surprising health benefits of tea

Masala chai is nothing but a concoction of tea leaves and aromatic spices. It is more of a desi variant of tea popular in every Indian household. Masala chai is best enjoyed during the monsoon; and ingredients like cardamom, ginger, cloves and pudina also increase the health quotient of the drink.

Packed with a number of health benefits, green tea helps in weight loss, improves eyesight, prevents cardiovascular problems and fights ageing. The antioxidants present in green tea help clear and regulate your system to function at an optimum level and increase your metabolism. The best way to brew green tea is to use a tea bag dipped in boiled/heated water or boil loose tea leaves in water.