Tag: Tea health myths

According to scientific studies, the tea plant, *Camellia sinensis*, naturally produces trace levels of nicotine as a defense mechanism against insects. However, the key takeaway is that the amount of nicotine in brewed tea is thousands of times lower than in a cigarette, posing no significant health risks or addiction potential.

While a popular myth suggests that steeping tea for too long releases harmful toxins, this is not true for a standard cup. Over-steeping won't poison you, but it significantly alters the flavor, aroma, and chemical composition of your brew, leading to an unpleasantly bitter and astringent taste.