Category: Indian tea

As the second most consumed beverage globally after water, tea has a significant impact on public health. This raises a key question: is Indian tea good for your health? We explore the rich antioxidant content of black tea and the potential wellness benefits of the spices in masala chai, while also addressing potential drawbacks.

Studies have shown that tea plants, including those in India, can absorb heavy metals like cadmium, lead, and arsenic from the soil, accumulating these elements in their leaves. Understanding what are the heavy metals in Indian tea and their origins is essential for assessing actual consumer health risks, which are often minimal due to low transfer rates during brewing.