No matter what the season, tea can be a tasty beverage since it can be served iced or hot.
But its benefits go far beyond refreshment. There is plenty of research showing that drinking tea can actually improve your health.
Tea contains antioxidants
Antioxidants work to prevent the body’s version of rust and thus help to keep us young and protect us from damage from pollution.
Tea has less caffeine than coffee
Herbal blends have no caffeine, while traditional teas have less than 50 percent of what typically is found in coffee. That means you can consume it without those pesky effects on your nervous system.
Tea may reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke
There’s a lot of literature out there on tea and heart health. This is a health effect for which there is the strongest evidence.
Tea may help protect your bones
Data from recent animal studies has shown that green tea may prevent bone loss.
Tea may keep your smile bright
Japanese researchers have found that tea can decrease tooth loss. It changes the pH in your mouth when you drink it and that may be what prevents cavities.
Tea may boost the immune system
Studies have shown tea can tune up immune cells so they reach their targets quicker.
Tea may help battle cancer
if you’ve got a strong family history of cancer and you want to do anything you can, you might increase your tea consumption.
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