According to a survey done by Tea Board Of India , India is the 2nd largest producer of tea in the world and accounts for the highest tea consumption globally. Around 80% of the total tea produced in India is consumed by the domestic population. The tea is majorly consumed either before breakfast or with breakfast, which is also one of the reasons behind the high in-home consumption of tea. A certain proportion also considers tea as “any time of the day” drink.
Milk Tea with sugar is the most popular choice with more than 80% of the households preferring the same. In the recent times, however the consumption of Non-milk Tea without sugar aka Black Tea is on the rise, driven majorly by the increasing emergence of life style related diseases and increasing popularity of variants such as Green Tea. Sharing health benefits – Black Tea vs Milk Tea.
Tea has potent antioxidants and when we add milk, it cuts down the amount of antioxidants and makes it a source of inflammation and acidity. Black Tea , on the other hand is known to relax blood vessels and by adding milk to it, it may delay the process. Hence Black Tea is fast becoming a popular drink across age due to its perceived health benefits, and is fast becoming one of the most popular products in health and wellness segment. The awareness levels are especially high in metro cities or in regions where non-milk tea consumption is more than national average.
Tea can be positioned as a refreshing drink which can be afforded by the common man. A significant proportion of households considers that tea is associated with ill health such as loss of appetite, increased acidity etc. However, people need to be properly made aware about the different aspects of preparing tea, storing it and health benefits associated with drinking quality tea which can potentially change the negative perceptions about this humble drink.
Health Benefits Of Black Tea –
Black tea helps in repairing coronary artery dysfunctions in many heart patients. It has a healing effect on intestinal disorders. Black tea is extremely beneficial for asthmatic patients, as it expands the air passage, allowing the patient to breath more easily. It also helps cure digestive system disorders, lowers the risk of heart problems and aids women in preventing cancerous growth in breasts, especially women in the menopausal phase.Black tea is a great energy booster, and does wonder to your skin and hair. Hones mental focus and keeps you rejuvenated. Black tea relieves stress and improves bone density that lowers the chances of Arthritis.
Health Benefits Of Milk Tea –
There have been a mixed studies as in what is good, milk tea or black tea. As mentioned there are various health benefits of tea. Adding milk to this makes it even more flavorful. The free radicals and antioxidants in the tea are what makes it worth drinking. A good cup of Milk Tea provides strength to the body. Specifically the calcium content in the milk makes the bone stronger . It’s a great source of energy and also reduces stress, as it has caffeine and that refreshes the body. Milk tea has an anti-inflammatory agent functioning as an antioxidant in tea. Milk tea is a good source of both fattening and weight loss. Milk tea is more often considered as a healthy drink because of its compounds like carbohydrate, mineral and calcium.
Adverse Effects Of Milk Tea –
Too much consumption of milk tea can lead to specific health conditions like Type 2 Diabetes, Anxiety, Insomnia, Oily Skin and Pimples, Constipation, Dehydration, Bloating, May Cause Vital Nutrient Deficiencies, Addiction. Health experts recommend an amount of milk tea each week, which is just a large serving. Try avoiding milk tea as the milk steals away the essential health benefits of tea
There are a lot of health benefits of black tea and as a drink, it has a reputation for being a wonder drink, and quite rightly so, it is to be kept in mind that having the right time to take black tea is a must. You must avoid consuming just after the meal as there are chemicals, which exist in black tea which are known as phenols. What happens with these phenols if the black tea is taken not long after a meal, is that they can interfere with the absorption of the iron present in the food.
However, that being said, people who are anyway deficient in iron are better off steering clear of black tea consumed after a meal. Instead, what they can do if have it between meals and also at the start of a day. What this will accomplish is that all the benefits of the black tea can be imbibed by the body and none of the nutrition value of the food is lost either. Furthermore, balck tea drunk between meals can also reduce the appetite and help weight loss. What could be better? If you wish to discuss about any specific problem, you can consult a doctor.
Disclaimer : All information given is collected from various dietary officials and health journals.
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