A single tea leaf contains caffeine, tannin, boheic acid, volatile oil, aqueous extract, protein wax, resin, ash fluoride and theophylline. Catechins, a type of flavonoid, are behind the disease-fighting benefits. Compared to coffee, tea has about half the caffeine. It is also low in calories and full of beneficial vitamins and minerals.
According to Dr. Jeffrey Blumberg, a researcher at Tufts University, "There are some intriguing studies that tea may prevent cancer, reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease and impact halitosis [bad breath], and while these studies are more speculative, the strongest evidence is on the reduction of coronary heart disease risk."
Studies also suggest that tea can boost the body’s immune system in response to infection, lower blood pressure and cholesterol levels, keep teeth healthy and boost brain wave activity. In addition, tea has the benefit of longevity and slowed aging. Oolong tea is believed to contain the highest levels of the anti-aging properties.
The next time you feel like a hot beverage, order or brew some tea. The longer you steep it, the healthier it will be. To maximize the benefit, have three to four cups a day.
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