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Spill the Tea
Exploring the scientific and experienced health benefits of tea
If you’re a tea drinker like myself, you’ll be thrilled to learn (if you didn’t know already) that one of your favorite beverages holds the potential to boost your health in several ways.
I’ve always loved a good cup of tea, but it wasn’t until I started paying more attention to my diet that I realized this drink could benefit my nutrition. Research suggests that both green and black may enhance several aspects of your health.
What the science says
Green tea catechin, a polyphenol that acts as an antioxidant, protecting the body’s cells from damage. Other potential benefits science has linked to green tea include enhanced , lower risk of developing certain , and may assist with short-term management of levels.
Black tea, like its green counterpart, also contains antioxidant properties. Research has shown that drinking this kind of tea could lower the risk of issues, reduce and as well as improve .
What experience says
In addition to the science that links both green and black tea to enhanced health, I’ve personally experienced positive results from…
