Lao Li, who is over seventy years old, is short in stature but in good spirits, and is known as the "small town health expert". Every morning, Lao Li picks fresh tea leaves from his small vegetable garden, and then brews a pot of fragrant tea in his small courtyard.
One morning, when Lao Li was enjoying the aroma of his tea in the courtyard as usual, he suddenly heard a familiar voice.
"Oh, isn't this Lao Li?" A slightly hoarse voice came, it was Lao Li's old friend Uncle Wang.
Lao Li stood up with a smile and greeted Uncle Wang, secretly glad that he had made a pot of tea today, which happened to be able to entertain this old friend.
"You've come just in time to try my freshly brewed tea." Lao Li said with a smile, handing over a cup of steaming tea.
Uncle Wang took the teacup, took a sip lightly, was slightly stunned, and then showed a satisfied smile, "Good tea, good tea, it is really Lao Li's craftsmanship." ”
The two sat down and began to talk about the past. Uncle Wang suddenly smiled and said, "Lao Li, you get up so early every day to drink tea, don't you like to drink too much?" ”
Lao Li smiled and shook his head, "It's good to drink tea, but you have to stop in moderation and not drink too much." He picked up the teacup and continued, "Although tea is refreshing and delicious, it is good for the body and mind, but if you drink it in excess, it is not good for the body. ”
Uncle Wang nodded and continued to ask, "So, do you think that drinking boiled water for a long time is more beneficial to health than drinking tea for a long time?" ”
Lao Li thought for a moment, smiled and said, "This question is not easy to answer, because there are pros and cons to each. Although plain water is clear and tasteless, it is the purest and safest drink and is essential for the body's hydration. Tea contains nutrients such as tea polyphenols, which help with antioxidants, but if consumed in excess, it may also cause negative health effects. ”
Tea is an important part of Chinese culture and an indispensable part of many people's lives. However, there has been a lot of controversy about the health effects of drinking tea. Some people see tea as a substitute for plain water, and even worship it as a source of health, while others, like Lao Li, express concern about the health risks that can come from drinking too much tea. So, can drinking tea completely replace plain water?
Drinking tea is a very hot topic, and some people think that tea is like an elixir, and the body is super good when you drink it! The tea polyphenols in tea can resist oxidation, prevent cancer, etc., which is a great weapon! But others worry that drinking too much tea will cause problems. Some studies say that people who drink tea every day, especially those who love strong tea, are prone to stomach problems. It is also said that drinking tea that is too hot is not good for the esophagus, and in the long run, it may increase the risk of esophageal cancer.
But then again, there are also studies that say that drinking tea in moderation is still beneficial. For example, some studies have found that drinking tea is associated with the risk of cerebral hemorrhage, and those who drink less tea have a higher risk, and those who drink more tea have a 23% lower risk. What's more, drinking green tea seems to be anti-tumor, and it is said that there is a thing called EGCG in green tea, and green tea with this kind of thing may inhibit tumor growth. It can be seen that drinking tea is not without benefits!
Although there are many benefits to drinking tea in moderation, it does not mean that tea can completely replace plain water. Tea and plain water have their own strengths and cannot be substituted for each other. Plain water is the source of life and essential for good health, while tea is a pleasure that can be enjoyed when consumed in moderation. While we drink tea in moderation in our lives, we must also ensure adequate boiled water intake.
Drinking tea is a habit of many people's lives, but it is not so simple to drink it healthily.
Tea is not plain water, and sometimes it is quite particular. For example, when drinking tea, you should pay attention to the intensity of the tea, and do not brew too strong tea at one time, which can easily irritate the gastric mucosa and affect digestion. Also, the temperature of drinking tea must also be mastered, don't drink too hot, it is not good for the esophagus and stomach, and may increase the risk of esophageal cancer. Moreover, some tea leaves contain caffeine, which is not good for the heart if you drink too much. Therefore, tea should be drunk in moderation, don't be greedy!
In addition, for middle-aged and elderly people, they have to choose the right tea for drinking. In fact, green tea is most suitable for middle-aged and elderly people, because it is not fermented, and the substances such as catechins contained are beneficial to the body. Studies have shown that drinking tea in moderation may help reduce the risk of cerebral hemorrhage, which is good for brain health in middle-aged and older adults.
However, middle-aged and elderly people must also have a degree of tea drinking, don't go too far. Drink 2-3 cups a day is about the same, don't drink too much in one go, because the caffeine contained in tea stimulates the central nervous system, which may lead to an increased burden on the heart. If you have stomach problems, it is best to eat something before drinking tea to protect the gastric mucosa. Drinking tea in moderation is good, but don't forget that plain water is the "big tonic pill" for the body, and you must also take care of your physical condition when drinking tea.