Tea: Bollywood, cricket, and chai are all popular in India. Chai was invented by the British, but it has now become a common condiment that appeals to all age groups. And because there are so many versions of something so basic, it satisfactorily appeases everyone’s palate. An Indian masala tea or chai is made up of water, tea leaves, sugar, milk, ginger, and other spices according to personal preference.
According to estimates, 64% of Indians regularly consume tea, which indicates that practically every household in our nation brews at least one cup of tea each day. But in some regions, it is made far more than once, which causes a number of illnesses.
Let’s discuss the dangers, disadvantages, and healthy substitutions for tea, which is the most loved beverage of India.
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Disadvantages of consuming tea
We Indians also frequently drink tea with our meals. Not only does this lessen one’s appetite, but it also prevents absorption through the gut. Limiting nutrients and aggravating acidity and other digestive problems are the results of satisfying hunger.
The excessive caffeine in tea is a further downside, as it may result in high blood pressure or poor sleep. Foods with a lot of added sugar add extra calories to your diet and may cause weight gain as well as metabolic syndrome, which raises your risk of diabetes and heart disease.
Tea can hinder the pancreas’ ability to function if it is consumed in excess. This encompasses insufficient sleep, elevated blood sugar, insulin resistance, and insufficient rest.
Risks include
Because sugar is a refined carbohydrate that mixes easily with blood and raises blood sugar levels, consuming large amounts of it is dangerous. According to Dr. Pranit Ambulkar, the over-boiled Indian masala tea also contains tannin or astringent, which binds to dietary components and prevents them from being absorbed by the body.
When to avoid tea?
- If you are overweight and glucose intolerant, pre-diabetic, or have a family history of diabetes
- If you lack nutrients and are feeling lethargic
- When you suffer from conditions like high blood pressure
- If you frequently experience constipation or acid reflux
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Hunt for healthier alternatives
People frequently inquire, “If not tea, how will I survive?” Though it might not seem so, the solution is straightforward. Look for alternatives. We live in a time when there are many options for drinks like tea available worldwide. Even if we use the more well-known example of green tea, which isn’t cooked and doesn’t contain tannin, green tea offers numerous health advantages. It helps people avoid sweets and milk and has healthy antioxidant effects.
The market offers a wide range of flavours and herbal ingredients, as well as a variety of flavours. Green teas made from herbs have unique health advantages. As a result, they elevate a regular cup of tea beyond a simple beverage.
Today, sedentary lifestyles, stress, little exercise, and poor diets are constantly present in our lives. You can move a step closer to your health objective by making one tiny adjustment to your tea-time routine. Take the first “drink” toward a healthy tomorrow today to avoid visiting the doctor tomorrow.
Disclaimer: This material, including advice, provides general information only. It is in no way a substitute for a qualified medical opinion. Take the methods, and claims mentioned in this article as suggestions only; DNP India does not confirm or refute them. Consult a doctor before implementing any such suggestions/ treatment/medicine/diet.
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