Tea (Camellia sinensis) is the second most consumed beverage around the world after water (Vinson, 2000). Tea, the most widely used beverage, is one of the richest sources of Polyphenol. Although it has been consumed for centuries, tea is currently touted as a beverage that can promote health and help prevent a number of diseases. Currently there is an increased realization that tea can be investigated for their beneficial effects on health. Tea can be categorized into three types: green (unfermented), oolong (partially fermented) and black (fermented) tea. Research till date has been focused...
Tea (Camellia sinensis) is the second most consumed beverage around the world after water (Vinson, 2000). Tea, the most widely used beverage, is one o...