Herbal, flower and fruit teas may no longer be called tea as FSSAI tightens labelling rules to prevent food misbranding.
Only Camellia sinensis-based drinks can be labelled as tea in India, says FSSAI.
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a formal clarification, where they mentioned that, in India, only beverages made from the Camellia sinensis plant will be labelled as Tea. This move comes after regulators noticed Food Business Operators (FBOs) marketed products like herbal tea, flower tea, and rooibos tea, even though they are not derived from the traditional tea plant.
What Qualifies As Real Tea In India
According to FSSAI, tea is defined under the Food Safety and Standards (Food Product Standards and Food Additives) Regulations, 2011. Products only made with the Camellia sinensis plant qualify as tea. It includes black tea, green tea, white tea, oolong tea, Kangra tea and instant tea in solid form. In all these varieties, the difference is just the processing methods like oxidation and drying, but all come from the same plant.
Why Herbal And Flower Teas Are A Problem
FSSAI clarified that plant-based or herbal infusions made from flowers, herbs, fruits, or other plants do not qualify as tea. Using the word “tea” for such products, either directly or indirectly, is misleading. As per labelling rules under the Food Safety and Standards (Labelling and Display) Regulations, 2020, the name of the food must reflect its true nature on the front of the package. Calling herbal infusions “tea” amounts to misbranding under the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006.
What FSSAI Has Directed Businesses To Do
All FBOs, including e-commerce platforms, have been directed to stop the use of the word ‘tea’ for products not derived from Camellia sinensis. Based on their ingredients, these products can be categorised and classified as proprietary foods or non-specified foods. State food safety authorities have been given strict monitoring instructions and action to be taken against violators.
For consumers, the clarification brings more transparency. Green tea and black tea remain unchanged. However, products commonly known as chamomile tea, hibiscus tea, or rooibos tea may soon be sold as “herbal infusions” or “flower infusions,” helping buyers better understand what they are consuming.
With this move, FSSAI aims to curb misleading labels and ensure honesty in food marketing, reinforcing that in India, “real tea” comes only from Camellia sinensis.
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January 02, 2026, 12:02 IST
Newslifestylefood No More Herbal ‘Tea’? FSSAI Clarifies What Can Legally Be Called Tea In India
Following a recovery attempt in the early trading hours on Friday, EUR/USD lost its traction and retreated slightly below 1.1750. The pair could have a difficult time gathering directional momentum as trading conditions are likely to remain thin in between the New Year holiday and the weekend.
Euro Price This week
The table below shows the percentage change of Euro (EUR) against listed major currencies this week. Euro was the weakest against the US Dollar.
USD
EUR
GBP
JPY
CAD
AUD
NZD
CHF
USD
0.24%
0.16%
0.28%
0.38%
0.10%
1.24%
0.58%
EUR
-0.24%
-0.08%
0.04%
0.14%
-0.15%
0.99%
0.33%
GBP
-0.16%
0.08%
0.27%
0.22%
-0.07%
1.08%
0.40%
JPY
-0.28%
-0.04%
-0.27%
0.10%
-0.18%
0.94%
0.29%
CAD
-0.38%
-0.14%
-0.22%
-0.10%
-0.24%
0.85%
0.18%
AUD
-0.10%
0.15%
0.07%
0.18%
0.24%
1.15%
0.46%
NZD
-1.24%
-0.99%
-1.08%
-0.94%
-0.85%
-1.15%
-0.67%
CHF
-0.58%
-0.33%
-0.40%
-0.29%
-0.18%
-0.46%
0.67%
The heat map shows percentage changes of major currencies against each other. The base currency is picked from the left column, while the quote currency is picked from the top row. For example, if you pick the Euro from the left column and move along the horizontal line to the US Dollar, the percentage change displayed in the box will represent EUR (base)/USD (quote).
Earlier in the week, the modest US Dollar (USD) recovery caused EUR/USD to edge lower. In the absence of fundamental drivers, profit-taking toward the end of the year may have caused the USD to gather strength.
In the new year, the potential policy divergence between the Federal Reserve (Fed) and the European Central Bank (ECB) could remain as the primary driver of EUR/USD’s action. While the Fed is widely seen is adopting a dovish stance to support the labor market, the ECB is expected to remain patient, with the European economy showing resilience and inflation holding steady.
The 20-period Simple Moving Average (SMA) has turned lower and now sits beneath the 50 SMA, while price stays below these short-term gauges. The 50-, 100-, and 200-period SMAs edge higher, with price above the latter two, keeping the broader bias mildly positive despite near-term softness. The Relative Strength Index (RSI) stands at 42.76, below the 50 midline and signaling waning momentum.
Measured from the 1.1503 low to the 1.1800 high, the 23.6% retracement and the 100-period SMA form a support area at 1.1730-1.1740. With a drop below this region, the 38.2% retracement at 1.1687 could be seen as the next support before 1.1665 (200-period SMA). Immediate resistance aligns at 1.1755-1.1760 (20-period SMA, 50-period SMA), followed by 1.1800 (end-point of the uptrend) and 1.1840 (static level).
(The technical analysis of this story was written with the help of an AI tool)
Euro FAQs
The Euro is the currency for the 20 European Union countries that belong to the Eurozone. It is the second most heavily traded currency in the world behind the US Dollar. In 2022, it accounted for 31% of all foreign exchange transactions, with an average daily turnover of over $2.2 trillion a day.
EUR/USD is the most heavily traded currency pair in the world, accounting for an estimated 30% off all transactions, followed by EUR/JPY (4%), EUR/GBP (3%) and EUR/AUD (2%).
