Like their close cousin, black tea, both white tea and green tea come from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. The colors of the leaves reflect the amount of wilting and oxidation they have undergone.

3 Ballerina Tea is not made from actual tea leaves. This particular herbal diet tea has only two ingredients: malva verticillata and cassia angustifolia, known respectively as Chinese mallow and senna. Neither herb contains caffeine or ephedrines, but they are both powerful laxatives and diuretics.

The value of a digestive system "cleanse" to detoxify the body is controversial, but anecdotal evidence suggests that a short-term cleanse does have benefits in general well-being. One popular detox cleansing drink is the olive oil and lemon juice cleanse.

Forget the kind you drank in kindergarten -- for grown ups, apple juice is a secret flavor weapon, flavoring everything from pork chops to smoothies. But it can be confusing to distinguish between the myriad varieties of juice and cider that look and taste like apples.

Tang is a sweet, tangy, orange-flavored, non-carbonated soft drink mix made in the United States and named after the tangerine fruit. It was originally formulated for the General Foods Corporation and marketed in the late 1950s. It is now owned by Kraft Foods.

Packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants, juices are renowned as health-boosting beverages.

Clove tea is a good option for a flavorful, nutritious hot beverage. A potent spice available year round, clove offers a variety of health benefits, according to the June 2007 issue of "Phytotherapy Research," and its oil is widely sold as a nutritional supplement.

The 5-Hour Energy drink is a popular energy supplement that comes in a small 2 oz. container. It differs from other energy drinks in that it contains no net carbs or sugar and only a small amount of caffeine.

Iron is one of the most abundant elements on earth. It is an essential element for humans, and it is used in a variety of industrial processes. It is also found in drinking water. High levels of iron can be fatal, but the amount found in drinking water is typically too low to be dangerous.

Amp Energy Drink is a popular energy drink in the United States. This drink has enjoyed success because of its connection with Mountain Dew, a high-caffeine soft drink available throughout the country. It is available in convenience stores and in some supermarkets.

Every cell, tissue and organ in your body relies on proteins for basic biological processes. Since the protein turnover in your body is constant, it's essential to replace them by eating-protein rich foods such as dairy and nuts. An easy way to pack protein into your diet is with a shake.

Coffee-mate is the brand name for a line of non-dairy creamers manufactured by Nestle. It includes both liquid and power forms, and comes in a variety of flavors. People typically add Coffee-mate to coffee when a dairy creamer is either unavailable or undesirable. Some versions of Coffee-mate are also sugar-free.