No matter the day or season, tea is a refreshing drink that can be served hot or iced. At the very least, it's a delicious way to get enough fluid into your body each day, and studies have shown that tea can protect your teeth and your heart, and even help prevent cancer.
There is plenty of research showing that drinking tea can improve your health.Here are some health benefits of tea:
Antioxidants work to prevent aging in the body, helping to keep us young and protecting us from damage caused by pollution.
Traditional teas typically contain less than 50 percent of the amount found in coffee. This means that you can drink it without affecting your nervous system, according to nutritionists.
Japanese researchers have found that tea can reduce tooth loss and prevent cavities because the pH of your mouth changes when you drink tea.Tea does not appear to erode tooth enamel.
Studies have shown that tea can tune immune cells so they reach targets faster.
Studies on this are currently mixed and research is ongoing. However, if you have a strong family history of cancer and want to do whatever you can, increasing your tea consumption may help.
Tea is a great calorie-free alternative to water. It offers many options for flavor, can be hot or cold and you don't have to put anything in it.
- Ramsay Healthcare UK
So, enjoy your cup of tea today and make it a habit to drink a cup of tea a day for optimal health benefits.