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Wu Mountain Tea
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Wu Mountain Tea is a channel dedicated to creating high-quality tea education videos on a wide range of tea-related topics, including the history and culture of tea, science behind tea's purported health benefits, and best practices for brewing and enjoying tea. WMT founder Dylan O’Neill Rothenberg is a Ph.D. candidate in the field of Tea Science, and infuses a science-focused perspective into tea education on CZcams.
Whether you are new to tea or a seasoned tea lover, you will find something of interest on the Wu Mountain Tea channel.
In addition to informative videos, we also feature interviews with leading tea researchers, tea farmers, and other experts in the field, providing unique insights into the world of tea and valuable perspectives on its potential health benefits.
If you're interested in learning more about tea and incorporating tea into your life, be sure to subscribe to our channel. We look forward to sharing our knowledge and passion for tea with you!
Whether you are new to tea or a seasoned tea lover, you will find something of interest on the Wu Mountain Tea channel.
In addition to informative videos, we also feature interviews with leading tea researchers, tea farmers, and other experts in the field, providing unique insights into the world of tea and valuable perspectives on its potential health benefits.
If you're interested in learning more about tea and incorporating tea into your life, be sure to subscribe to our channel. We look forward to sharing our knowledge and passion for tea with you!
THIS is Your Brain on GREEN TEA: New (2024) Science on the Brain Health Benefits of Green Tea *WOW*
This video explores the recent scientific research on the brain health benefits of consuming green tea. It highlights both the acute and chronic effects of green tea consumption on the brain, focusing on three key compounds found in green tea: caffeine, L-theanine, and catechins.
In the acute phase, which lasts approximately 30 to 120 minutes after consuming green tea, changes in mood, attention, and cognitive performance are observed due to the presence of caffeine and L-theanine. Caffeine is known to improve mood and cognitive performance acutely, while chronic intake of caffeine has been associated with reduced risk of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. However, moderation is key, as excessive caffeine intake can negatively affect sleep quality and sleep latency.
L-theanine, another important compound in green tea, has both short-term and long-term effects on the brain. It has been found to relieve stress and anxiety, improve sleep quality, alleviate depression, enhance learning and memory, and reduce the risk of neurodegenerative diseases. Studies have shown that L-theanine supplementation significantly reduces stress and anxiety levels, particularly during stressful periods such as final exams and starting a new job.
Chronic daily intake of green tea containing L-theanine acts as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent in the brain, contributing to a lower risk of Alzheimer's, dementia, and Parkinson's diseases. Additionally, regular consumption of L-theanine has been linked to improved cognitive function in middle and older-aged individuals and increased neurogenesis, the growth of new brain cells.
The video emphasizes the importance of selecting high-quality green tea to maximize the brain health benefits, as higher grade teas typically contain higher levels of L-theanine. Overall, the research presented suggests that green tea consumption can have significant positive effects on brain health, particularly when consumed in moderation and in high-quality forms.
We also discuss the family of neuroactive compounds in green tea known as catechins, focusing specifically on their role in brain health. We highlight the importance of EGCG, the most abundant catechin in green tea, and discuss its function as a free radical scavenger, protecting brain cells from oxidative damage. We also delve into how green tea catechins affect gene expression related to antioxidant activity, inflammation regulation, and neurotransmitter systems, ultimately promoting neurogenesis and enhancing brain function. Furthermore, we explore the concept of the "tea-brain-gut axis," discussing recent research showing that green tea consumption can influence gut microbiota and neurotransmitter levels, potentially alleviating psychiatric and neurological disorders.
Lastly, we mention our 8-chapter MasterClass on Tea available on CZcams, offering further information on tea types and their health effects.
