Minerals Tea is a rich source of two minerals essential for health:
Manganese Manganese is essential for bone growth and the body’s development and 2-5mg a day is required for good health. Tea is one of the richest sources of manganese in our diet, with 5-6 cups of tea providing 45% of our daily requirement.
Potassium Potassium is vital for maintaining a normal heartbeat. It enables nerves and muscle to function and regulates fluid levels within the cells. Deficiency leads to erratic heart-beat and fatigue.
Tea had hardly any calories and is low in sodium. It
contains: Traces of proteins and carbohydrates, Amino acids and lipids, but more important quantities of Vitamins Minerals Antioxidants Zinc Fluoride Flavonoids Polyphenols
How tea may be a heart saver? The natural antioxidant properties of tea may help combat the risk of developing coronary heart disease. Research has suggested that drinking around 4-5 cups of tea a day may have a beneficial effect on two long established heart disease risk factors:
High blood cholesterol
High blood pressure
Cholesterol levels Studies have shown that average blood cholesterol and blood pressure drop, as tea consumption increases and experts believe the flavonoids in tea are responsible for the effect. Other studies have shown that tea flavonoids may also decrease blood clotting which is another common cause of cardiovascular disease.
New Discoveries Tea contains many other constituents, which are beneficial to our health. Constant research is also discovering new ways of how tea can be beneficial to health.
So as well as eating more fruit and vegetables, antioxidant intake can be topped up by drinking more tea, helping to promote overall health and well-being.
Traces of proteins and carbohydrates, 