The European Central Bank (ECB) in Frankfurt, Germany, is the reserve bank for the Eurozone. The ECB sets interest rates and manages monetary policy.
The ECB’s primary mandate is to maintain price stability, which means either controlling inflation or stimulating growth. Its primary tool is the raising or lowering of interest rates. Relatively high interest rates – or the expectation of higher rates – will usually benefit the Euro and vice versa.
The ECB Governing Council makes monetary policy decisions at meetings held eight times a year. Decisions are made by heads of the Eurozone national banks and six permanent members, including the President of the ECB, Christine Lagarde.
Eurozone inflation data, measured by the Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP), is an important econometric for the Euro. If inflation rises more than expected, especially if above the ECB’s 2% target, it obliges the ECB to raise interest rates to bring it back under control.
Relatively high interest rates compared to its counterparts will usually benefit the Euro, as it makes the region more attractive as a place for global investors to park their money.
Data releases gauge the health of the economy and can impact on the Euro. Indicators such as GDP, Manufacturing and Services PMIs, employment, and consumer sentiment surveys can all influence the direction of the single currency.
A strong economy is good for the Euro. Not only does it attract more foreign investment but it may encourage the ECB to put up interest rates, which will directly strengthen the Euro. Otherwise, if economic data is weak, the Euro is likely to fall.
Economic data for the four largest economies in the euro area (Germany, France, Italy and Spain) are especially significant, as they account for 75% of the Eurozone’s economy.
Another significant data release for the Euro is the Trade Balance. This indicator measures the difference between what a country earns from its exports and what it spends on imports over a given period.
If a country produces highly sought after exports then its currency will gain in value purely from the extra demand created from foreign buyers seeking to purchase these goods. Therefore, a positive net Trade Balance strengthens a currency and vice versa for a negative balance.
On a recent cleaning spree, I came across a basket shoved at the back of a cupboard containing around 30 colourful little jars. I rattled them around, peering at the labels: zinc, vitamin D, magnesium, cod liver oil, omega 3, and basically any other supplement you could name. The collection had accrued over the course of several years, picked up – and then swiftly dropped. Health sprees that only had a hefty bill from Holland & Barrett to show for them.
The majority of us are susceptible to the idea that “investing” in our health equates to spending hard-earned cash to prove to ourselves that we’re serious. The unworn trainers or expensive yoga pants, the unused gym membership (a cliché because it’s true) – and, for others like me, a huge box of very good intentions, rattling around the drawer under the bathroom sink.
Did I clear out everything best before 2022 (or, in some cases, 2019)? Yes. Did I also reignite the urge to buy more? Naturally. Like most people, I’d also been recently caught in the TikTok wellness trap, where everyone appears to have the answers, no matter what their credentials. Powdered greens – a dietary supplement of vegetables, fruits and algae which claims to be a concentrated dose of nutrients – appeared to be a brilliantly easy panacea, as did supplements I’d never previously taken notice of – milk thistle, to cleanse a tired liver for a tenner, or ashwagandha to lower blood pressure and anxiety, and collagen for pretty much everything else.
It doesn’t need pointing out that the platform has very little merit in the health world, yet sales of beauty and wellness products such as supplements are through the roof on ever-influential TikTok Shop – and this is big business.
For the supplements industry, health really is wealth. Over the last 15 years, the over-the-counter vitamins and minerals market has grown exponentially, generating more than £650m in UK sales in 2024. In the US, it’s far higher, with one of the more conservative estimates suggesting Americans will be swallowing $70bn of supplements by 2030.
It is, of course, unsurprising. Five years ago, we lived through an unprecedented global health crisis that, when life was boiled down to the bare basics, gave us all a thorough wake-up call. Covid led us all to reconsider our perceptions of health, the way we live and, crucially, how we prevent ourselves from getting ill. Naturally, many people turned to quick-fix supplements – and sales were their highest in more than a decade; almost twice the amount sold nationally last year.
Vulnerability is what the supplement sector thrives on – but as to whether they work, it’s a lot more complicated.
One size does not fit all
“We should think about taking supplements like a prescription,” says registered nutritional therapist GQ Jordan. Much of the time, we’re conditioned to think that taking supplements, whatever they are, must be safeguarding or improving our health. We forget that health – existing or genetically predisposed conditions, our levels of fitness and diet – is not an equal starting point for all of us. Additionally, some over-the-counter vitamins and minerals can interact with medication.
“It’s really important to try and take a personalised approach to all of these things – what works for one person might not work for another; everyone has their own signs and symptoms of what they might be lacking, probably the first thing to do is to track those to see if there’s any consistency. So, if you’re waking up in the night consistently or having an energy dip in the afternoon, it might be a good sign to consider taking some magnesium or vitamin D to see if they help,” advises Jordan.
‘It’s really important to try and take a personalised approach to all of these things – what works for one person might not work for another,’ says a women’s health nutritionist (Getty/iStock)
If at all possible, Jordan says, speak to your GP about your own health status before deciding what you need supplementing, and before sinking a load of cash into your local pharmacy. Or, if that’s not possible and you can afford to, put that money towards seeing a nutritionist. Getting goodness through diet is more sustainable in the long run because of how things are broken down in our gut. Some supplements aren’t suitable for people with underlying health concerns, especially when it comes to the liver, which must process everything you put in your body.
Finally, remember that your requirements will change depending on your current situation. As we age, our hormones change drastically, which can change what we need and how much of it is needed.
Not all supplements are made equal
Far from it. Supplements, says Lynsey Vaughan, nutritionist and product innovation lead at wellness brand Higher Nature, which is “committed to unmasking the world of supplements”. “There are a few things to keep in mind,” Vaughan explains, particularly whether the capsule or tablet is made of natural ingredients.
