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5 health benefits of black tea

By Anujj Trehaan

1

Good for the heart

Black tea has antioxidants called flavonoids. Consuming flavonoids can significantly stabilize your blood pressure and LDL "bad" cholesterol levels, which improves your heart health.

2

Improves gut health

Black tea promotes the growth of good bacteria in the gut, reducing the risk of various health conditions and aiding in digestive tract repair.

3

Reduces the risk of cancer

Black tea has polyphenols which can come in handy to fight cancer-causing cells in the body. It can reduce the risk of cancer in the breast, thyroid, lungs, ovaries, etc. 

4

Lowers blood sugar levels

Black tea may help reduce high blood sugar levels and improve insulin sensitivity, according to research. This makes it suitable for diabetics.

5

Makes you more focused and alert

Black tea's caffeine and L-theanine content improves attention span. In a study, 250 ml of black tea helped a group of participants finish cognitive tasks without errors. 

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