After water, tea is the second beverage that most people drink worldwide. In almost every country, there is at least one tea drinking tradition that has been passed down by generations. Why is that so? You see, not only tea is aromatic as well as flavorful, drinking tea also brings many health benefits.

 

First is its calming effect on our body and mind. Herbal teas like the green tea are known to have this effect on the body and mind. The L-theanine amino acid present in the tea has been proven to cause a sense of optimism in our central nervous system. Moreover, it helps neutralize caffeine and help to keep you calm.

 

According to the The Journal of the American Medical, drinking tea, particularly green tea greatly prevents cardiovascular disease. Tea drinking has also been found to burn fat deposits in our body.

 

Other medical conditions that herbal teas can prevent and assist in are cancers, rheumatoid arthritis, and high cholesterol. Drinking this beverage also aids in maintaining a healthy immune system. So what exactly is in this beverage that gives it its healing abilities? Teas, particularly the green ones has catechin polyphenois, especially epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). Such substance is a powerful antioxidant that reduces the growth of cancer, blood clots, cavities and harmful bacteria.

 

Other types of tea such as the black teas have therapeutic effects on intestinal and gastric illnesses. This ability is due to the presence of tannins. Tannins are released from black tea leaves whenever steeped for a full 15 minutes. Such substance helps decrease intestinal dysfunction, making it an excellent anti diarrheal.