:: Health And Tea The benefits of including tea as part of a healthy lifestyle are indisputable. It seems new reports appear almost daily, showing the chemicals present in true tea from Camellia Sinensis are shown to protect the body against stomach, breast, colon, and skin cancers, to lower blood pressure, to lower serum cholesterol, and normalize blood sugar. Some benefits of tea are: Black tea can reduce tumor growth : Rutgers University study found that a component of black tea called TF-2 caused colorectal cancer cells to "commit suicide" reduced tumor growth in colorectal cancer. Black tea can lower the risk of Atherosclerosis (clogged arteries), and heart attack : Large 10-year study in the Netherlands, found men who consumed the amount of antioxidants called ‘catechins’ found in three cups of black tea, were 50% less likely to die of ischemic heart disease, caused by narrowed, clogged arteries. Tea can lower the risk of viral infections: Harvard study indicated that tea chemicals stimulated gamma-delta T-cells that bolster immunity against bacteria and viruses. Black tea can boost immunity and reduce the risk of influenza: Japanese study showed that gargling with black tea boosted immunity to influenza. Tea contributes to dental health :Drinking tea may help your tooth enamel remain healthy and inhibit the formation of cavities and plaque. Fluoride is also essential for keeping your bones strong and healthy. Tea relieves sore throat : Gargling with cool tea helps to relieve sore throat