 ceramic teapot
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Hand blown glass teapot is a unique and cost effective present
idea for
showers, anniversaries, Mother's Day, wedding presents, or the holidays.
Every tea kettle is meticulously hand finished by experienced
glass craftsmen.
Hand
blown Euro teapot. Tea pots have a
real artistic, historic and cultural value all over
the world. Teapots have become great gift items. The
1st tea kettle originated in China in the 16th Century.
The Japanese enjoyed various teas, including green tea.
By the 18th Century the teapots manufactured at Yixing, China,
were being produced in forms which had symbolic significations,
for example, peach shape for extended life and good fortune,
pomegranate for many, hardy children.
Early
teapots, when brought to Europe, prompted
potters to produce new variations of tea pot culture.
England, being more keen on tea drinking than the remainder
of Europe, made the teapot their own specialism.
Now,
tea drinking is making a resurgence in the U.S.
Some state Americans are shifting from "happy hour"
to "tea time." Excessive social drinking is
increasingly frowned upon and, with executives facing
shrinking expense accounts, the "power lunch"
is being replaced by the "power tea." Herbal
teas popularized during the 1960s are also realising
adoption as additional folks try to stay away from caffeine.
Today
we relish an assortment of herbal teas.
Many specialized "healthy" teas are now available.
Many of these are decaffeinated and organic versions
of the different tea types. A choice of tea varieties
is perfect for afternoon tea or a simple tea party.
Research
with green tea in animals has shown it can subdue arthritis.
Green tea, already extolled for its cancer fighting ability,
may also protect against certain autoimmune disorders,
new research suggests. Green teas suppress the expression
of antigens made by the body, substances that can activate
an immune response. EGCG, a substance found in green
tea is known to suppress inflammation.
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