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From health benefits to right time for consumption: Interesting facts about tea

We're going to share some lesser-known tea facts with you, which will undoubtedly strengthen your affinity with this beverage.

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  • Sep 02, 2021, 04:56 PM IST

A pleasant start to the day for many of us is incomplete without a steaming cup of tea. It's a drink that transcends borders and is frequently used to bring people together. If prepared properly, it can provide numerous health advantages while also soothing your palate.


Here are some lesser-known tea facts-

 

1. Amount of tea to be consumed

Amount of tea to be consumed
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According to experts, an adult should drink 2-3 cups of tea every day for excellent health and to slow down the ageing process. Tea should not be consumed on an empty stomach.

2. Drink that is widely consumed

Drink that is widely consumed
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Tea is the second most widely consumed drink after water, according to the Tea Association of America and the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization. Tea is also a healthy drink, according to research, since it helps to reduce the risk of cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), some types of cancer, type 2 diabetes, and neurological illnesses.

3. Health benefits

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Black and green tea are both heart-healthy, according to the FDA. They're high in natural plant components that are heart-healthy, and regular tea users have been shown to have lower risks of heart disease.

4. Right time to drink tea

Right time to drink tea
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While many people believe that bed tea is the best time to take it, experts recommend that you drink it after breakfast to help you stay energised for the day ahead. It has been discovered that energy levels are lowest in the mornings and after meals, so having tea 20 minutes after breakfast is recommended.

5. Hydrating

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Another fascinating fact about tea is that it contains more than 99 percent water, therefore the whole argument about tea being a dehydrating beverage does not appear to be true in all respects.

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