“A non-active ingredient might be the physical shell that you put the ingredients into, and then there are also excipients, which is an industry term for non-active ingredients. Not all supplements have them in – and many don’t have the right amount in. For a good supplement, you want the actual ingredient, limited non-active and synthetic ingredients, and to get the right dose. There are many that I come across where I’ll look at the formula and think, ‘What is that even doing?’ Often there’s no real benefit at all.”
You can’t out-supplement a bad diet (Getty/iStock)
Just like in ultra-processed foods, look at how many ingredients are listed. Too many non-active or synthetic ingredients make it much harder for the body to digest and, adds Jordan, can cause more harm than good.
“You could think that you’re safeguarding your health or being proactive, which comes from a really good place, but then choose supplements that might not be right for you on a personal level or up to scratch. That could have a real impact on other aspects of your health, particularly your gut health, because the supplements contain all these buffers and preservatives that aren’t really essential.
“The gut lining is super-sensitive. It’s the barrier between our outside world and our body, essentially, and these things can have a compounding irritating effect.”
In terms of the label, look out for “synthetics versus natural food form”, recommends Vaughan. “Most people assume that vitamins and minerals are natural. In fact, one survey found that 70 per cent of people think that vitamins and minerals in fortified foods are natural, but they’re not – they’re synthetic. Similarly in the supplement world, there’s a huge knowledge gap.”
You can’t ‘out supplement’ a bad diet
“I’m allergic to the wellness industry wheel,” Jordan jokes. “Most of the ads we all see online – things like green powders, for example – should be under investigation, in my opinion. Many of them create pain points for people and then target them for vulnerability: weight loss, infertility … Solve your PCOS [polycystic ovary syndrome] with an expensive green powder. It’s really dangerous.”
Most people assume that all vitamins and minerals are natural… not so (Getty/iStock)
And it can mean that we end up feeling more comfortable paying less attention to what we’re actually eating. “Nothing can supplement a bad lifestyle,” Jordan says.
Vaughan agrees. “Based on dietary data, around 75 per cent of people in the UK are not eating enough oily fish,” she says. Generally, our diets have changed exponentially in the last few decades – and Vaughan knows the impact from her own health struggles with Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. “I forced myself to eat liver, which is full of nutrients, when I went through my own health struggles,” she explains.
Back in the day, especially in poorer communities, we used to eat much more offal and cheap oily fish such as kippers. It goes without saying that we should also be focusing on eating lots of rich, leafy greens and moving our bodies enough, which all helps with our gut health and would alleviate the need for so many supplements in the first place. That baseline, both Vaughan and Jordan agree, must be heeded before we start trying to compensate over the counter.
If you take just one supplement, this should be it
It’s a close call here: for Jordan, vitamin D, omega 3 and magnesium all chart high; for Vaughan, omega 3 just about tips it with vitamin D a close second. In fact, the government recommends we should all take a supplement for vitamin D, as thanks to the lack of sunlight in the UK, which stimulates the production of it in our bodies naturally, most of us are deficient.
“I actually recommend taking vitamin D all year round, not just in winter and autumn months,” says Jordan. “Just having that can really help your energy, help your mood, help your gut as well, and your immunity.”
Experts recommend taking vitamin D all year round, not just in the winter months (Getty/iStock)
And even when we are eating enough oily fish, which is packed with omega 3, Vaughan notes that recent years have seen fluctuations in the amount of nutrients we’re getting from fish like salmon and mackerel.
“There’s some evidence that omega 3 levels in oily fish have been declining over the last 50 years,” she explains. So there’s a combination of, not only are we not eating enough, but the amount that you used to have to eat to get enough omega 3 is now no longer enough either, so it exacerbates it.
“Omega 3s are so important for us at the cellular level – every single cell membrane needs omega 3s to kind of work their membranes to work flexibly, to let nutrients in, let waste out. They’re also good for hormone balance, brain function. It’s incredibly necessary.”
Jordan agrees, adding that it’s especially important in pregnancy and postpartum. “A particular DHA, a specific type of omega 3, is given to the baby, not mum in that time. So women who have experienced brain fog after giving birth, for example, might benefit from supplementing with omega 3 to get those levels back up.”
Ethereum (ETHUSD) has climbed to $3006.78, reflecting a 1.34% increase today. With recent fluctuations between $2990.88 and $3024.94, traders and investors are keen to understand whether Ethereum will hit the $3086.8 forecast this month. Let’s delve into the data from market trends, technical indicators, and more.
Current Price and Market Overview
The current trading price for Ethereum USD is $3006.78, marking a 1.34% increase from the previous day. The day’s low was $2990.88, while the high reached $3024.94. Ethereum’s market cap stands at $359 billion, and the recent volume of 331.8 million is slightly higher than the average of 330.9 million. This uptick aligns with ETHUSD’s 5-day change of 3.95%, despite a monthly decline of 5.10%. In the bigger picture, Ethereum’s YTD change is a positive 6.14%.
Technical Indicators Signal a Mixed Outlook
Ethereum’s relative strength index (RSI) of 45.08 suggests a neutral market sentiment, neither overbought nor oversold. The MACD is at -74.71 with a signal of -89.30, indicating a potential reversal as it narrows the gap. Meanwhile, the Average Directional Index (ADX) at 31.21 points to a strong trend, though not entirely positive. With the Bollinger Bands’ middle line at $3021.25, the current price is hovering just below this average, reflecting modest volatility.
