Drink to a healthy New Year

28 December 2006

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Tetley tea is Britain’s favourite brew, yet few people know that with every cuppa they consume, they are also reaping the health benefits. Why not make a New Year’s resolution that is good for you but is also simple to keep - to drink more of the nation’s favourite hot brew. Below are just a couple of quick reasons why Tetley tea should feature in everyone’s healthy resolutions:

Tetley tea, like water is hydrating

If you struggle to drink 8 glasses of water to stay hydrated, then don’t despair as tea can count towards your daily fluid intake. Despite common knowledge, the amount of caffeine in tea is so low you can easily drink up to 6 cups per day without any of the harmful effects that other caffeinated drinks can have. In fact, the British Dietetic Association confirm that drinking tea counts towards your daily fluid intake. Tea, after all, is 99.5 % water. Tetley – the tasty way to help you stay hydrated.

Did you know that Tetley tea is rich in antioxidants?

Tetley tea, just like fruit and vegetables, which are also rich in antioxidants, tea is naturally rich in antioxidants. Early research suggests that antioxidants may help to maintain the body’s defense system. Because we Britons drink so much tea, it is the biggest source of antioxidants in the UK diet.

A natural source of Theanine

Tea is a natural source of Theanine. Initial results from recent studies support the belief that tea has the power to stimulate and relax at the same time. Whether you need to wake up in the morning or relax after a hard day on your feet, a cup of Tetley tea will be sure to provide the cure.

Tea is lower in caffeine

A cup of Tetley tea contains only half the amount of caffeine than an average brewed cup of coffee. One cup of tea contains only 50mg per 190ml cup compared to around 100mg for a cup of brewed coffee. Recent findings suggest that a moderate intake of caffeine provided by up to 6 cups of tea a day may actually be beneficial to mental and physical alertness. Enjoy a cup of Tetley tea instead of a highly caffeinated alternative.

Looking for a low calorie treat?

A cup of Tetley tea without milk and sugar has no fat or calories and using semi skimmed milk only adds around 13 calories per cup and 0.5 mg of fat. Who says there is no pleasure without any guilt!

Compare a cup of Tetley tea with semi skimmed milk at 13 calories to a skinny Latte at 160 calories and a low fat mocha at 330 calories.

A cup of tea is tastier and won’t go straight to your hips!

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