Many people come home to brew themselves a warm cup of tea to unwind and hang their hats after a long day at work. Some even like to start off their day with a good ol’ caffeine punch—and what better than tea to kick your daily routine into gear? It soothes not only the mind but the soul as well, so it’s safe to say that tea is a vital component of most people’s daily regimen.
One might assume that if you’re treating yourself to a relaxing cup of tea every day then you might be doing it right. However, that is not the case all the time. Because there are certain practices that might not be the healthiest and it is important that you watch out for them.
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If you think you’re in the habit of practicing some of these unhealthy habits regarding tea, keep on reading because here are some of the common practices you need to get rid of ASAP!
1. Too Much Sugar
First and foremost, you have to cut out the excess sugar if you don’t want it to counteract the positive effects of tea. This does not only increase your sugar tolerance but also increases your chances of developing heart diseases, increased risk of stroke, hypertension, and in some cases, obesity. So, it is necessary to limit your sugar intake, especially if you are habitually drinking more than one cup on a daily basis.
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2. More Than Usual
There are those days when your busy schedule means you start craving tea almost every other hour. As bizarre as it might sound, for some people, gulping down a cup after regular intervals is a completely normal thing to do. This increased intake of tea can affect the ability of your body to absorb iron while also increasing your overall stress and anxiety. Additionally, this practice has also been linked with irregular sleeping patterns and can also cause heartburn. So if you are facing any of these symptoms, it's high time you put down that cup.
3. Adding Too Much Cream or Milk
Not everyone likes to drink black tea and that’s fine but, if you add more cream or milk than usual, you are doing little more than turning a light beverage into a calorie-dense drink. Another common tea practice is over-steeping, which significantly increases the amount of caffeine in the drink.
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If you’re guilty of indulging yourself in any one of these practices, know that that sugary, over-steeped, over-creamed mug that you’re holding in your hand does not capture the true essence of traditional tea. Maybe it’s time to dial it back a little bit.