Forecasts Suggest a Modest Target
According to recent forecasts, Ethereum is expected to reach $3086.8 in the coming month. This monthly forecast shows moderate optimism, contrasting with a year-long projection near $3003.66. For long-term prospects, Ethereum’s price is predicted to climb to $3441.43 over three years, bolstered by its growth potential within the blockchain space and evolving market trends. These forecasts, however, are subject to change due to macroeconomic shifts, regulations, or unexpected events affecting the crypto market.
Recent News and Market Sentiment
Recent news about Ethereum from reputable sources like Yahoo Finance highlights its consistent presence in the crypto market. The frequent updates may contribute to Ethereum’s stable trading volumes, which have slightly outperformed the average in recent days. As the market remains open to new developments, investors continue to monitor Ethereum’s performance closely. Meyka AI, with its AI-powered market insights, offers extensive coverage and analysis of Ethereum and other cryptocurrencies.
Final Thoughts
As Ethereum trades at $3006.78, the market remains focused on reaching the forecasted $3086.8 level this January. With mixed technical indicators and cautious optimism in forecasts, Ethereum’s price movement will depend on various factors, including market sentiment and external events. Staying informed through platforms like Meyka AI can aid in understanding these shifts without making financial advice or predictions.
FAQs
What is the current price of ETHUSD?
The current price of ETHUSD is $3006.78, showing a 1.34% increase from the previous close of $2967.07. It recently fluctuated between a low of $2990.88 and a high of $3024.94.
What are the key technical indicators for Ethereum?
Key technical indicators include an RSI of 45.08 (neutral), MACD at -74.71 with a narrowing signal, and an ADX of 31.21 indicating a strong trend. The price is slightly below the middle Bollinger Band average of $3021.25.
What are Ethereum’s short-term and long-term forecasts?
Short-term forecasts expect Ethereum to reach $3086.8 this month, while long-term projections anticipate $3441.43 in three years and $3878.93 in five years.
How has Ethereum performed year-to-date?
Ethereum has shown a year-to-date increase of 6.14%, reflecting steady growth despite recent fluctuations in its price movement over the past month and quarter.
What could impact Ethereum’s projected price movements?
Ethereum’s price can be influenced by macroeconomic shifts, changes in regulations, and unexpected market events, affecting its forecasts and market dynamics.
Disclaimer:
Cryptocurrency markets are highly volatile. This content is for informational purposes only.
The Forecast Prediction Model is provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered financial advice. Meyka AI PTY LTD provides market data and sentiment analysis, not financial advice.
Always do your own research and consider consulting a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions.
Water is the simplest wellness tool—and yet, it’s surrounded by confusion. From “8 glasses a day” rules to fear about drinking water with heart conditions, myths can prevent people from hydrating the right way. Let’s separate fact from fiction and understand how water truly supports heart health.
Myths Surrounding Water & Heart Health
Myth 1: Drinking More Water Automatically Lowers Blood Pressure
Reality: Hydration supports healthy blood circulation and prevents blood thickening, but water alone is not a treatment for high blood pressure. Blood pressure is influenced by diet, activity, stress, sleep, and genetics. Drinking enough water helps your heart work efficiently—but it must be part of a balanced lifestyle.
Myth 2: Everyone Needs Exactly 8 Glasses of Water a Day
Reality: There’s no one-size-fits-all number. Hydration needs depend on age, climate, activity level, diet, and health conditions. People living in hot climates, exercising regularly, or consuming more salt may need more fluids, while others may need less.
Myth 3: Only Plain Water Counts toward Hydration
Reality: Hydration also comes from fruits, vegetables, soups, herbal teas, and coconut water. Hydrating foods like watermelon, cucumber, and leafy greens contribute significantly to daily fluid intake—benefiting heart health without overloading the system.
Myth 4: Drinking Water during Meals Is Bad for the Heart
Reality: There’s no evidence that moderate water intake during meals harms digestion or heart function. In fact, small sips can aid digestion and prevent overeating, indirectly supporting cardiovascular health.
Myth 5: If you’re Not Thirsty, you’re well hydrated
Reality: Thirst is a late signal of dehydration. By the time you feel thirsty, your body may already be low on fluids, increasing strain on the heart and circulation. Consistent sipping is better than waiting for thirst.
Myth 6: Too Much Water Is Always Good for the Heart
Reality: Overhydration can dilute electrolytes like sodium and potassium, affecting heart rhythm and muscle function. Balance is a must, especially for people with kidney or heart conditions who may need fluid restrictions.
Myth 7: Caffeinated Drinks Completely Dehydrate the Heart
Reality: Moderate amounts of tea or coffee still contribute to fluid intake. While excessive caffeine may have mild diuretic effects, it doesn’t cancel out hydration entirely when consumed in reasonable amounts.
Myth 8: Heart Patients Should Avoid Drinking Too Much Also
Reality: Some heart conditions require monitored fluid intake, but avoiding water altogether can worsen symptoms. The right approach is individualized hydration, guided by a healthcare professional.
Water plays a quiet but critical role in heart health—but hydration is about balance, not extremes. Understanding these myths helps you make smarter, safer choices for your heart and overall well-being.
Disclaimer The Content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.
Guwahati: As in October 2025, the month of November also turned out to be a bad one for the tea industry in the country, as production fell by over 24 million kg when compared to tea production in November 2024. Assam also witnessed its share of decline in tea production in November.
A Tea Board India report on Estimated Production for November 2025 reflected that tea-producing states in the country produced 124.19 million kg (m kg), of which 54 m kg was produced by big growers and 70.19 m kg by small growers. Compared to these figures, the country produced 148.36 m kg of tea in November 2024. This translates to a fall of 24.17 m kg in tea production over the past year.
