black tea daily can protect you against diabetes and heart problems

Drinking three cups of black tea daily can protect you against diabetes and heart problems in the long run

    Having about three or more cups of black tea daily can protect you against heart diseases; also having two or more cups everyday may reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes, according to researchers.
A recent review showed that regular drinking of black tea, with or without milk, can reduce the risk of heart problems by cutting levels of bad cholesterol and blood sugar.
Experts state that the benefits of tea are largely due to the flavonoid content – antioxidant ingredients that counteract cardiovascular disease.
    Overall, flavonoids found in tea are thought to control inflammation, reduce excess blood clotting, promote blood vessel function and limit furring up of the arteries.
    In addition, a 12-week study in 87 volunteers found that drinking three cups of tea a day produced a significant improvement in various cardiovascular risk factors. Nutritionist Dr Carrie Ruxton, co-author of the review and a member of the industry-backed Tea Advisory Panel (TAP), as saying. “With its antioxidant flavonoids, black tea packs a powerful punch with many health benefits, particularly for the heart. And recent studies show that the flavonoids work their magic whether or not we choose to add milk to the tea,” Dr Ruxton said.