Organic Fair Trade Tea

Tea is a beverage made by steeping dried leaves, buds, or twigs of the Camellia sinensis plant in hot water. 'Organic' means it was grown without synthetic pesticides or fertilizers. 'Fair Trade' certification indicates that farmers received fair prices and safe working conditions.

Tea is commonly consumed as a beverage on its own, often flavored or sweetened. It is also used as a base for other drinks like kombucha and iced teas, adding a distinct flavor and color.

Tea, particularly green and black tea, contains antioxidants like flavonoids. Regulatory bodies like the FDA consider tea to be safe for consumption. Organizations like the WHO have reviewed tea's potential health benefits, noting associations with reduced risk of certain chronic diseases, though more research is needed to confirm causality. JECFA has evaluated tea and set acceptable daily intake levels.