Oolong tea is unique because of its partial fermentation which produces and diverse arrangement of both off-green and black leaves. This tea is beautiful, tasty, full bodied, healthy and with a mildly smooth aftertaste. The tea has become more popular in the West, marketed mainly as a diet aid, but like all teas, oolong is rich in antioxidants that can help prevent cancer, heart disease and contribute to well-being. The health benefits are almost secondary to the simple enjoyment of the unique full bodied brew of oolong teas.

So what is the current craze with Wu Long slimming tea about? Claims like "World's Most Powerful Fat Burner - Melt Away Your Fat, Skyrocket Your Energy, and Cut The Effects Of Carbs!", are speeding around the internet at the speed of light. It is true that Oolong/Wu Long tea not only boosts metabolism and suppresses sugar cravings, but it may also burn fat, making tea a good addition to any healthy diet plan. However claims that you need to purchase special brands of Wu long tea to get these benefits should be met with a healthy dose of skepticism. The main difference that I can see between Wu long and Oolong tea is the exorbitant price you pay for teas branded as Wu long.