Genmaicha is brown rice green tea and is typically made from mixing roasted brown rice kernels and sencha green tea. The roasted rice kernels contribute to its nutty and aromatic fragrance. This tea is low in caffeine and a perfect tea to drink throughout the day with health benefits included!
Genmaicha balances blood sugar so if you find yourself craving unhealthy foods or snack drink a cup of genmaicha.
This tea can also lower risk of cancer and heart disease. Studies show that the antioxidant known as EGCG or Epigallocatechin Gallate supports cell damage prevention and suppresses cancer growing cells. The selenium found in genmaicha stimulates blood flow which can help reduce blood clots and may help your hearts health.
Also known to help improve oral health genmaicha is high in polyphenols contained in its leaves and the antibacterial properties found in this tea can improve your overall dental health.
One very exciting benefit is the help it gives the immune system while cleansing our body of toxins.
Genmaicha Vanilla Rose from Healing House Herbs is a wonderful tea to begin many benefits or purchase the plain Genmaicha that looks like popped corn with the popped rice.
The recipe for honey genmaicha latte serves two so you can help another with genmaicha's benefits.
The toasted nutty flavor of this tea goes beautifully with honey in the latte.
2 teaspoons genmaicha tea
2 teaspoons honey
1/2 c oat milk or milk of choice
Steep 2 teaspoons of genmaicha in 12 ounces of boiled water for 5-7 minutes.
Heat milk just until steaming and remove from heat. Add honey and froth or whisk milk until well combined. Split into two mugs and enjoy.
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