Tea of the Month ClubThere are plenty of reasons why I enjoy a hot cup of tea. While it is part of my morning ritual and in part a replacement for coffee, I really love the aroma of flavored tea. Holding onto a cup of hot tea mug warms my hands on a cold winter mornings and sipping tea in the morning is a great way to start or relax during your day. And as if the feel-good reasons are not enough. If you're not drinking tea yet, here are a few benefits – read up on ways tea does your body
good. Tea contains antioxidants, protecting your body from the ravages of aging and the effects of pollution. If your are concerned about caffeine, coffee usually has two or three times more caffeine than tea. An eight-ounce cup of coffee contains around 135 mg caffeine; tea contains only 30 to 40 mg per cup. Drinking coffee can also give you the jitters, causes indigestion, headaches or interfere with your sleep – consider a switch to tea. Tea can also helpskeep you hydrated. Since caffeine is a diuretic, it was thought that caffeinated beverages couldn't contribute to our overall fluid requirement. In recent research is has been found that the caffeine really doesn't matter, the only time the caffeine becomes a problem is when you drink more than five or six cups of a caffeinated beverage at one time. Tea is calorie-free. Tea doesn't have any calories, unless you add sugar or milk. If you are looking for a enjoyable, calorie-free beverage, tea is a great choice - in moderation. Other benefits may include: Tea protects your bones. Tea increases your metabolism. Tea may protect against cancer. Tea bolsters your immune defenses. Tea may reduce your risk of heart attack and stroke. Tea itself actually contains fluoride – for a great smile. |