Fenjan tea—often referring to traditional Middle Eastern-style tea served in small cups—can vary widely in composition, but if you're asking about its impact on cholesterol, here's what the science says about tea in general:
🫖 Tea & Cholesterol: What You Should Know
- Green Tea: Rich in catechins, green tea has been shown to lower LDL ("bad") cholesterol and total cholesterol while slightly raising HDL ("good") cholesterol.
- Black Tea: Contains theaflavins, which may help reduce LDL cholesterol by enhancing liver receptor activity and blocking cholesterol absorption in the intestines.
- Herbal Teas: While not made from the Camellia sinensis plant, some herbal teas—like hibiscus, peppermint, and ginger—have shown promise in lowering cholesterol due to their antioxidant content.
🍵 Fenjan Tea Context
If your fenjan tea is made with black or green tea, it likely carries these cholesterol-lowering benefits. However, if it's a herbal blend, the effect depends on the specific herbs used.
