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onsdag 18 november 2009

Four Surprising Benefits of Drinking Tea

By Sylvia Hoffman

Tea is a beverage that is consumed by millions of people across all planets because it is known as one of nature's greatest drugs. It comes from the dried out leaves, stalks, and stems of plants, and water is added to make it a beverage. It can be consumed as a hot or cold drink as well as plain of sweetened, depending on what you add to it. Some of the most mainstream varieties are green tea, chamomile, and white tea, but there are hundreds of other varieties. Here are four health benefits of tea to help motivate you to add it to your day.

Tea is great for your teeth. Compounds found in tea help to destroy bacteria and slow down acid production, both of which are responsible for the decay of your teeth. There are also trace amounts of fluoride, which also helps to fight cavities.

It can help your skin glow. Tea is filled with something called antioxidants. These antioxidants are beneficial for your skin because they can slow down the aging process. This is done because antioxidants destroy free radicals- the major cause of cell degeneration.

It can help lower your cholesterol and blood pressure. Many studies have shown tea as a very effective way to reduce your risk of heart attack. Studies suggest that drinking tea at least once per day can reduce hypertension by almost 50%. All you have to do is replace those sugary sodas and other artificial drinks with all natural tea, and reap a multitude of heart health benefits. It can help your mood and reduce tension. Many studies have shown that drinking tea can help relax the brain and the body. This can be a powerful combatant to the stress that many people deal with in their day to day lives.

These are just four benefits of drinking tea and there are still many others. Find a type that you like and try to drink some daily. You can brew it in the morning and replace your morning cup of coffee or drink a cold glass of iced tea with lunch or dinner. You can feel good when you drink it because it tastes great and it is very beneficial for your health.

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