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digofarias
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 Posted - Feb 09 2013 : 10:10:05 AM
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According to google 100g of black tea contains only 0.02g of caffeine.
I've done my research on the forum and noticed that people talk mostly about coffee (pure caffeine) that I believe would be much worse than a cup of black tea itself.
My question is: after morning meditation do you believe it would be ok to have a cup of loose leaf black tea before going to work?
I've brought a lot of organic black tea and green tea from England and I wouldn't like to get rid of them since apart from being organic I've heard they're healthy.
Thank you in advance. |
Edited by - digofarias on Feb 09 2013 10:11:00 AM |
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AYPforum
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Posted - Feb 09 2013 : 10:20:22 AM
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woosa
United Kingdom
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Posted - Feb 09 2013 : 11:00:43 AM
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Hi Digofarias
I've been drinking tea all my life and have many cups through the day (a cup or two of coffee most days too) and I'm still alive. I have a cup o'tea after the morning session too - no problems.
Everything in moderation I say. If you overlook the caffeine in tea (which is only a small amount) it contains many beneficial properties and it's tasty.
If you want to get rid of the tea you could always send it my way  . |
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HathaTeacher
Sweden
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Posted - Feb 09 2013 : 12:00:12 PM
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Originally posted by woosa
Everything in moderation I say... If you want to get rid of the tea you could always send it my way .
You can moderate it like they do in rural Japan, to make sure the caffenie doesn't impede their sleep: new loose green-tea leaves into the teapot in the morning, pour hot water over. Then each time you pour more hot water over it during the day, it gets less and less strong, and finally in the evening, it's mostly water with just a slight tea flavor. |
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digofarias
Brazil
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Posted - Feb 09 2013 : 12:13:25 PM
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Thank you guys!
The reason why I asked is because my Kundalini is awaken and I've read here in this forum that caffeine can block the benefits of meditation or something even worse for those who have kundalini awaken.
I'm going to try a cuppa tomorrow.
PS: woosa, unfortunately I won't post it to you, I'm going to have it all! sorry haha |
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Namath
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Posted - Feb 09 2013 : 1:47:12 PM
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Hi
If you want a quick and short answer then it's "No"
But of course...You have to experiment for yourself.
Over here,can't drink tea,coffee,carbonated drinks containing cola,hot chocolate.... "I still break the rule sometimes but never end with pleasant results"
I love green tea with Jasmine and green tea with lemon grass but I become hyperactive with extra boost of energy.I have some in the morning but not every day.
Hot beverages that are with no side effects so far in my case :ginger,fennel and sage herbs.
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Victor
USA
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Posted - Feb 09 2013 : 1:55:45 PM
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| Tea?! What is next on the list of "bad foods"? OK, it is true that black tea as it is usually prepared is loaded with dihydrogen monoxide but they put that stuff in almost all foods and beverages. I guess I like to live dangerously.. /happily has cup |
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Namath
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Posted - Feb 09 2013 : 2:36:19 PM
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Originally posted by Victor
it is usually prepared is loaded with dihydrogen monoxide I guess I like to live dangerously.. /happily has cup
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kami
USA
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Posted - Feb 09 2013 : 2:37:28 PM
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Hi digofarias,
Why do you ask? Just curious...
Most of us have gone through phases of "giving up" or "renouncing" this or that - coffee, alcohol, meat, sex, whatever, because we have been told that that specific thing isn't conducive to making progress. However, in my experience and humble opinion, it doesn't work like that. Renouncing is never forced, and is never effective "outside in".
Some years ago, I stopped drinking coffee and tea (don't care for alcohol anyway) and eating anything that was not sattvic, including onions, garlic, green peppers, etc. for more than a year. And it was frustrating at the time to feel that I was not making much progress spiritually despite this (and other austerities). Finally, I just gave up that rigid idea and started drinking coffee again - a morning ritual I have loved and had missed. There were more openings and deep spiritual insights within the following month than the previous year.
Be if caffeine or anything else, each of us will go through periods of not wanting it, being sensitive to it, and finally, that "it" not making any difference whatsoever. True renouncing is what comes "inside out".
I'd suggest learning to listen to your intuition and your body - it will tell you when (and if) to cut back on tea. Looks like it is telling you now to enjoy it - go for it!! It will not make you any less spiritual
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mathurs
United Kingdom
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Posted - Feb 11 2013 : 10:38:15 AM
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Organic, english tea! Dont waste it - Please do post it to Woosa.
Woosa - I get commission this consignment!
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woosa
United Kingdom
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Posted - Feb 11 2013 : 3:16:33 PM
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Originally posted by mathurs
Organic, english tea! Dont waste it - Please do post it to Woosa.
Woosa - I get commission this consignment!
No way, I saw it first! It's mine  It'll be a reprieve from the swill I'm drinking at the moment. |
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mathurs
United Kingdom
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Posted - Feb 13 2013 : 04:13:08 AM
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crazymandrew
USA
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Posted - Feb 18 2013 : 02:44:14 AM
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| Green Tea has a lot less caffeine and it has a caffeine suppresent in it called L-Theanine. So green tea is pratically neutral on caffeine. |
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digofarias
Brazil
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Posted - Feb 18 2013 : 6:58:35 PM
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| Thank you guys!!! I had black tea and it was fine... :) |
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CarlyJeffin
USA
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Posted - Aug 15 2013 : 10:59:14 AM
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| Yes I suppose its totally ok, I drink a lot of tea, but I have iron deficiency and drinking tea can worsen it, as well as coffee. Someone asked the question is black tea good for you here and you can read what other people also write. I should probably replace it with green tea but I don't like the taste. |
Edited by - CarlyJeffin on Aug 16 2013 08:29:27 AM |
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Need very quick help about black tea - yes or no!
