http://theteachick.com Infusing Tea Into Your Life Tue, 20 Jul 2010 18:04:50 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en For a healthy boost, substitute ONO tea in any drink recipe that calls for a liquid. One of my favorite tropical treats is this luscious smoothie made with pineapple, coconut, mango, and ONO Coconut Euphoria tea. INGREDIENTS: 1/2 cup ONO Coconut Euphoria tea chilled 1/4 cup coconut milk 1 cup diced mango 1.5 cups ... http://theteachick.com/2010/07/18/pineapple-coconut-tropical-smoothie/ According to a 2004 study published in the journal Phytomedicine (2004;11:375–82), people suffering from hypertension can lower their blood pressure significantly by drinking hibiscus tea daily. Besides lowering high blood pressure and high cholesterol, this healthful hibiscus beverage has several characteristics that make it so valuable: * caffeine free - so kids ... http://theteachick.com/2010/05/30/hibiscus-for-lowering-blood-pressure-high-cholesterol/ I'm almost turning 33 and it's never too soon to prevent as much oxidative stress and fight as many free radicals as I can. I want to look as amazing as Mama Le when I am in my 50s! I created this anti-aging smoothie that is loaded with long-term-health boosters. ... http://theteachick.com/2010/05/05/stay-young-and-stay-slim-smoothie/ [caption id="attachment_2167" align="aligncenter" width="300" caption="ONO Queen Jasmine Green Tea with honey, ginger, and lemon"][/caption] In a recent review of nine research studies, researchers determined that drinking 3 cups of green or black tea a day could reduce the risk of stroke by 21%. Dr. Arpita Basu of Oklahoma State University said ... http://theteachick.com/2010/05/05/tea-and-stroke-defense/ Check out these top selling ONO iced tea recipes! From left to right: - ONO Simply Slim Citrus Tea - ONO Aphrodisiac Chai Soy Latte - ONO Moroccan Mint Tea - ONO Caramel Slender Tea 1. ONO SIMPLY SLIM CITRUS TEA [caption id="attachment_2139" align="alignright" width="125" caption="ONO Simply Slim Citrus Tea"][/caption] INGREDIENTS: 14 ounces of water 1 1/2 tablespoons of ONO Simply ... http://theteachick.com/2010/05/04/4-top-selling-ono-teas-iced/ INGREDIENTS: handful of mint leaves, plus mint sprigs for garnish 3 ounces ONO Simply Slim Ginger Syrup 4 ounces iced ONO Moroccan Mint tea 3 ounces fresh lime/lemon juice ice * optional - add 2 ounces of vodka or rum, add lemon/lime wedges ONO Simply Slim Ginger Syrup: In a small sauce pot, put in 1 cup ... http://theteachick.com/2010/04/27/slimming-ginger-mint-lemonade/ [caption id="attachment_887" align="aligncenter" width="268" caption="The Tea Chick"][/caption] Alisa: Hi TC! I heard of your ONO teas and was wondering if you have a tea made to help heal migraines or headaches? I can handle a little caffeine per day. Thanks so much!   TC: Hi Alisa! Caffeine can cause a "rebound" effect - you take it to ... http://theteachick.com/2010/04/27/ask-tc-got-a-headache-try-tea/ SAKE INFUSED WITH MOROCCAN MINT Ingredients: 4 whole mint leaves, plus extra for garnish 4 oz sweetened ONO Moroccan Mint tea * 4 oz premium sake ice Directions: Combine ice and mint leaves in a cocktail shaker, then shake a few times to bruise the leaves. Add remaining ingredients and shake well. Pour into chilled glass ... http://theteachick.com/2010/04/22/moroccan-mint-tea-cocktail/ Mint tea is the most popular drink in Morocco. It is more than just a simple and delicious beverage enjoyed daily by the citizens, it is a drink of long tradition.  Moroccan mint tea is served 24 hours a day, 7 days a week and is presented to the guest ... http://theteachick.com/2010/04/21/benefits-of-moroccan-mint-tea/ INGREDIENTS: 16 oz silken tofu 4 oz bittersweet chocolate, chopped 1/2 cup cocoa powder 1/2 cup of brewed ONO Matcha (use 1 tablespoon of Matcha and whisk with 1/2 cup of hot water) 1/4 cup of honey DIRECTIONS: 1. In a blender, puree the tofu until smooth. 2. Place the chopped chocolate, cocoa powder, and ONO Matcha tea ... http://theteachick.com/2010/04/10/chocolate-matcha-mousse/