00:00 - Introducing Your Brain on Green Tea
00:21 - My Experience Researching Brain Health Effects of Tea Consumption
00:43 - Video Layout: Acute & Chronic Effects of 3 Types of Neuroactive Green Tea Compounds
01:36 - Acute Effects of Caffeine Consumption on the Brain
02:09 - Chronic Brain Health Benefits of Regular Caffeine Intake
02:26 - Why and How to Consume Caffeine and Moderation
03:41 - Acute Calming and Anti-Stress Effects of Green Tea L-theanine
06:25 - Chronic Brain Health Benefits of Regular Green Tea L-theanine Intake
08:26 - Acute Brain Health Effects of Green Tea Catechins *crickets*
09:04 - Two Key Brain Health Benefits of Regular Green Tea Catechin Intake
14:07 - BONUS ~ The Tea-Gut-Brain Axis: How Regular Green Tea Consumption Supports Brain Health-Promoting Bacterial Communities in the Gut
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LINKS:
Free PDF download with WORKS CITED (104 articles), 16 annotated figures, and full video transcript: wumountaintea.com/this-is-your-brain-on-green-tea-new-science-on-the-brain-health-promoting-effects-of-green-tea/
Organic Green Teas I recommend: wumountaintea.com/product-category/green-tea/
Masterclass on Tea Playlist on CZcams (8 Chapters + Intro Video): czcams.com/play/PLeK5s_4Pb8528z06MYcc_XMfd5V7ZJmUv.html&si=x8oGQaaSP-L_3pmz
In the acute phase, which lasts approximately 30 to 120 minutes after consuming green tea, changes in mood, attention, and cognitive performance are observed due to the presence of caffeine and L-theanine. Caffeine is known to improve mood and cognitive performance acutely, while chronic intake of caffeine has been associated with reduced risk of Alzheimer's and Parkinson's diseases. However, moderation is key, as excessive caffeine intake can negatively affect sleep quality and sleep latency.
L-theanine, another important compound in green tea, has both short-term and long-term effects on the brain. It has been found to relieve stress and anxiety, improve sleep quality, alleviate depression, enhance learning and memory, and reduce the risk of neurodegenerative diseases. Studies have shown that L-theanine supplementation significantly reduces stress and anxiety levels, particularly during stressful periods such as final exams and starting a new job.
Chronic daily intake of green tea containing L-theanine acts as an antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agent in the brain, contributing to a lower risk of Alzheimer's, dementia, and Parkinson's diseases. Additionally, regular consumption of L-theanine has been linked to improved cognitive function in middle and older-aged individuals and increased neurogenesis, the growth of new brain cells.
The video emphasizes the importance of selecting high-quality green tea to maximize the brain health benefits, as higher grade teas typically contain higher levels of L-theanine. Overall, the research presented suggests that green tea consumption can have significant positive effects on brain health, particularly when consumed in moderation and in high-quality forms.
We also discuss the family of neuroactive compounds in green tea known as catechins, focusing specifically on their role in brain health. We highlight the importance of EGCG, the most abundant catechin in green tea, and discuss its function as a free radical scavenger, protecting brain cells from oxidative damage. We also delve into how green tea catechins affect gene expression related to antioxidant activity, inflammation regulation, and neurotransmitter systems, ultimately promoting neurogenesis and enhancing brain function. Furthermore, we explore the concept of the "tea-brain-gut axis," discussing recent research showing that green tea consumption can influence gut microbiota and neurotransmitter levels, potentially alleviating psychiatric and neurological disorders.
Lastly, we mention our 8-chapter MasterClass on Tea available on CZcams, offering further information on tea types and their health effects.
