemums, and black tea is also very nice!

Lemon black tea offers a unique taste. Add lemon juice to brewed black tea, or add lemon slices (fresh or dried, with fresh ones providing better results), then add sugar or honey. The taste is pleasantly sour and sweet, and it tastes even better when chilled. Lemon, like black tea, has effects like quenching thirst and relieving summer heat, enhancing digestion. When paired together, these effects are more pronounced. This option is suitable for drinking after a big meal when you need to aid digestion, especially when chilled on hot summer days.

Flower black tea brings a surprise to women who value beauty and romance. Add roses, jasmine, Osmanthus, lavender, and other flowers to the black tea and brew together. Among these, ancient tea flowers are the best choice. On top of the aged aroma of black tea, the fragrance of flowers diffuses, making flower black tea both rich and ethereal, adding a casual and warm atmosphere while preserving health.

Preserved orange peel black tea is a good choice for those needing respiratory care. Add preserved orange peel or dried tangerine peel to the black tea and brew together. Preserved orange peel black tea has a slightly bitter taste but has excellent auxiliary effects for phlegm dissolving, breath smoothing, and cough relief.

Preserved orange peel goji berry black tea takes Health benefits to the extreme. Preserved orange peel has the effect of aiding digestion and reducing greasiness, regulating qi and spleen, while goji berries have the effect of clearing the liver and improving vision, delaying aging. These two combined with black tea make an excellent health-preserving drink. Preserved orange peel is slightly bitter, goji berries are slightly sweet, and black tea is relatively mellow, so if the proportions are balanced, not only are the health effects significant, but the taste is also excellent. This is very suitable for students, office workers, and those who often work in front of computers.

The preparation method is simple: prepare 2 pieces of preserved orange peel, 8-10g of go