It is noteworthy that Assam produced 60.76 m kg of tea in November 2025, of which 30.81 m kg was produced by big growers and 29.95 m kg by small growers. Compared to this, the production of Assam tea was 67.96 m kg in November of the earlier year. This is a fall of 7.2 m kg of tea produced in Assam.
Of the 124.19 m kg of tea produced in November 2025, 110.90 m kg was CTC, 11.81 m kg was Orthodox and 1.48 m kg comprised Green tea. From January to November 2025, the country as a whole produced 1290.58 m kg of tea, of which Assam contributed 665.18 m kg, more than half of the tea produced in the country.
Why the Blazpay Presale Token is the Ultimate Market Play
The crypto market is shifting as institutional and retail interest focus on high-performance networks like Solana, while investors also search for the best crypto presales with strong utility.
In this environment, Blazpay ($BLAZ) stands out as a growing presale token, offering multi-chain DeFi, real-time trading, NFTs, and AI-powered portfolio management. Unlike a typical new crypto coin, Blazpay emphasizes real-world usability from the start.
With its upcoming crypto presales providing early access to features like perpetual trading and B2B API/SDK integration, Blazpay represents a high-growth opportunity alongside established blockchain ecosystems.
Blazpay Phase 5 Ignites FOMO: Final Call for the Hottest Crypto Presale
Blazpay is building strong momentum as it moves through Phase 5 of its presale, following a successful Phase 4. With Phase 5 nearly sold out, the opportunity to invest before the public listing is rapidly closing, reflecting rising investor interest.
At a price of $0.0135, over 251 million of the 260 million tokens allocated for Phase 5 have already been sold, raising $2.22 million and reaching 96.7% completion. This fast pace suggests a potential early sell-out or imminent price increase, placing Blazpay among the most in-demand crypto presales and signaling strong confidence ahead of launch.
Exploring Blazpay’s Gamified Rewards and B2B API/SDK Utilities
Blazpay stands out in the crowded crypto presale space by offering real, practical utility rather than just speculation. It is built as a full DeFi ecosystem aimed at solving genuine user pain points, making decentralized finance more accessible, engaging, and usable for both individuals and businesses.
One of its key innovations is the Gamified Rewards system, which turns DeFi participation into an interactive experience. By blending financial incentives with engaging mechanics inspired by Web2 gaming, Blazpay makes DeFi management more appealing, especially for new users who value both usability and rewards.
Another major differentiator is Blazpay’s B2B API/SDK, which positions the platform as a core infrastructure provider. This tool enables businesses to seamlessly integrate multi-chain DeFi features, such as swaps or in-app economies, without needing to build complex blockchain systems themselves. As businesses must use $BLAZ to access these tools, this model creates ongoing demand for the presale token and supports long-term ecosystem growth.
$3000 Investment Scenario for Blazpay Phase 5
To illustrate the potential of this opportunity, let us consider a modest investment scenario in the current Phase 5. If a participant were to allocate $3000 to Blazpay at the current price of $0.0135, they would acquire approximately 222,222 $BLAZ tokens. This calculation is based on the fixed pricing tier available in this specific stage of the presale. Unlike buying tokens on the open market where slippage and high fees can erode value, entering during this phase allows for a straightforward accumulation of assets at a fixed, low valuation point.
Price Prediction for the $3000 Investment
Projecting the future value of this $3000 investment requires looking at comparable projects and Blazpay’s roadmap. If $BLAZ were to list on major exchanges at a conservative initial price of $0.10, the holding would be worth approximately $22,222. However, in the volatile and hype-driven world of crypto, “conservative” is often surpassed. Should the token achieve a market cap reflective of top-tier new crypto coin launches, reaching $0.50 or even $1.00 is a possibility often discussed in community channels. At a $1.00 valuation, the initial $3000 investment would transform into over $222,000. While market conditions vary, the entry point of $0.0135 provides a significant buffer and a high upside potential compared to buying assets already near their peak.
How to Buy Blazpay ($BLAZ) During Phase 5
For those exploring participation in crypto presales, Blazpay offers a straightforward and transparent process:
1.Visit the Official Presale Page: Access live Phase 5 details at https://blazpay.com/presale to review pricing and allocation status.
2.Connect a Supported Wallet: Securely link a compatible Web3 wallet to the presale interface.
3.Choose Your Purchase Amount: Enter the desired allocation at the current Phase 5 price of $0.0135.
4.Confirm the Transaction: Review the transaction details and approve directly through your wallet.
5.Track Token Allocation: Monitor your $BLAZ allocation within the presale dashboard according to release terms.
This clarity strengthens Blazpay’s position among crypto presales focused on user trust and transparency.
Solana (SOL) Price Prediction and Current Market Outlook
Solana has firmly established itself as the “Ethereum Killer” that refused to die, bouncing back from the FTX fallout to reach new all-time highs. The current market outlook for SOL is incredibly bullish, driven by its unparalleled transaction speeds and low fees, which make it the preferred chain for DeFi applications and memecoins alike. Analysts are currently eyeing key resistance levels, with speculation mounting that SOL could challenge the $200 mark and beyond in the near term.
Looking toward 2025, the price prediction for Solana remains optimistic. The network’s expanding ecosystem, including the rise of decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePIN) and tokenized real-world assets, provides fundamental value that supports a high valuation. If the broader altcoin market maintains its current trajectory, SOL is poised to not only retain its position as a top-tier blockchain but potentially capture a larger share of Ethereum’s market dominance. This resilience makes SOL a staple, but for higher multiples, many are turning to emerging crypto presales.
