Tea addiction and how real it is for Indians.

Shocking to know that there are over 20,000 different teas globally, and tea is the second most-consumed drink in the world. The various teas found in India are Darjeeling, Assam, Nilgiri, Kangra, Munnar, Dooars-Terai, Masala Tea, and Sikkim tea. Lemon, milk, sugar, black tea, and green tea are the most common additives worldwide drink loved by everyone.

India is the second-largest tea producer after China. Tea is recognized as India’s “National Drink” in 2013. India is also considered the second-largest exporter of tea in the world. For most of the Indians, Tea acts as a refreshment drink to start their day. Overall, around 64% of the total population in India is a tea lover. The whole of India together consumes 837,000 tonnes of tea every year.

Benefit of Tea

• Tea is a refreshing drink. It reduces the risk of heart disease.
• Improves blood flow around the body and reduces the risk of clots.
• It helps to boost your immune system.
• It prevents cancer and heart disease.
• Tea contains antioxidants
• Tea has less caffeine than coffee.
• Tea keeps your skin look young, fresh, and bright.

These benefits show how tea helps the human body to build strength. But remember, a coin has two sides so, consuming three or more cups of tea in a day is not healthy, as the excess of caffeine might lead to headache, vomiting, heartburn, sleep problems, feeling sick, and confusion. So 1 or 2 cups of tea is enough for a day.

Tea is the second important drink after water for most of the Indians. Be it any occasion; tea is a must in India. This how Indians are addicted to tea, and it is real plus Indian culture!