THE INFORMATION YOU NEED TO STAY WELL
by LAMBETH HOCHWALD
That’s how
much your
short-term
memory
N ot o nly is a sip o f tea
soothing, it’s good fo r you.
Two sm all cups o f green tea
contain as m uch vitam in C
as a glass o f orange juice.
Infusions o f herbs, berries,
and flo w e rs also m ay add
health-boosting benefits.
Here are som e blends
bursting w ith flavor.
phproves after
you commune
'With nature.
Marc Berman, Ph.D., a researcher at the
University of Michigan, noted the boost in
brainpower after sending study participants
on hour-long walks and then running them
through psychological testing. The
rejuvenating process—which also increased
attention capacity—only worked when
participants walked in parks and other
natural environments, not while strolling
down busy city streets. —Jeanne Ambrose
< Tazo Vanilla
Rooibos
This tea is
a fruity blend of
rooibos (a South
African plant),
Tahitian vanilla,
cinnamon, apples,
and peaches.
HIBISCUS
Ik Republico(Tea
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▲ Republic of Tea
Hibiscus Superflower
Tea
is not only delish, it
contains hibiscus, which
may help reduce blood
pressure, and hints of
raspberry and rhubarb.
► Stash Mojito
Mint
combines green
tea, peppermint, lime
flavor, and Japanese
matcha, a finely
powdered green tea
laden with healthful
antioxidants.
SAFELY STASH
YOUR HEALTH
V
RECORDS
When keeping tabs on health records,
immunizations, and medications, ditch
the scribbled notes and overflowing file
folders. A free online application
launched by Mayo Clinic and Microsoft
is here to help. Mayo Clinic Health
Manager lets you store information and
get guidance. The privacy-protected site
also tracks health stats and doctor
appointments. Find it at
healthm anager
.mayoclinic.com.
green
•4
Celestial
Seasonings
Blueberry
Breeze Green
Tea
has a touch of
fruitiness and
good-for-you
antioxidants.
▲ Harney & Sons
Chinese Flower Green
Tea
is a blend of green
tea, flower petals, and
hints of citrus flavor.
246 APRIL 2010 BETTER HOMES AND GARDENS
PHOTOS: (TEAS) KATHRYN GAMBLE; (LEAF) GETTY; (TEA BAG) VEER
