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Regular Tea Drinkers Live Longer

Regular Tea Drinkers Live Longer

The Power of Your Daily Cup Love your regular tea breaks? Here's some wonderful news that'll make your next cup taste even better! A study published in the European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, has revealed that regular tea drinkers might be onto something big when it comes to living a longe...
ICHA TEA Celebrates Multiple Wins at Toronto Tea Festival 2025

ICHA TEA Celebrates Multiple Wins at Toronto Tea Festival 2025

We are honoured to announce our recognition at this year's Toronto Tea Festival, where five of our premium loose-leaf teas received distinguished awards. The Toronto Tea Festival is one of the largest specialty tea festivals in Canada and attracts tea lovers and connoisseurs from across the count...
Hidden Dangers in Your Tea

Hidden Dangers in Your Tea - Ditch The Tea Bags for Loose Leaf

A groundbreaking study reveals concerning levels of microplastic particles released from common tea bags, raising questions about daily tea consumption safety. The Surprising Discovery in Your Tea Cup Recent research from environmental scientists at the Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona has uncov...
The Zen Guide to Toronto's Best Matcha Tea Spots in 2025

The Zen Guide to Toronto's Best Matcha Tea Spots in 2025

Searching for that perfect bowl of matcha in Toronto? The city's matcha scene has exploded, transforming from a handful of traditional tea houses to a vibrant community of specialty cafes and modern interpretations. From ceremonial-grade whisked matcha to creative lattes, Toronto offers something...
Best Reasons to Switch from Coffee to Tea

The Best Reasons To Try The Switch From Coffee to Tea

There’s been two beverages which have developed world-wide cult followings. The versatility of tea leaves and coffee beans has fueled the growth of billion-dollar industries in the form of bubble teas and Starbuck’s latte. Are you part of team coffee or team tea? Well, emerging research suggests ...
China's Four Great Tea Regions

China's Four Great Tea Regions

A Geographic Journey Through the Humble Tea Leaf China, the birthplace of tea culture, produces some of the world's finest teas across four distinct geographical regions. China is much bigger than most people realize and as a result, each area has something unique to offer. The Northern region is...
Health Benefits of Drinking Black Tea Daily

Health Benefits of Drinking Black Tea Daily

Regular black tea consumption offers numerous research-backed health benefits. Understanding these advantages helps optimize daily intake for maximum health impact—particularly as more scientific evidence emerges supporting black tea's role in wellness. Key Health Benefits Black tea significantly...
Understanding the differences in caffeine content and effects between black tea and coffee helps make informed choices about daily consumption. While both beverages offer energy benefits, their caffeine content and effects vary significantly, impacting everything from morning routines to sleep qu...
Pu Erh Tea

Pu Erh Tea: The Unique Fermented Black Tea of Yunnan

Pu Erh tea, originating from Yunnan Province, China, represents a distinct category of fermented tea that differs significantly from traditional black tea. Its unique processing and aging potential have made it highly sought after by tea connoisseurs worldwide. It is a rather special Chinese cult...