Green Tea vs. Black Tea: Which One is Healthier?
Millions of people start their day with a comforting cup of tea. But when choosing between green and black tea, which one offers greater health benefits? With Americans consuming nearly 84 billion servings of tea in 2021—84% black tea and 15% green tea—the debate continues. To clarify, nutritionists break down the benefits of each.
Nutritional Differences
Both types of tea come from the Camellia sinensis plant but undergo different processing. Green one is minimally processed, retaining high levels of antioxidants called catechins. Black tea, on the other hand, undergoes oxidation, which reduces catechins but creates new antioxidants like theaflavins and thearubigins.
Green Tea: Nutrition and Benefits
Green tea contains powerful antioxidants and essential nutrients. A sing...