00:00 - Introducing Your Brain on Green Tea
00:21 - My Experience Researching Brain Health Effects of Tea Consumption
00:43 - Video Layout: Acute & Chronic Effects of 3 Types of Neuroactive Green Tea Compounds
01:36 - Acute Effects of Caffeine Consumption on the Brain
02:09 - Chronic Brain Health Benefits of Regular Caffeine Intake
02:26 - Why and How to Consume Caffeine and Moderation
03:41 - Acute Calming and Anti-Stress Effects of Green Tea L-theanine
06:25 - Chronic Brain Health Benefits of Regular Green Tea L-theanine Intake
08:26 - Acute Brain Health Effects of Green Tea Catechins *crickets*
09:04 - Two Key Brain Health Benefits of Regular Green Tea Catechin Intake
14:07 - BONUS ~ The Tea-Gut-Brain Axis: How Regular Green Tea Consumption Supports Brain Health-Promoting Bacterial Communities in the Gut
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LINKS:
Free PDF download with WORKS CITED (104 articles), 16 annotated figures, and full video transcript: wumountaintea.com/this-is-your-brain-on-green-tea-new-science-on-the-brain-health-promoting-effects-of-green-tea/
Organic Green Teas I recommend: wumountaintea.com/product-category/green-tea/
Masterclass on Tea Playlist on CZcams (8 Chapters + Intro Video): czcams.com/play/PLeK5s_4Pb8528z06MYcc_XMfd5V7ZJmUv.html&si=x8oGQaaSP-L_3pmz
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A few years ago while in Hong Kong on a layover we stumbled upon a tea museum. It was magnificent. They had ancient pottery and displays of tea . They even had samples of different teas. This unexpected delight deepened my love of tea.
Amazing thank you so much! That was a super interesting deep dive while sitting here and drinking my oolong tea :) cheers!
Drank Green tea for years helped vastly with psoriasis and weight!!
Is the research for black tea much different? It’s the same plant…
I made my own SCOBY for the first time.Here's my Ingredients 4cups off water add 3 bag black tea add 1/3 cup organic cane sugar My kombucha scoby is 1 month old today.I have a colonies now. I will try to make my homemade kombucha . Here's my recipe 20 cups of boiling filtered water add 9 bags of English Breakfast Black Tea add 1 and 3/4 cup of organic cane sugar ( from whole foods market) Add 6 cups room temperature filtered water and cool it off completely and add your scoby and 3 cups of kombucha liquid from your scoby.i'll update you guys for 7-10days what the outcome of my kombucha. I have a video of my 1st kombucha scoby too if you guys want to check it out. In my youtube channel. Updates in my channel. My kombucha is brewing healthy. I will download video to show you guys.
Wonderful well-rounded video
I love coffee and green tea when I am fasting
I go through your channel. Unbelievable I am very happy to learn something very interesting! Thanks a lot bro 😎
This video is just absolutely amazing!
Whether as a note, addendum, or it's own separate video; I think it would be helpful to address plants that can be planted nearby camellia sinensis with positive benefits. Plants that enjoy the ~4.5 pH soil (or specifically attempt to counterbalance it to maintain soil health long-term), nitrogen-fixing plants that help reduce need for fertilizers, pest-control or decoy plants that repel, discourage, or Take The Hit to protect tea plants, preferred tree species that provide the optimal level of shade to mimic valley conditions mentioned in Ch.2, or even things like flowers that Just Taste Good With Tea. Going above and beyond the tea plant to describe it's ideal permaculture plot would be really nice, many people are already familiar with the concept of the Three Sisters (planting Corn, Bean, and Squash together) and I'm wondering what tea's sisters would be? Could you account for 100% of the soils pH and nitrogen problems at the cost of tea density? Does tea pollinate via wind-blown-pollen or does it need bees? Does honey made from tea nectar have a nice taste? Could you grow it in your backyard, perhaps in a big pot or wooden box and make your own home-made white tea? So many fun little questions about the agriculture here. Thanks for the 'diploma'! It was a joy to watch your series, and your passion really came through.
Now I have
Köszönjük!
Most under rated channel. Deserves so much more exposure. I been looking up teas for over a year and only stumbled on your chanel now. Keep up the good work!
I use glass vacuum tea bottle for cold tea in summer, with icy water and a long infusion time
This is very helpful thank you! I just recently got into tea, switched over from coffee since I don't want to drink sugary drinks and I can't drink coffee straight. I noticed that if I drink over four cups of tea (8oz each) a day i will start getting stomach pains, on the left side of my stomach. Its weird, but I imagine it has to do with some of the tannins and maybe catechins affecting my stomach. After reading this, it seems like the best way to avoid these compounds is use less leaf, lower water temp and maybe try to stick to oolongs and puers? What would you recommend?