Blazpay and Solana (SOL): Best Coins to Buy in 2025
Strategically diversifying between established assets and high-potential newcomers is a prudent approach. Solana (SOL) offers stability, massive liquidity, and a proven track record, serving as the anchor for a portfolio. It is the infrastructure bet. Conversely, Blazpay represents the “venture capital” bet, the opportunity to get in on a platform that offers the utility of an established giant but at the valuation of a startup.
Together, these two assets represent a balanced strategy: SOL provides the foundation for growth within the Layer 1 ecosystem, while Blazpay offers exposure to the explosive potential of a unified DeFi solution. As 2025 approaches, holding assets that cover both infrastructure and user-centric utility could be the winning formula.
Conclusion
The article highlights rapid growth in crypto, with Solana as a high-performance leader and Blazpay positioned as a user-focused DeFi platform. Blazpay aims to solve Web3 fragmentation through unified services, AI-powered tools, and a developer-friendly B2B API. With its presale in Phase 5 nearly sold out and a price increase coming, the project is presented as a timely opportunity ahead of 2025. Visit https://blazpay.com website today to learn more, and secure your tokens before the phase closes.
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FAQs
1. Why is Blazpay considered one of the best crypto presales of 2025?
Blazpay is viewed as one of the best crypto presales because it offers real utility through a B2B API/SDK and Gamified Rewards. With the crypto presale already 96.7% complete in Phase 5, strong demand and market confidence clearly support its ranking for 2025.
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It’s not your imagination: gaining or just maintaining muscle mass becomes harder after middle age. In fact, skipping regular strength training can cost you 4 to 6 pounds of muscle per decade.
This muscle loss is called sarcopenia, and it can increase your risk of frailty, disability, loss of independence, and even premature death.
“The way to counter that is by strength training, which helps you build muscle. But you’ll need plenty of protein in your diet to support muscle repair and growth,” says Dr. Howard LeWine, chief medical editor at Harvard Health Publishing and an internist at Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
Getting protein from your diet
The amount of protein you need to consume each day depends on factors such as your height, weight, age, sex, and activity level. For the average adult, the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) of protein is 0.36 grams per pound of body weight. For a person who weighs 165 pounds, for example, that comes to about 60 grams of protein per day. For adults who wish to build muscle, a good target is about twice the RDA, approximately 0.7 grams per pound of body weight.
But don’t overload your diet with protein. Consuming very high amounts of protein per day—anything over 0.907 grams per pound; or about 150 grams per day for a 165-pound person—can be harmful. “Having more than that can cause dehydration or aggravate kidney problems for people with pre-existing kidney conditions such as chronic kidney disease or a history of kidney stones,” Dr. LeWine says.
Good protein sources
A wide variety of foods, both plant- and meat-based, are high in protein. These include legumes such as beans, peas, and lentils; nuts and seeds; lean meats; fish; dairy products; and soy products. Incorporating more of these foods into your diet is the easiest way to up your protein intake. (See “Protein values in common foods.”)
In addition to eating high-protein food sources, when you consume protein is also important. Experts recommend spreading protein consumption throughout the day, with rich protein sources at each meal.
When diet isn’t enough
While the best source of protein in your diet is whole foods, people who can’t get adequate protein through food alone may benefit from supplementation. To decide if you should add protein supplements to your diet, consult with your doctor.
Popular types of supplements include ready-to-drink protein shakes and also protein powders that you can add to oatmeal or smoothies (or simply mix into a glass of water). Protein powders come with convenient scoopers to help you see exactly how much protein you are adding. Always check the label to find the amount of protein per serving, as this varies by supplement brand.
Types of protein powders
There are three main types of protein powders: whey, casein, and plant-based protein powders. Both whey and casein protein powders are made from dairy. Plant-based protein powders are usually a combination of protein derived from wheat, pea, hemp, or soy products.
For people who are avoiding dairy, plant-based protein powder options like soy isolate protein can also be beneficial. These generally have reduced bioavailability compared to animal-based proteins. Bioavailability is the measure of how much and how quickly a substance, such as a nutrient or drug, is absorbed and becomes available for use in the body. Vegan protein powders made from peas or brown rice are also suitable alternatives to dairy-based protein supplements.
Protein supplement concerns
Protein supplements are classified as dietary supplements and aren’t regulated as strictly as medicine; some powders and shakes have been found to contain toxins such as lead and pesticides. For more information, you can go to the Clean Label Project or Consumer Reports.
In addition, the sugar content of protein shakes and powders varies; for example, some brands of powder may have as much as 23 grams per scoop. The risk: weight gain and an unhealthy spike in blood sugar.
Also: whey- or casein-based protein powders can cause digestive discomfort in some people.
Protein values in common foods
Food
Serving size
Protein in grams
Plain Greek yogurt
6 ounces
18
Cottage cheese
1/2 cup
14
Milk
1 cup
8
Cooked turkey or chicken
1 ounce
7
Tuna, salmon, haddock, or trout
1 ounce
7
Cooked beans
1/2 cup
6–9
Egg
1
6
Cooked pasta
1 cup
6
Nuts (all types)
1/4 cup or 1 ounce
4–7
Source: Brigham and Women’s Hospital Department of Nutrition.
Remember to strength train
While protein consumption is essential for building muscle mass, it needs to be combined with strength training to combat sarcopenia. Supplementing the diet with protein plus a regimen of heavy resistance exercise can lead to the most improvement in muscle mass and strength in people of any age. Some research shows that this combination may be especially important for older adults. Together, the two approaches can significantly aid muscle growth and help keep you strong and independent.
