White tea has all of the health benefits of green tea and black tea, perhaps more because of a lack of processing. Additionally, white tea has considerably less caffeine than black teas, and slightly less than green tea.
Caffeine levels of white tea vary with the variety, but on average white tea has 15 mg of caffeine per serving, compared to 40-60 mg for black tea and 15 – 20 mg for green tea. Coffee averages 80 – 175 mg depending on how it is brewed.
Health Benefits Attributed to White Tea
- Relaxation, and quick recovery from stress
- Cancer Prevention – tea contains anti-cancer polyphenols
- Flavonoids protect the body cells from damage
- Antioxidants reduce the risk of heart disease
- Anti-aging properties
- Decreased risk of stroke
- Lowering of blood sugar levels
- Lowering of bad cholesterol levels
- Quick recovery of normal blood pressure after stress
