Black Tea vs. Black Cohosh: Understanding the Difference

Black tea is a type of tea that is created from dry leaves called "Camellia sinensis". Black tea can stimulate the heart and clear lung passages. Black Cohosh (cimicifuga racemosa) is a woodland plant and is known for being beneficial to women's health.

Caffeine

• One cup of black tea can contain up to 50 milligrams of caffeine. Black Cohosh contains no caffeine.

Black tea origin

• Black tea can be traced back to Southeast Asia. The plant can grow up to 40 feet in height.

Black Cohosh origin

• Black Cohosh can be traced back to the United States. Native Americans use it to treat snake bites and joint problems.

Women's Benefits

• Black Cohosh can help relieve symptoms of menopause and menstrual discomfort.

Black Cohosh ingredients

• Black Cohosh contains cimicifugin, salicylic acid, actein, vitamin C and tannins.

Black tea benefits

• Black tea can reduce the chance of cancer growth and help inflammation.