How a daily cup of tea may improve your health

Tea has been an important beverage for thousands of years and has been a huge part of culture in countries around the world, forming major parts of ceremonies, trade routes and even starting revolutions. But tea isn’t just appreciated for its good taste and worldwide appeal, it also offers numerous health benefits. Here are a few health conscious reasons you should add a cup of tea to your daily routine.

Tea contains antioxidants

Antioxidants work to prevent the body’s version of rust and thus help to keep us young and protect us from damage from pollution.

 

Increases Metabolism

Tea stimulates the metabolism, which results in faster consumption (breaking down) of sugar and lowering of its level in the blood. This way, it releases energy and also helps diabetics manage their blood sugar levels.

 

Tea has less caffeine than coffee

Herbal blends have no caffeine, while traditional teas have less than 50 percent of what typically is found in coffee. That means you can consume it without those pesky effects on your nervous system, says Leslie Bonci, nutritionist and owner of Active Eating Advice.

 

Tea may help protect your bones

Data from recent animal studies has shown that green tea may prevent bone loss.

 

Reduced risk of dementia

To stay sharp, even as you age, drink tea, as it is thought to lower the risk of dementia by acting through multiple pathways, including those of nerve synapses and blood sugar regulation.Tea acts on brain theta waves to improve memory and increase attention span.

 

Skin Care & Tones Muscles

The astringent properties of tea can tone up the skin and muscles to give you a younger look.

 

Tea may help battle cancer

Studies on this are currently mixed, which means more research is needed, Bonci says. But, in the meantime, “if you’ve got a strong family history of cancer and you want to do anything you can, you might increase your tea consumption,” she adds.

 

Herbal tea may soothe the digestive system

“Herbal teas, in particular chamomile, can be good for people with irritable bowel syndrome because it is an antispasmodic,” Bonci says. “And ginger teas can calm nausea.”

 

Improved overall health markers

Tea drinkers tend to be healthier, which proves true in research too, as tea drinking correlates with better health outcomes.
You can support your health, including your skin and body composition, with as few as 2-3 cups per day of this calorie-free, sugar-free drink, so join this growing health movement and start today exploring the novelty of tea.