What makes tea so healthy?  

 

As research continues to look at tea's health benefits, scientist have discovered that tea contains powerful disease-fighting phytochemicals called polyphenols.  Many studies have shown that tea, particularly green tea, which contains more powerful polyphenols than black or oolong tea, may have the potential to reduce the risk of the top two major causes of death in this country, heart disease and cancer, when included in a healthy diet.

 

Although we still do not completely understand all of the reasons why tea is so good for you, we do know that (1) tea contains some of the most powerful antioxidants and (2) tea is one of the only sources for an important amino acid called l-theanine.

Here are a few of the health benefits of tea  as evidenced through research: 

   -  Tea may reduce the risk of heart disease
   -   Tea may reduce the risk and growth of cancer
   -   Tea aids digestion
   -   Tea improves concentration and reduces fatigue
   -   Tea fights allergies
   -   Tea wipes out the germs that cause bad breath
   -   Tea may improve immune system functioning
   -   Tea relaxes and revives the body and mind
   -   Tea prevents cavities and improves overall bone density
   -   Tea may be helpful in combating arthritis and rheumatism
   -   Tea may aid in weight-loss

  

Tea contains several B vitamins that are water soluble and quickly release into the cup as well as riboflavin, niacin, folic acid, pantothenic acid, magnesium, potassium, manganese, fluoride, carotene, vitamin C, iron, zinc, chlorophyll, and calcium. Drinking 2 cups of tea per day is said to provide the same bone health benefits as 2-3 servings of dairy.