Casteel Coffee of Chicago: roasters and retailers
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Chai Tea Benefits

While many people laud the health benefits of green tea, there are actually quite a number of equally impressive benefits of chai tea, which has a completely distinctive flavor that may appeal more to you. Chai is made from black tea blended with honey, hot milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, cardamom, and other spices. It is a rich drink with an unmatched aroma and a number of impressive health benefits.

First, black tea has powerful antioxidant properties. This means that it can help to slow down the rate of cellular damage, which causes both visible signs of aging and a number of diseases. Chai tea is also believed to help lower both high blood pressure and cholesterol. Some scientists are even studying the possibility that chai tea can reduce the symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease and the possibility of strokes.

Black Chai Tea Benefits to the Immune System
In general, it is believed that black teas like chai tea can help boost the immune system. Instances of cancer in people who drink black teas are lower than cases in those who do not drink tea but live an otherwise comparable lifestyle. In addition to the black tea, there are other components of traditional chai that also have powerful wellness benefits.

Chai tea contains ginger, which can treat symptoms of a cold like congestion, aching muscles, and a sore throat. Cloves can help the body generate heat and pepper also provides warmth. It is also thought that cardamom can stimulate mental activity to provide clarity and aid concentration. If you want to offer high quality chai in your restaurant or coffee shop, Casteel Coffee offers some of the most delicious chais imported in the U.S. For information on wholesale discounts, browse our catalog or send an e-mail to info@casteelcoffee.com.

Casteel Coffee
2924 Central St.
Evanston, IL 60201
Tel. (847) 424-9999
Toll Free (877) 560-8335
Fax. (847) 733-1194

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Casteel Coffee of Chicago: roasters and retailers of fine coffees
and gifts; located in Evanston Illinois