Purple tea "Chang Shu": description and features of use
"Chang Shu", information about which appeared on the Internet a few years ago, is called a magical drink for weight loss. It turns out that Chinese monks have been using it for over 6,000 years. The article will discuss the properties of tea, its features and methods of use.
What it is?
Tea "Chang Shu" is a high-mountainous Tibetan variety of tea, which has a healing and regenerating effect. This drink has received wide distribution as an affordable and effective means for weight loss.
Tea is also called purple, but when brewed in a cup, a blue drink is formed. Let's figure out where the name "purple" came from. The fact is that when lemon is added to tea, it gradually (and this is a very beautiful, bewitching picture) turns into purple. By the way, the drink is harmoniously combined with lemon. It tastes sweetish, some even note some astringency. Has a pleasant aroma.
The raw material for it is a plant that grows exceptionally high in the mountains of Nepal and Tibet. These are fluffy flowers of the tea tree of the myrtle family. It is always a green plant with white inflorescences and small leaves that do not obscure the inflorescences. It looks in some way like eucalyptus - the same power of crowns, small leaves. Tea is harvested by hand at an altitude of 3,000 meters above sea level.And this is done only twice a year.
The description of tea is found in the books of ancient Chinese monks, which allows us to conclude a long history of "Chang Shu". Tea "Chang Shu" can have a different origin, so it is called Chinese, Nepalese, Tibetan, Cambodian.
Compound
"Chang Shu" consists of a colossal number of useful components. It contains a high content of chromium, which has the ability to dull the feeling of hunger, destroys fat cells and promotes muscle building. In other words, for those who are concerned about qualitative changes in body composition (replacing fat with muscle), it is extremely important that chromium regularly enters the body in the right amount.
Helps burn lipid deposits and catechins, which are antioxidants. They also have a beneficial effect on the vascular system, breaking down cholesterol plaques, thereby preventing the formation of blood clots. Theotannins are also characterized by the ability to remove toxins from the body, which also increase the elasticity of blood vessels, thereby normalizing the functioning of the cardiovascular system. Tannins also fight against "bad" lipid cells. These are plant phenolic compounds that also have a protective and immunostimulatory effect.
The dopamines that are part of the psychological level contribute to weight loss, because under their influence, the “commands” necessary to start the necessary metabolic processes are activated in the brain. But also these substances affect the emotional background, improving mood. Finally, they dull the feeling of hunger.
For those who are actively involved in building a figure, it is important to be in good shape, maintain emotional stability.The tannins present in the tea help to calm the nervous system.
The rejuvenating and antioxidant effect of tea is also due to the bioflavonoids and vitamins contained in the composition.
It would seem that any tea based on medicinal herbs is of great benefit to the body. But it turns out that highland plants are more valuable than lowland plants.
The high content of active components is explained by the peculiarities of the growth of the tea bush at an altitude of 3 km above sea level. The ecological cleanliness of these areas and rarefied mountain air with a low oxygen content provide a higher content of active substances in these plants compared to those that grow on the plains.
Benefit
The principle of operation of tea components is based on the destruction of fat cells. As you know, it is from them that the greatest amount of energy is released. The latter, thanks to the same components of the purple drink, is aimed at increasing energy and toning the body.
Tea has the ability not only to accelerate, but also to normalize metabolic processes. As a result, proteins, fats and carbohydrates from food are better absorbed by the body, the latter seems to remember the mechanisms of optimal functioning. This explains the fact that the weight loss effect persists even after the course of tea intake is completed.
A small fat-burning property is also granted by caffeine, also present in tea. In addition, it provides a tonic effect.
However, even if you do not pursue the goal of losing weight with tea, its use has a beneficial effect on the intestinal system.So, theotanin has a sorbing effect, binding and removing toxins from the intestines, including the result of eating fatty, smoked and other harmful foods. Tea improves intestinal motility, eliminates the feeling of bloating, heartburn.
The tannins present in tea, in turn, form a protective mucous membrane, which saves the walls of the stomach from the effects of alcohol (reduces its absorption time), harmful food. In this regard, a cup of purple drink can be drunk 2 hours before a plentiful and unhealthy meal for the body. Tannins provide a protective function and have a natural anti-inflammatory effect. Once in the intestines, they optimize its microflora, and with sufficient amounts, they can even remove heavy metals from the body.
The components of purple tea do not cause dehydration of the body (as happens when exposed to many weight loss products). Flavonoids, on the contrary, restore the body's water-salt balance.
At the same time, after weight loss, according to manufacturers, the phenomenon of sagging skin is not observed. This is due to the fact that the components of tea expel stagnant fluid from the intercellular space. The skin is evened out, the appearance of cellulite is reduced.
The high content of vitamins and minerals allows you to maintain skin tone, preventing the appearance of wrinkles, and also strengthens hair follicles, saves from hair loss and weakening. Skin cleansing is largely due to the removal of toxins and decay products from the intestines. We must not forget that most of the immune cells are located here, in the intestines, so we can also talk about the immunostimulating effect.
