Organic Tea
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Organic tea usually carries a higher price tag than non-organics, which begs the questions: Is organic tea really better? How can the average consumer be sure that organic tea meets certain standards?
What Type of Plant Produces Tea
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It comes as a surprise to many people that all tea comes from the same type of plant. The type of plant that produces tea is called Camellia sinensi - a plant native to south and south-eastern Asia.
Tea Bags
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Most people these days associate “tea” with “tea bags.” This sorry state of affairs came about because of the modern world’s obsession with convenience, even when convenience comes at the expense of quality.
Loose Tea
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Although tea bags offer convenience, they are usually filled with poor quality tea. There is some whole-leaf tea available in bags, but as a rule of thumb the best quality tea is only available in loose tea form.