The seven best and most popular teas in Nigeria.

To a large extent, tea helps the body fight cold, reduce calories and promotes good sleep. True tea is derived from Camellia sinensis plant leaves. While there are many types of teas, the difference is in the method of processing. The leaves either undergoes full fermentation, partial fermentation or no fermentation. On the other hand, herbal tea which is now common is made from herbs, spices, dried fruits, and flowers. There are numerous researches which show that drinking tea can actually improve one’s health. For instance, scientists have found that catechins (antioxidants) in tea increase the body’s ability to burn fat, and enhances muscle functioning. Tea is a good no-calorie alternative to water, which provides numerous flavour varieties, and can be enjoyed hot or cold.

It is important to note that every tea is made different. In order to get the most benefits from tea, it is essential to choose the right tea for your body needs. To guide you, here are the seven (7) best and most popular teas in Nigeria.

Lipton Yellow Label Tea

• Manufactured by Unilever plc.
• It has a net weight of 50g with 25bags in it, and a pack sells at N200.
• Its production to expiration lifespan is 2years.
• This product is very popular among Nigerians.
• Many observed that the product is very consistent, and has the same taste every time.
• One consumer mentioned that 1 bag of the yellow label tea can be used twice.
• Lipton Yellow Tea comes from the processed leaves of the plant Camellia sinensis.
• It has a smooth taste, good flavor and contains polyphenols.
• Polyphenols in yellow teas are known to promote digestive health and a healthy heart.
• Polyphenols also improve blood sugar levels, aid diabetes treatment, weight loss and prevent cancer.
• Lipton Yellow Tea has a mild taste and helps reduce stress.

Top Tea

• Packed by Promasidor Limited.
• It is marked by the manufacturers to contain 100% black tea (Camelia sinensis) with ginger flavour.
• With a net weight of 47.5g, it contains 25bags and is being sold at N600.
• The product can be found in virtually all shops/ stores dealing in teas.
• Top Tea expiration period is 2years.
• It is available in three flavours: traditional black tea, lemon and lime tea, and ginger tea.
• The product is in the form of big round tea bags, which many like about it.
• Top Tea contains antioxidant theanine, which works to reduce stress, anxiety, and improve mental performance.
• It is made from a rich blend of tea leaves, which makes it a healthy tea option for consumers.

Loyd Warming Tea

• Manufactured by Mokate in Europe.
• It has a net weight of 34g and contains 20 tea bags, and is sold for N615.
• Its production to expiration period is 2years.
• Loyd Warming Tea can be found majorly in supermarkets and malls.
• This product consists of ginger, lemon and honey, and is essentially a kind of herbal tea.
• The product is marked to contain green tea, white tea, and aloe vera.
• It is packed in a foil, which does not easily tear like regular tea bags.
• There are many varieties of this product.
• Some of its other variants include: quince and prickly pearl 34g (N615), green tea with lemon honey and ginger 40g (N820), flavour green tea with lemon 30g (N880), good night sleep herbal selection 24g (N920).
• Each variant taste uniquely like its blended ingredient.
• It also contains antioxidants, which helps to burn fat and increases metabolism rate.
• Loyd Warming Tea has mild caffeine content.

Glen Black Tea

• Manufactured by Unilever plc.
• The product weighs 45g with 25 tea bags, and is economical being sold at N165.
• Its expiration lifespan is 2years.
• This product can be found in many supermarkets across the country.
• Glen Black Tea contains caffeine and increases metabolism.
• As a result of its nutritional make-up, it protects the body against brittle and fragile bones (osteoporosis).
• Consuming this product can help regulate your cholesterol levels.
• It may also lower diabetes and kidney stones conditions.
• Black teas are generally known to boost blood pressure, for people with low blood pressure.
• A consumer observed it helps her loose weight.

Master Tea Moringa Herbal

• Manufactured by Ruch Investment manufacturing ltd.
• The product is marked as 100% natural antioxidant tea made from Moringa Oleifera.
• Due to its antioxidant makeup, it can be taken as a detoxifier.
• The expiration lifespan for this product is 2 years.
• There are the 40g and the 60g (jumbo pack) sizes.
• The 60g big pack contains 30 tea bags, and is sold at N750 in supermarkets and malls.
• It has different variants: moringa plus ginger, moringa plus ginger, hibinger hibiscus plus ginger, and hibiscus ingredient hibiscus sabdariffa flower.
• Wrapped in a foil, it does not easily tear like regular tea bags.
• Many consumers testified that it works to stabilize blood sugar for diabetes patients and lower blood pressure.
• Master Tea Moringa Tea is good for both the immune and digestive system, and aids good sleep.
• This tea has anti-aging effects, suitable for the convalescents and provides quick energy.

Day Farm Moringa Tea

• Manufactured by Havilland inv ltd.
• Primarily made with moringa and ginger, there are different sizes.
• The 50g variant has 25 tea bags and sells for N720.
• The expiration lifespan for this product is 2 years.
• Moringa tea does not contain caffeine and is suitable for pregnant women.
• It contains calcium and phosphorus which keep the bones healthy and strong.
• The calcium and phosphorus content in this product, also makes it useful against anthritis.
• A consumer mentioned that it helped in fixing his sexual dysfunction problems by reducing stress.
• It is highly suitable for sound sleep.
• Day Farm Moringa Tea can help people dealing with joint problems, diabetes, and kidney stones.

Qualitea Natural Green Tea

• Manufactured by Qualitea Ceylon (Pvt) Ltd.
• It comes in different sizes: 50g, 200g and so on.
• The 50g size, contains 25 sachet tea bags and is sold for N920.
• According to the American Medical Association, it lowers cholesterol and reduces the risk of stroke.
• The production to expiration period is 3 years.
• This tea also has anti-aging effects, and rejuvenates the skin.
• A consumer who is uses Qualitea Natural Green Tea mentioned that it works well in reducing weight and shedding calories.
• One of the most interesting things about the product is that it prevents tooth decay.
• The product also reduces the risk of developing cancer due to its antioxidant properties– National Cancer Institute.
• Qualitea Natural Green Tea is known to contain vitamin C and prevents scurvy.