March 8, 2024 | 10:00 pm PT
I habitually get pleasure from tea and low collectively each morning. Is there an affect on my well being from consuming each of those drinks on the identical time? (Hung, 28, Dong Nai)
Reply:
A number of research point out that ingesting a reasonable quantity of caffeine can help in managing situations similar to reminiscence loss, Alzheimer’s illness, metabolic syndrome, and fatty liver illness. Nonetheless, due to the consequences of caffeine on the mind, consuming a big amount of coffee can result in a dependency on or habit to the beverage. In consequence, extreme consumption of espresso is just not beneficial.
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An individual holding a cup of drink. Illustration photograph by Unsplash |
For people who’re delicate to caffeine, tea might provide an appropriate different to espresso. Tea accommodates L-theanine, an amino acid identified for its calming results, which may help soothe the nervous system whereas retaining the thoughts alert.
Each tea and low are sources of antioxidants, primarily polyphenols, which not solely give them their distinctive flavors but additionally contribute to well being advantages. The antioxidants current in these drinks can support in vitality increase, weight administration, and elevated alertness.
Mixing tea and low is a matter of non-public alternative and is usually thought-about regular.
Dr. Dinh Tran Ngoc Mai
Diet – Moderation Division, College of Medication and Pharmacy at HCMC’s Medical Heart