As crypto markets look toward 2026, price expectations for Ethereum and select altcoins are diverging sharply.
Institutional adoption, the tokenization of real-world assets (RWAs), and regulatory clarity are fueling some of the most bullish forecasts of the cycle. At the same time, a growing camp of analysts remains cautious, arguing that structural constraints and Bitcoin-led market dynamics could limit upside.
The result is a wide spectrum of projections, not just on price levels, but on what crypto’s next phase actually represents.
Ethereum 2026 Outlook: Infrastructure Asset or Cycle-Bound Trade?
Ethereum (ETH) sits at the center of 2026 price debates, with forecasts ranging from mid-four-figure to long-term five-figure scenarios. Much of that divergence hinges on whether Ethereum’s expanding role in traditional finance will translate into sustained demand.
Mega Bullish Ethereum Price Forecasts: $7K–$20K
Fundstrat Global Advisors co-founder Tom Lee, who is also the chairman of Ethereum treasury company Bitmine, has outlined one of the most optimistic institutional cases for the cryptocurrency. Speaking on CNBC, Lee projected ETH could reach $7,000 to $9,000 by early 2026, with the potential to climb toward $20,000 over a longer timeframe as Wall Street accelerates its move toward blockchain-based infrastructure.
Lee’s thesis centers on Ethereum becoming the settlement layer for tokenized securities, stablecoins, and on-chain financial operations. He pointed to institutions such as BlackRock and Robinhood, which are actively testing tokenized assets and on-chain settlement systems, as early indicators of a broader migration of financial assets onto blockchain rails.
BitMEX co-founder Arthur Hayes has echoed similar expectations. Appearing alongside Lee on the Bankless podcast, Hayes reaffirmed his $10,000 ETH target, framing the move as price discovery following nearly four years of consolidation below its 2021 highs.
Lee emphasized that such a move would not represent a speculative blow-off, arguing that Ethereum has spent years building a base after peaking near $4,878 in 2021.
Institutional and Bank-Led Ethereum Targets: $6.5K–$7.5K
More conservative but still bullish forecasts have come from traditional finance.
Standard Chartered has raised its Ethereum price target to $7,500 while also increasing its 2028 projection to $25,000, citing improved market conditions and accelerating institutional participation.
The bank highlighted aggressive accumulation by corporate treasuries and spot ETFs, which have acquired approximately 3.8% of all Ether in circulation since June. Treasury firms alone purchased around 2.3 million ETH in just over two months, a pace nearly double that seen in comparable Bitcoin accumulation phases.
Standard Chartered also pointed to Ethereum’s dominant position in stablecoins. More than half of all stablecoins operate on Ethereum, generating roughly 40% of all blockchain fees, reinforcing the network’s role as the primary settlement layer for dollar-denominated blockchain transactions.
Corporate Treasuries and RWA Tokenization
Ethereum’s 2026 outlook has been increasingly shaped by balance-sheet behavior rather than retail speculation.
BitMine Immersion Technologies, chaired by Lee, holds 4,066,062 ETH, making it the largest Ethereum-focused corporate treasury. Sharplink Gaming ranks second, holding 797,704 ETH, valued at approximately $2.33 billion.
Sharplink CEO Joseph Chalom has projected that Ethereum’s total value locked (TVL) could increase tenfold during 2026, driven by growth in stablecoins, tokenized RWAs, and expanding institutional use cases.
Chalom expects the stablecoin market to reach $500 billion by December 2026, up from roughly $316 billion today, with Ethereum processing over half of that activity. He also forecast that tokenized RWAs could grow toward $300 billion, evolving from individual securities into fully tokenized fund complexes.
Ethereum currently processes more than $12 billion in tokenized assets, significantly outpacing competing networks such as Solana and Arbitrum, according to RWA.xyz.
Cautious Ethereum Views: Structural Adoption Without New Highs?
Despite bullish institutional narratives, not all analysts expect Ethereum to reach new price highs in 2026.
Crypto analyst Benjamin Cowen has argued that Ethereum is unlikely to establish new all-time highs next year, citing prevailing Bitcoin (BTC) market conditions and broader liquidity dynamics. At the time of his comments, ETH was trading near $2,924, down just over 3% on a 30-day basis.
This view frames Ethereum as structurally important but tactically constrained, benefiting from adoption without necessarily capturing outsized price appreciation within the current cycle.
XRP: $8 Targets Meet Near-Term Market Tension
XRP (XRP) presents a distinct altcoin narrative heading into 2026, shaped primarily by regulatory clarity and institutional positioning.
Standard Chartered has reiterated one of the most bullish mainstream forecasts for XRP, projecting the coin could reach $8 by the end of 2026, implying a roughly 340% upside from its current price of $1.81 at the time of writing.
The bank attributes this outlook to improved U.S. regulatory clarity, which it says has removed a key overhang and made it easier for institutions to gain exposure. That shift has been reflected in investment product inflows, with U.S.-listed spot XRP ETFs attracting around $1.16 billion in net inflows since their November launch.
At the same time, XRP exchange balances have declined toward multi-year lows, reducing immediately available supply — a dynamic that can magnify price movements if demand holds.
The coin has generally been trading around roughly $1.85–$1.87, with volume rising roughly 20% above weekly averages while price remains range-bound, a pattern often interpreted as positioning rather than panic. At the time of writing, its price has fallen out of this range to trade at $1.81.
Technical indicators show sellers continuing to lean into rallies, and derivatives data reveals rising open interest without confirmation from spot flows. The next key catalyst is January’s scheduled 1 billion XRP escrow unlock, an event that historically heightens sensitivity to supply even if a large portion is re-escrowed.