IF u write a book, i will buy it
Great video; why music?
I wish there was a channel like yours dedicated to coffee :)
structured and informational! Was looking for a good explainer video/course which goes in depth on the sciency part as well (can't help my technical side haha), so this series is very helpful ^^
How can i do this course
Really informative, great work 👏
This is really fascinating.
The quality of your research, graphics and presentations, and comments in your presentations is EXCELLENT. Thank you.
Great!!!!!
Where can I get some good Da Hongpao tea please
Great!!!
I have been drinking green tea for years. The untrusting side of my brain would like to know if the green tea in the bags and boxes in the supermarket are equal to what you are drinking during your video.
I'd say you are way more qualified than the majority of Tea Heads who teach us about tea. Came across this class by accident and darn glad I did! Perfect. And the bonus PDF is excellent.
Hey. Love the videos. I have a question. What is your opinion on cold brewing. To explain, im a bartender and use teas in many, many different cocktails. Alcoholic and none alcoholic. If you were to cold brew it and then warm up the water afterwards, would you get a better flavour? I've always been taught not to "cook" most ingredients and to be fair, its cocktails. Not too many are served hot. I'm just bringing it up for discussion. Would love to know your thoughts.
Excellent
This 8-chapter Masterclass on tea is fabulous. Extremely well researched and presented, and a joy to watch!
So wonderful, very clear, detailed information, even as Chinese, I didn’t know how the tea is made, how to differentiate the tea type, I learned a lot from your video, I can feel your love to Chinese culture, it makes me very proud of being Chinese. Hope you enjoy your stay there. thank you very much from Portland, Oregon!😊
Coming from 我住
哈哈,cool! Welcome 🫶🌱🍵
Wow! What a great video! Awesome explanation of the whole process. It makes me wonder how people back in the days figured out how to process the leaves to produce the right aroma. They didn't have all the knowledge we have now. Was it trial and error?
the second best green tea informational i’ve ever seen and i search them up all the time. this is incredible. God Bless you
Thank you Tea God.
You're a walking advert for the brain benefits of green tea, you seem cheery, you're well informed, this is as super extensive video :) thumbs up all around
Does this apply to all brands of tea? Do the studies apply to a single population drinking tea hand picked from a tiny region? Will Lipton green tea suffice? Will tea processed in large quantities be beneficial?
My first day on green tea has led me to this video. Also I found the family guy snippet hilarious 😂
I live in Japan. I drink 4 to 5 cups a day.
This was awesome. No notes. 🎉🎉🎉
just a heads up for some people. i thought kombucha was the greatest thing. but i developed "fungal" infections in my gall bladder and chronic bladder infections. the kombucha brewing was not the issue. i had to stop drinking it. some people just have a SENSITIVITY to it. do be aware of your body. i do still use it on my plants, though ;)
Literally on day 1 of drinking tea instead of coffee and this appears on my recommended
Excellent video!Nice presentation indeed;)
If it could have been made into a patentable medication………………
Dr. Eric Berg: Black, Earl Grey, English Breakfast Teas have Tannins in them, which absorb iron, zinc, and calcium, and lock up Vitamin B1 Thiamine. Green Tea is low in Tannins.
Im having problem cultivating tea plants in US zone 7a. Any tea plant vendor suggestions 🌿and growing tips?
i can’t trust a video about how good trả for us coming from A tea seller
Noticed you seem to have a rolling shutter problem, to fix this adjust your aperture and shutter speed a little higher or change the refresh rate in the camera settings. Hope this helps!
Hello, Could you please tell a bit more about black tea leaves that are green in color? Well, I ordered SFTGFOP1 Black tea from Darjeeling (Spring Flush) and the leaves are green in color. You mention in this video that it's a bad thing? Also, how trustworthy is the tea grade mentioned on the packaging printed by the tea company itself? Because it doesn't have too many of the whole leaves, some straw and visibly shredded pieces of leaves. It turns bitter on steeping above the 2.75 minute mark at 90 C.