Tea is also useful for the cardiovascular system - it increases the elasticity of blood vessels, destroying cholesterol plaques. Reduces the risk of strokes and heart attacks.
The ability to improve reproductive functions, as well as somewhat alleviate the unpleasant symptoms of menopause, makes this tea a popular drink among women over 45-50 years old.
The manufacturer talks about the ability of tea to reduce pressure, and according to customer reviews, this effect is clearly visible. In this regard, the use of "Chang Shu" is recommended for people suffering from hypertension as a means to normalize pressure.
The drink has a beneficial effect on the nervous system, and also improves concentration and quickly replenishes intellectual resources after a hard day. This is largely due to the amino acid theanine, which is present in the composition of tea. The improvement of mental activity in this case is not due to irritation of the nervous system (as happens when drinking coffee), but, on the contrary, relaxation and its further mild toning. Finally, theanine, which is a derivative of glutamic acid, has the effect of antidepressants, has an anticancer effect.
Cleansing the intestines from toxins, as well as the high content of vitamin C and E in tea, makes it possible to call it a rather strong immunostimulating agent. Regular consumption of tea acts as a prevention of colds and the appearance of off-season beriberi.
Today, purple tea is positioned as a powerful fat burner, after drinking which excess weight will go away forever, the skin will tighten, and the person who used it will noticeably look younger. At the same time, to reduce weight, you do not have to make special efforts - to go in for sports intensively, to adhere to the principles of a healthy diet.
However, it is fair to say that there is still no magic pill for extra pounds and an elixir of longevity. The resources of tea are limited, and its constituent components are not able to break down fats, which are many times more abundant in the body.
From this follows the only conclusion - tea will demonstrate its positive effect only if it is combined with the necessary loads and a proper balanced diet.
In an attempt to lose weight faster, many women combine tea intake with excessive exercise and a significant reduction in calories. This is unacceptable, since extreme weight loss (namely, we are talking about it, when up to 30 kg is dropped in a month) is dangerous for the health and even the life of a person who is losing weight.
In general, we can note the complex effect of tea on the body. It can act as a prophylactic for a number of diseases, improving metabolic processes and strengthening the immune system.
Contraindications
First of all, it is forbidden to drink tea with individual intolerance and an allergic reaction to its components. Allergy can manifest itself both in the form of rashes and irritation, and in a more dangerous one - cough, swelling of the upper respiratory tract.
Since tea is characterized by increased biological activity, it should not be drunk by pregnant and lactating women. It is not recommended to give tea to children under 3 years old, and it is better to postpone the use of such complex drinks as Chang Shu until the child is 10-12 years old.
It is not recommended to use tea for anemia, kidney disease. Due to its ability to reduce blood clotting, its use should be abandoned during the course of treatment with anticoagulants.Otherwise, the risk of dangerous internal bleeding is high.
Despite its beneficial effect on the stomach, in chronic diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, as well as in the period of acute forms of these diseases (gastritis, ulcers, pancreatitis), drinking purple tea should be abandoned. The same rule applies to diseases of the urinary system.
Tea has the ability to lower blood pressure, so it is not suitable for people suffering from hypotension. It is also not recommended to drink immediately after waking up. As a rule, at this time, most people have a slightly lower blood pressure, so such tea drinking can provoke an attack of weakness and dizziness.
Like any product, drink, purple tea, when consumed in excess, does not benefit, but harms. It is not recommended to drink tea more than 7-10 cups a day, as this is fraught with poisoning. Signs of intoxication are usually abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, weakness, decreased pressure, "flies" before the eyes. According to manufacturers, reviews of those people who drink tea, it really dulls the feeling of hunger. On the one hand, this is a good action, on the other hand, it can lead to dangerous consequences.
The ability of tea to reduce the feeling of hunger should not be the reason for the rejection of a full meal. After all, it is with food that a person receives the necessary substances, including those that provide energy and the possibility of the functioning of all organs and systems.
Despite the high content of biologically active substances, microelements and vitamins in the drink, it cannot replace food. Moreover, drinking such tea instead of breakfast or lunch on an empty stomach, you risk getting sharp pains in the abdomen.In an attempt to become slimmer as soon as possible, you should not combine tea with other drinks and medicines that promise rapid weight loss. Their components can, at best, neutralize the effect of Chang Shu, at worst, enter into a reaction with its components, the outcome of which is unpredictable.
How to brew?
To obtain a positive effect, tea is important to brew correctly. However, the instruction for this is quite simple, tea does not require complex preliminary preparation. It is unacceptable to drink stale tea, it must be prepared every time immediately before use. To brew tea, it is better to use a ceramic or porcelain teapot, which must first be doused with boiling water or steamed. This will allow the tea to open up better and fully give up its beneficial properties.
