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The antioxidants and polyphenols in tea may be responsible for some of its health benefits, such as stronger bones, lower cholesterol levels, and reduced risk of heart disease and some types of cancer – all of which are enjoyed by regular tea drinkers.
Try taking this kind of tea for healthful, warming treats that offer added health benefits:
1 Green tea: Green tea provides EGCG, a polyphenol than may help to fight inflammation, lower cholesterol, prevent cancer and boost the immune system.
2 Black tea: this is the tea that the English, Irish and most Americans drink. The oxidation process causes the leaves to change both their color and flavor, reducing the content of polyphenols. It is a hearty tea that has been linked to a lower risk of heart disease, colon cancer and the bacteria associated with cavities and bad breath.
3 Oolong tea: This tea’s healthful properties (as well as taste and color) fall between those of green tea and black tea. It has a floral and fruity taste and may help relieve itchy skin associated with atopic dermatitis.
