The Top 9 Benefits of Drinking Tea

Benefits of Drinking Tea

• Tea provides protection from the effects of pollution and the signs of aging.
  
  
• Tea contains low levels of caffeine and can significantly reduce headaches, insomnia and the jitters.
  
  
• Tea helps reduce the risk of stroke and heart attack by keeping the arteries free of clots.
  
  
• Tea keeps your bones strong. Studies show that people who have been drinking tea regularly for at least 10 years have much stronger bones than non-drinkers. This is possibly due to the phytochemical content in tea.
  
  
• Tea can keep your teeth free of stains, plaque and other dental problems. Tea contains tannins and fluoride. As long as you do not add sugar, you will be en route to healthier teeth.
  
  
• Tea fights bacterial and viral infections. Drinking more than a cup of tea daily will greatly boost your immunity.
  
  
• Tea hydrates the body, unlike other beverages like soda and coffee. It contributes to your daily fluid requirement. However, drinking over five cups a day may cause you to exceed the daily fluid requirement; be careful not to cross the limit.
  
  
• Tea does not cause weight gain. The beverage is calorie-free unless you add another ingredient like sugar or cream. It is an excellent drink for people who want to lose weight but also stay awake and alert.
  
  
• Tea improves body metabolism. People with slow metabolic rates gain weight easily. Drinking tea, especially green tea, can solve this problem. Studies show that drinking five cups of tea a day could increase metabolism and help you lose 8 lbs in a matter of four weeks.