Tea is not just a classic and fancy drink that tastes and smells good. They are excellent for our health as well and serves many health purposes. In fact, it is recommended to drink up to 3 cups of tea every day to boost our health condition. There are of course backed by science as to why tea is so great for our body, and here are some reasons why.

1, Help with weight loss.

一，帮助减肥。

Tea, like water, is calorie free on its own. That means you can chunk down a whole gallon of water and not gain any fat. It can fill you up real quick, but it would definitely keep your waistline slim. However, keep in mind that if you add tea of milk to your tea, such as English tea, that would be a different story. Aside from that, tea also helps to boost one’s metabolism due to its caffeine content, which makes it an even better choice for people who are going through weight loss.

2, Prevent loss of bones.

二，预防柔软的骨骼。

Research has shown that tea contains a plant chemical called “flavonoid,” which is an important tool in preventing osteoporosis, which is a process of our bones breaking down by a certain cell as we age. Sure, drinking tea doesn’t completely stop this process, but it sure does slow it down. Although some tea does contain a higher level of “flavonoid” such as black tea, this substance can be found in most tea and they are all beneficial for our bones.

3, Prevent cavity.

三，预防蛀牙。

Tea is basically leaves of plants, and plants are known to have lots of beneficial properties. One substance that is particularly great for our teeth that is found in tea leaves would be a substance called “fluoride.” This substance possesses antibacterial properties, which is why it can be great in helping us reduce the risk of getting cavities. The substance can be found mostly in green tea and black tea, but they can be found in other kinds of tea but in a small amount. Of course, consuming that tea on their own and no added substance would fully activate the “fluoride.”

4, Build endurance.

四，加强身体耐力。

Green tea, in particular, is highly recommended to athletes, as an after workout drink. This is because green tea contains a substance called “catechins,” which is a type of antioxidant and it great in relieving any muscle soreness after a great workout routine. It helps the body to be more efficient in burning fat as it will help improve metabolism, and they also do help to increase muscle endurance, especially after working out. 

5, Prevent cancer.

五，预防癌症。

Surely consuming tea wouldn’t completely help you steer clear of any risks of getting cancer, but it would definitely help reduce your chances of getting diagnosed. Tea is able to activate our detoxifying enzymes which would help protect against any tumor development in our body. Aside from that, they also contain antioxidant, which is able to protect our cells in case of any DNA damage. They are also great for our immune system, which helps to fight any bad cells that grow in our body.

6, Clear up your skin.

六，光滑的皮肤。

A very important substance in tea would be antioxidant, as they provide a whole lot of health benefits to our body. The antioxidant is able to fight off any bad cells, including those that cause our face to break out, in turn helping us achieve a better, healthier skin. There is some tea that has a high level of inflammatory components that helps to reduce any rashes or any skin conditions. The inflammatory components also help us to keep our face looking bright and soft, helping our skin look more youthful.

7, Lower blood sugar.

七，降低血糖。

Tea is highly recommended for people who are diagnosed with diabetes, of course, without any added sweetener. This is because they do contain a substance called “polyphenols” which are a type of antioxidant, and they are even found in almost any plants. Their main benefit is helping our body regulate the glucose level, which is vital for people with diabetes. The substance can also help relieve stress, which can affect the production of glucose in our body.

8, Prevent bad breath.

八，预防口臭。

The reason why we get bad breath is that of the bacteria growing our mouth due to what we ate, or whatever reason that was. Although it seems like having some mint would help out with the breath, it might just be within a short amount of time. In fact, after some time you’ll realize your mouth smells even worse than before. The step you should really take is to help fight the bacteria growing in your mouth that cause the breath, and one way to do so is to drink tea. Green tea especially is excellent for fighting bacteria, which can help you keep your breath smelling fresh.

9, Fight bad flu.

九，治愈流感。

The next time when you catch a flu, with a sore throat and stuffy nose kicking in, try not to reach for the pills and medicine just yet. Instead, go for a good warm cup of tea. The most effective tea to consume would be green tea, as many people are unaware that this particular tea contains substances that can fight bacteria, fungal, and even virus, which is what caused flu. The high level of antioxidant in green tea would be able to speed up the healing process, and also, having a warm tea would definitely help you feel more warm and comfortable.

10, Relax the brain.

十，放松头脑。

Tea is great for when you have a headache, and it is even better for you when you need a calming session after a long day of stress in your work or school. Research has shown that the substance in it that possess relaxation properties would be a type of amino acid, which would alter your brain waves so that your brain is not under stress. Tea also possesses properties that reduce irritability, which is one of the main reason why people get anxious and depressed in the very first place.

With so many good properties of drinking tea, perhaps after reading this article, you might want to adopt a habit of drinking more tea in a day. In the long run, you would definitely see a great difference both in your mental and physical health. Just remember that moderation is key, and never drink tea with sweetener daily, in order to make full use of the health benefits of tea.

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*Disclaimer: The writer is not an expert, a nutritionist or a dietician of any kind. The information given is all dependent on the research she had done and are considered to be appropriate to be up on this list. If you have any allergies towards these food, or had any unpleasant history with the food mentioned, then please omit them completely. The writer would not be responsible for any medical issues that would happen due to the extracted information is shown.