Is freshly brewed sweet tea healthy? A balanced investigation
                                
                                
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                                A 2025 study on UK Biobank participants found that unsweetened tea consumption was associated with a lower risk of all-cause mortality, whereas sweetened tea showed no significant association. This research highlights the crucial question: is freshly brewed sweet tea healthy or does the sugar negate its natural benefits?