Piyo More Chai, to health ban jaaye...

Dr. John Weisburger, Director Emeritus American Health Foundation says,

"Current research shows tea contains specific antioxidants & health promoting ingredients, lowering the risk of heart disease, stroke & certain types of cancer like oral, pancreatic and prostate."

Keeping the immense health benefits in mind, one must resolve to consume much more Tea than what one has consumed in the past.

In fact, Dr. Weisburgr has suggested an intake of up to 10 cups of Tea per day, which may be a useful dietary habit. Tea can be prepared with or without milk & sugar as per one's taste.

So make it a point to 'Piyo More Chai' because it's the mantra to your fitness, well-being and good health.

The Wonder Drink


In addition to Dr. Weisburger's observations, over a 100 scientific research papers produced over the last decade shows that Tea provides immense health benefits. Besides, all of us know that Tea has always been a rejuvenating, relaxing, natural and healthy beverage. Known to have therapeutic benefits which were utilized even in the ancient ages, to treat common ailments.

Today, Tea forms an integral part of the modern healthy lifestyle, which comprises a balanced diet, combined with regular exercise routine. Read on to find out how Tea helps you lead a healthier life.

Antioxidants... the Wealth of Health


Extensive research & studies have revealed that Tea is one of the richest sources of Antioxidants. These Antioxidants, as scientists agree, are found in Tea in the form of Polyphenols.

Antioxidants are compounds that help the body detoxify harmful excess free radicals. These free radicals are molecules, which occur naturally in the body. However, excess amounts (caused by excessive sunlight exposure, pollution, smoking, etc) have been associated with an increased risk of major diseases.

Antioxidants have the ability to combat their adverse effects by neutralizing their production and thus protecting cells from the normal, but damaging physiological process known as "oxidative stress".

There is scientific evidence to prove that Antioxidants promote heart health, prevent Cancer, help combat & guard against most diseases like Diabetes, Blood pressure, Tumor, Ulceration, Inflammation, Intestinal problems, Dental decay and a lot more.

Tea, Fruits & Vegetables are known to be the richest sources of Antioxidants, where Tea tops the list in its richness.

Antioxidants activity produced in Tea is greater than 22 fruits and vegetables. Some of the examples are given below.

Total Antioxidant Capacity of Tea & Common Vegetables :

A Healthy Heart with Tea


Flavonoids in Tea prevent the oxidation of LDL cholesterol, thereby reducing the risk of heart diseases.

Tea Prevents Cancer


Polyphenolic Antioxidants in Tea lower the risk of different types of Cancer (lung, fore-stomach, esophagus, duodenum, pancreas, liver, breast and colon.

Steer clear of Common Ailments


Calcium in your daily cup of Tea help develop strong muscles. Antioxidants in Tea help prevent chronic ailments like Gastric ulcer, Blood sugar, Blood pressure, Tumors and Intestinal problems.

Good for Oral Health


As Tea is tooth-friendly it protects the teeth from caries thereby preventing tooth decay. Theaflavins in Tea play a prominent role in the inhibition of Plaque-formation.

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