Tea is a natural product. The process from tea bush to cup ensures the product remains natural, with no additives and no artificial colourings or preservatives.
The health benefits of tea have been studied for centuries and there was a time that tea was sold in chemists, or apothecaries, as they would have been known then.
Tea drunk without milk contains no fat, starch or sugar - and it is completely free of calories. Using semi-skimmed milk adds 13 calories per cup, but also has the added benefit of valuable minerals like calcium. Four cups of tea with milk provides you with a fifth of your daily calcium requirement.
Tea is high in antioxidants that are also found in fruit and vegetables and, as part of a balanced diet, can help to maintain a healthier lifestyle. Consuming more antioxidants can help protect the body against naturally produced toxins called free radicals. Research indicates that antioxidants can have a protective effect against some cancers and help prevent heart disease and stroke. Antioxidants may also help protect against age-related memory impairments such as Alzheimer's. (Source: www.tea4health.com)
Drinking 4 cups of tea every day is re-hydrating and can be included in your daily fluid requirements of 1.5 - 2 litres. 4 cups of tea contain only moderate amounts of caffeine, a quantity that can help increase concentration. You also take in half the amount of caffeine by drinking your normal cup of tea than if you were to drink a typical instant coffee, and considerably less than if you were drinking 'coffee-shop' coffee.
The body absorbs warm drinks more quickly than cold drinks; therefore a cup of tea replaces lost body fluid more efficiently making it an excellent way to refresh your body after exercise.
Tea is also a natural source of fluoride and gives you 45% of your daily requirement in 3 or 4 cups of tea per day. A regular intake of fluoride helps protect against tooth decay and gum disease in both adults and children.
Typhoo is also proud to work with the National Institute of Medical Herbalists on our Heath & Heather range. NIMH is the UK's leading professional body representing herbal practitioners. It was first established in 1864 by a group of herbalists from the north of England. Today they have members across the UK and beyond. The Institute promotes the benefits and safe use of herbal medicine.
For more information about the health benefits of tea please visit www.tea4health.com
I found this on a website for a new tea I have been messing around with. The tea is Typhoo a very common brand in England, but a bit harder to find in the States (for a decent price...Special shops have it but at robber baron costs). I finally broke down and purchased some, I almost hope I do not fall in love with it :D