Heat water in a separate kettle. It is recommended to use soft, clean water. For each brewing, use fresh, boiling the liquid several times is unacceptable. Tea is a separate flowers, 4-7 flowers are enough for one cup.
After the water starts to boil, it should be removed from the heat and allowed to cool slightly. You can not pour "Chang Shu" with boiling water, the optimum temperature is 85-90C. The specified number of flowers must be brewed with 200-250 ml of water. Tea must be infused for 10 minutes, and then poured into cups. You can add a slice of lemon to it. The use of sweeteners, of course, is not prohibited, but it increases the calorie content of the drink many times over.
Subtleties of application
Drinking tea is recommended 1-2 times a day. At the same time, every month it is better to “rest” from tea for 5-7 days, choosing other drinks.If we are talking about drinking a drink for weight loss, then it is important to drink it in a course, strictly following the manufacturer's instructions in this regard.
Before taking the course, it is better to first undergo a medical examination and get advice from a therapist.
The duration of the course is usually 3-4 months. First, the drink is drunk for a week, one cup a day. This is followed by a 7-day break, after which the countdown of the duration of the course begins. It is better to drink tea 20-30 minutes after eating.
On the network you can find another scheme for taking tea for weight loss. It is recommended to take it for a week, and the dosage for this period is only 3 cups. Then you should take a break for a week and repeat the course.
It is difficult to say which of the methods is effective. However, when using any active, in terms of composition and effect on the body, teas, including Chang Shu, you should start with small doses. Half a cup of blue drink for the first time is more than enough. In the absence of negative consequences, you can first try to increase the dosage, and then the frequency of administration. With the appearance of unpleasant sensations and a deterioration in well-being, the reception of "Chang Shu" should be stopped.
Reviews of doctors and buyers
On the Internet, as well as directly from acquaintances and friends who use this drink, you can hear either enthusiastic or angry reviews about tea. Some consider it a panacea for all diseases, while others call it another way to lure money.
Perhaps both are wrong, and tea should still be perceived not as a magical drink for all diseases, but as a means of improving well-being, providing a slight tonic effect.
Doctors note the richness of the composition of tea.It contains many vitamins and amino acids that are not always found in everyday products. Nutritionists call the advantage of tea its ability to quickly provide a feeling of fullness, which somewhat protects a person from overeating.
Experts in the field of gastroenterology support nutritionists, speaking, first of all, about the ability of tea to heal the intestines, removing toxins and waste from the body. As a result, not only digestive problems disappear, but the skin is also cleansed, and human activity increases.
Doctors also note the natural composition of tea, so it is considered relatively safe. Experts note that tea can act as a prophylactic, a drink to strengthen the body's defenses with a slight weight loss effect, provided that it is consumed in a course. In combination with physical activity, it also shows a positive effect. But you should not count on the help of tea for more serious diseases. In addition, we must not forget that even useful components must be contained in the body in a certain amount, so you need to drink the drink in moderation.
Some users have noted the beneficial effects of purple tea. It really calms, gives clarity of thought, improves digestion, but a similar effect can be obtained with the use of cheaper varieties of teas. In other words, the cost of "Chang Shu" is completely unjustified.
Some women who drink tea for weight loss note that it gives a feeling of energy and perfectly tones. The drink has a completely different effect on the second half of women who are also undergoing a course of procedures.They say that tea causes drowsiness, slows down the reaction rate, so you can drink it only before bedtime.
Those who give a positive assessment of tea talk about losing up to 25-30 kg during the course of taking the drink. At the same time, they do not talk about some kind of stress for the body, the appearance of health problems with such a rapid weight loss.
Most reviews say that a person drank tea in a course for at least 2 months. During the first month, an impressive amount of extra pounds usually goes away. However, this figure increases by 2-2.5 times after the second course after a week break.
At the same time, most women (namely, they leave reviews most often), who drank tea in a course, talk about improving the condition of nails and hair. Nails stop peeling and grow faster. Hair gains strength and shine.
As for the frequency of intake, they mainly talk about drinking tea once a day, brewing 4-6 flowers per cup. However, there are also reviews, the authors of which talk about two or three times the daily intake of the drink. But there are fewer of them.
Quite a lot of reviews that the weight is not just gone, but stabilized. A positive result is maintained even at the end of the course.
It is important to understand that it is quite difficult, or rather, completely impossible to determine where the positive reviews are real and where they are written to order. Negative reviews are, of course, more likely to be real. Although, it is worth noting that they are still less than positive ones.
It is important to note that the cost of tea is quite high. This is due to the conditions of its growth, the bestowed effect. It is better to refuse the offer to buy blue tea at a small price.At a minimum - it will not bring benefits, as a maximum - it can cause serious health problems.
"Chang Shu" cannot be purchased at a pharmacy or supermarket, to be sure of the originality of the composition, you should purchase the product exclusively from the official manufacturer.
In the next video you will find a review of Chang Shu tea for weight loss.