1st Dec., 2000

Wonders of nature combined in one drink -- VITA Jasmine Tea

Nature's creativity is truly astonishing. All over the world we can find plants with health-giving properties, while others capture our imagination because of their sheer beauty or their delicate fragrance.

Made from jasmine green tea leaves, the high-quality VITA Jasmine Tea has combined these two wonders of nature into one product.

Jasmine is one of the most alluringly aromatic plants. Its white or yellow flowers carry a delicate yet distinctive perfume and have won a place in the hearts of people around the world. A favourite ingredient for perfumiers, jasmine has also been hailed by the makers of teas and is frequently used to add a special touch to the beverage.

Tea has a history in China going back 4,000 years and it has been recognised for its health-giving properties almost since it was discovered - and it is in green tea that those are strongest.

These have been acknowledged in China and Japan for centuries, but only now are scientists beginning to understand why. Green tea is a powerful anti-oxidant, thus it delays the ageing process by inhibiting the production of free radicals. Some research shows that green tea helps prevent cancer and heart disease, restrict the increase of "bad" cholesterol, control high blood pressure, lower blood sugar level and as an antibacterial it even helps prevent tooth cavities from developing and fights viruses.
VITA Jasmine Tea is now available in 250mL paper-packs.

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For more information, please contact:
Stella Lung
Public Relations Manager
Vitasoy International Holdings Limited
Tel: 2468 9644 Fax: 2465 1008
e-mail:pubrel@vitasoy.com