Drinking a hot cup of tea is more than just one of those thirst-quenching activities. Tea leaves function in many ways. Your fortune can even be told using tea leaves. That may be true, at least. When it comes to health, tea definitely assures you of a bright future. Here are ten reasons why and how tea can keep you healthy and strong.

Tea fights free radicals

Tea’s high level of antioxidants called polyphenols antioxidants, flavonoids, and catechins ware war on so-call “free radicals” in the body and prevent them from harming your healthy cells.

Tea ups your immunity

Whenever you feel a cold coming on, do yourself a favor and reach out for that cup of tea. An amino acid in tea called theanine activates cells involved in the body’s first line of defense, reducing the risk of infection.

Tea makes teeth strong

Perfect smiles are not merely the work of toothpaste. Tea contains fluoride which benefits your teeth by killing bacteria and controlling bad breath and plaque formation.

Tea is an anti-inflammatory

Here’s good news for injury and arthritis patients. Catechins in tea may be prophylactic for arthritis and bone injuries by reducing swelling and slowing cartilage breakdown.

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