4 common tea-drinking habits that may be doing more harm than good

The Indian Express reports that while tea can be a healthy beverage, certain common habits may reduce its potential benefits. Dr NK Soni, Senior Consultant & HOD - Internal Medicine & Diabetology at Yatharth Super Speciality Hospital, and Parimal Shah, Founder, Cherise India, advise that moderation, timing, and preparation are key to making tea drinking a healthier habit.

They suggest choosing less sugar, avoiding very strong tea, and maintaining an appropriate gap from meals to minimize the negative effects of tea on the body. Additionally, the article highlights the importance of allowing tea to cool slightly before consumption to avoid irritating the mouth and food pipe, and warns against using tea as a meal replacement due to insufficient nutritional benefits.

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