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When it comes to hot drinks, tea is undoubtedly one of the most popular ones. It can make your body feel like a healthy temple, whether it’s green, black or herbal.
Different aroma-filled brews have different tastes, or even textures, but research shows that tea can really play a part in keeping you healthy. We listed five types of tea to tell you a bit about what they might do for your body!
Green tea
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Studies have shown positive effects of green tea extract on fat metabolism, which makes it a popular type of tea in diets. It seemingly also has a role in reducing the risk of neurological disorders like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s diseases.
Black tea
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Black tea contains a high amount of caffeine, making it the perfect coffee replacement. Studies have shown that this tea may protect lungs from damage done by cigarette smoke.
Oolong tea
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In an animal study, it was proven that those given antioxidants from oolong tea were found to have lower bad cholesterol levels. In Southern China, oolong tea is one of the most consumed beverages.
Pu’er tea
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Considered a black tea, this drink seems to improve weight loss, and cholesterol. Because it can help decrease fat accumulation, as proven by animal studies, this tea may also help liver health.
Chamomile tea
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When it comes to health benefits, it seems that chamomile tea can help stunt the growth of cancer cells. Besides that, it can prevent complications from diabetes.
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