Black Tea - Possibly One of the Healthiest Beverages Around

Black tea, as well as white, green, and oolong tea, comes from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. What makes one type of tea different from another type has to do with the condition of the region that the tea plant is grown in, and the season in which the leaves are plucked. Some variations of black tea are Assam, Ceylon, and Yunnan tea. These teas come from India, Sri Lanka, and China, respectively.

A cup to your health!

Since tea was brought to the Europe in the seventeenth century, it has spread far and wide. Today, most of the world enjoys black tea – hot and iced – for its great bold taste. And now there’s even more to love about it, as with many other teas, studies have shown that black tea is quite good for your health.

Recent research shows that black tea may be a major contributor of healthy nutrients in the American diet since it provides more flavonoids to the average U.S. diet than any other American food or drink, and researchers believe that it is even healthier than green tea.

What are flavonoids?

Flavonoids are dietary phytonutrients that are mainly found in fruit, vegetables, wine, tea, and dark chocolate. They are powerful antioxidants, and antioxidants help neutralize free radicals, and this results in anti-aging and cancer-fighting effects. It is also thought that these flavonoids reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes, as well as acting as a boost to the body’s immune system.

You should not replace your fruits and vegetables with black tea, since they have other important nutrients that black tea does not, but it makes a healthy and tasty beverage choice to go with your meals.