benefits of black tea
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1. Oral Health: Studies funded by the
Tea Trade Health Research
Association suggests that black tea
reduces plaque formation as well as
restricts bacteria growth that
promotes the formation of cavities
and tooth decays. Polyphenols found
in black tea kill and surpass cavity-
causing bacteria as well as hinder the
growth of bacterial enzymes that
form the sticky-like material that
binds plaque to our teeth.
2. A Better Heart: As identified by
Arab L. et al. in their 2009 research
paper called Green and black tea
consumption and risk of stroke: a
meta-analysis, it is seen that
regardless of peoples country of
origin, individuals who consume 3 or
more cups of tea had a 21% lower
risk of a stroke than people who
consume less than 1 cup of green or
black tea per day.
3. Antioxidants: Black tea contains
polyphenols, which are also
antioxidants that help block DNA
damage associated with tobacco or
other toxic chemicals. These
antioxidants are different from those
obtained from fruits and vegetables
and therefore as a regular part of our
diet they can provide additional
benefits towards a healthy lifestyle.
4. Cancer Prevention: Though a lot
more research is required to
confidently suggest cancer prevention
techniques, some research over the
years suggests that antioxidants like
polyphenol and catechins in tea may
help prevent some types of cancer. It
has been suggested that women who
drink black tea regularly have a
lower chance of ovarian cancer than
their counterparts.
5. Healthy Bones: It has also been
suggested that regular tea drinkers
have stronger bones and lower
probability of developing arthritis
due to the phytochemicals found in
tea.
6. Lower Risk of Diabetes: Based on a
research study conducted of elderly
people living in the Mediterranean
islands it was discovered that people
that had been consuming black tea
on a long-term basis on a moderate
level (i.e 1-2 cups a day) had a 70%
lower chance of having or developing
type 2 diabetes.
7. Stress Relief: We all are aware and
well experienced about the calming
and relaxing benefits of black tea.
Not only does it help slow you down
after a long day, studies show that
the amino acid L-theanine found in
black tea can help you relax and
concentrate better. Black tea has also
been shown to reduce levels of the
stress hormone cortisol when
consumed in moderate amounts on a
regular basis.
8. Better Immune System: Black tea
contains alkylamine antigens that
help boost our immune response. In
addition it also contains tannins that
have the ability to fight viruses and
hence keep us protected from
influenza, stomach flu and other such
commonly found viruses in our
everyday lives.
9. Healthy Digestive Tract: In addition
to improving your immune system,
tannins also have a therapeutic effect
on gastric and intestinal illnesses and
also help decrease digestive activity.
10) Increased Energy: Unlike other
drinks that have a relatively higher
caffeine content, the low amounts
found in tea can help enhance blood
flow to the brain without over-
stimulating the heart. It also
stimulates the metabolism and
respiratory system, as well as the
heart and the kidneys.
11) Happiness Factor: If a perfect cup
of tea makes you smile and lets your
heart indulge a little, then what could
possibly be the harm? -
YESYESYES
I like my cup of Earl Grey in the morning if I'm out of Green Tea. -
I love it also :)
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