Beyond layer-1 assets, Hyperliquid’s HYPE (HYPE) token has emerged as a notable DeFi-focused target for price forecasts.
Cantor Fitzgerald projects HYPE could exceed $200 by 2035, driven by decentralized perpetual futures adoption and aggressive buyback mechanics embedded in the protocol’s design
The forecast assumes a 15% compound annual growth rate, supported by an on-chain Assistance Fund that uses 99% of protocol trading fees to repurchase HYPE tokens. Cantor also assumes centralized exchanges lose approximately 1% of market share annually to decentralized venues.
However, competition remains a key risk. Emerging perpetual DEXs, particularly those using reward farming and token generation events, threaten to erode Hyperliquid’s dominance, especially in the short term.
What the Price Forecast Divergences Reveal
The spread of 2026 price predictions across Ethereum, XRP, and select DeFi tokens highlights a market at a structural crossroads.
Bullish scenarios assume institutional adoption, tokenization, and regulatory clarity represent a durable shift in how crypto assets are used and valued. More cautious views maintain that prices remain tightly linked to Bitcoin cycles, liquidity conditions, and execution risk.
Unlike previous cycles, the debate is no longer about whether these networks function but how quickly real-world adoption converts into sustained price pressure.
As 2026 approaches, Ethereum and its surrounding ecosystem are emerging as the clearest test of whether crypto’s infrastructure narrative can finally translate into long-term valuation support.
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Haynes Boone’s lender survey cut the base-case 2026 U.S. gas price deck to $3.43/mmBtu, down from $3.54 in spring.
EIA projects Henry Hub averaging $4.01/mmBtu in 2026; a Dallas Fed survey of executives put year-end 2026 at $4.19/mmBtu.
LNG export growth and large-load power demand are emerging as key swing factors for 2026 pricing.
Banks that lend to the U.S. oil and gas industry trimmed their 2026 natural gas price deck to $3.43 per million British thermal units (mmBtu), a standard unit of heat energy, down from $3.54 in the spring, a Haynes Boone survey of 29 lenders showed. The survey also lowered the 2026 oil assumption to $55.44 a barrel and put a downside gas case at $2.79/mmBtu. MRT
Those assumptions feed directly into borrowing bases and spending plans at producers as they lock in hedges and set drilling budgets for 2026. Even small shifts in the price deck can change how much cash operators expect to generate.
They also matter for consumers because Henry Hub — a Louisiana pricing hub — is the benchmark for most U.S. wholesale gas contracts and a key input for many power markets. The central question in the 2026 natural gas price forecast is whether supply growth can keep up with rising liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, gas cooled into a liquid for shipping, and electricity demand.
The U.S. Energy Information Administration projected Henry Hub spot gas would average $4.01/mmBtu in 2026, up from a projected $3.56/mmBtu in 2025, in its latest Short-Term Energy Outlook. It forecast dry gas production averaging 109.11 billion cubic feet per day (bcfd) in 2026 and LNG exports rising to 16.3 bcfd. U.S. Energy Information Administration
Energy executives in the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas’ latest Energy Survey pegged Henry Hub at $4.19/mmBtu by the end of 2026 and put West Texas Intermediate crude around $62 a barrel for the same period. Henry Hub averaged $4.84/mmBtu during the survey collection period, the Dallas Fed said. Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas
U.S. natural gas futures dropped more than 5% on Dec. 31, with February futures around $3.745/mmBtu midday, after weather forecasts turned warmer and federal data showed a 38 billion cubic feet (bcf) storage withdrawal for the week ended Dec. 26, below market expectations. LSEG estimated lower-48 output averaged 110.1 bcfd in December and LNG feedgas about 18.5 bcfd, both records. “We’re about to hit the next wave of the LNG boom,” said Robert DiDona, president of Energy Ventures Analysis. BOE Report
Heating degree days, or HDDs, measure how much heating demand households and businesses face; milder weather usually means fewer HDDs and weaker gas burn. Storage withdrawals matter because they show whether inventories are tightening fast enough to support prices later in winter.
Analysts have increasingly argued that 2026 price moves will be driven less by daily weather swings and more by LNG demand, as new export projects compete for supply, Argus said. The U.S. has about 17.5 bcfd of liquefaction capacity operating and 15 bcfd under construction, and meeting new projects could require roughly 9.9–10.8 bcfd of additional feedgas once processing losses are included, it said. Argus Media
Data-center power demand is another lever that traders are building into 2026 expectations, especially in the U.S. East, where pipeline takeaway has historically constrained regional pricing, Argus said. Range Resources expects 2.5 bcfd of incremental U.S. demand from data centers by the end of the decade and cited a 4 bcfd increase in U.S. LNG export capacity coming online in 2026. Argus Media
Put together, the forecasts sketch a market that is firmer than 2025 but still sensitive to timing. If export ramps and new power loads slip, the lender decks may prove closer to the mark; if they arrive on schedule while production growth stays modest, the higher forecasts get tested quickly.
Globally, the LNG build-out carries its own risk: a Reuters commodities columnist wrote that LNG may come under pressure in 2026 as more U.S. plants are commissioned and the market looks for prices low enough to clear the extra supply. Reuters
For now, the 2026 natural gas price forecast is converging on a mid-$3 to low-$4 Henry Hub range, with winter inventories and the pace of LNG commissioning as the main near-term signposts. Regional basis markets — the premium or discount to Henry Hub — are likely to stay volatile as infrastructure and demand growth play out unevenly.
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