WHAT HAPPENS TO YOUR BODY WHEN YOU DRINK BLACK TEA (WITHOUT MILK & SUGAR)

Tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world. It is loaded with antioxidants, vitamins and other compounds that builds the stronger immune function and improve overall health. In most parts of the world, tea is consumed together with milk. But lately researchers have found that adding milk may strip tea of some of its beneficial effects.

When milk is added to tea, the casein, a protein contained in milk binds to the beneficial tea polyphenols and thus decreases its antioxidant capacity. The research found that addition of milk of any kind reduces the antioxidant potential of black tea by between 7 and 25 per cent than unmilked tea.

Below are 7 incredible health benefits of drinking black tea.

1. ANTIOXIDANTS
Black tea is a good source of powerful antioxidants like theaflavins. Antioxidants in black tea are known for their ability to strengthen immune system, inhibit free radical, and provide protection against chronic disease such as cancer, heart disease, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis etc.

2. BLOOD SUGAR CONTROL
Drinking black tea can be beneficial for people with diabetes. Black tea contains a substance that mimics type 2 diabetes drugs. It lower blood sugar by blocking the enzyme that turns starch into glucose. This is similar to some drugs used to treat type 2 diabetes.


3. CHOLESTEROL REDUCTION
According to one study, black tea consumption reduces LDL “bad” cholesterol levels by 7.5% and raises HDL “good” cholesterol levels by 20 percent. Researchers concluded that drinking black tea improves the function of blood vessel walls and decreases the risk of coronary heart disease.

4. ORAL HEALTH
Tea Trade Health Research Association suggests that black tea reduces bacteria growth that causes cavities and plaque buildup in a tooth. Black tea contains fluoride, which can help to fight bad breath and prevent tooth decay by strengthening tooth enamel.

5. HEALTHY BONES
Regular consumption of black tea is also linked to stronger bones and lower risk of developing arthritis and osteoporosis due to the phytochemicals found in tea.


6. CANCER PREVENTION
There are many reports on the efficacy of the anti-tumor and cancer prevention activity of black tea. Tea polyphenols such as theaflavins and catechins are considered to be effective in the prevention or treatment of various cancers, such as prostate cancer, ovarian cancer and rectal cancer.

7. WEIGHT LOSS
Adding a cup of black tea to your regular diet helps in maintaining a healthy weight, as the result of having low amount sodium and calories in it. Black tea also boost metabolism and help the body burn fat more effectively. Black tea’s ‘theaflavins’, which are powerful antioxidants, have been found to significantly reduce muscle soreness after workout.