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Research has shown that the benefits can be seen with two cups of tea a day. New evidence shows that black tea may play an important role in maintaining heart health. At a time of growing concern about cardiovascular health, it seems that for many, part of the solution lies in a simple cup of tea, writes Express.co.uk.

A new survey conducted on 1,000 adults, analyzed by the Tea Advisory Panel, reveals that more than three quarters of Britons, 76 percent of them, are concerned about heart health, reports Index.hr. It shows how many people are looking for simple ways to preserve their health in the long term, and it is encouraging to know that one of the simplest healthy habits may already be in almost every kitchen. The Advisory Panel's tea expert, Dr. Tim Bond, explained what it was all about. "Tea contains natural plant compounds, called polyphenols, which have been linked to a number of benefits for the cardiovascular system," he said. "These bioactive compounds appear to help blood vessels function better, help maintain healthy cholesterol levels and reduce inflammation, all of which are important for heart health." "A large study of more than 207,000 adults from the British Biobank showed that people who consumed the most foods and drinks rich in polyphenols, including tea, had a 22 percent lower risk of developing heart disease," said Dr. He also mentioned another large analysis, which included almost a million adults and showed that regular consumption of black tea was associated with a lower risk of coronary heart disease. Scientists believe that the key role in this is played by flavonoids, a group of bioactive polyphenolic compounds that are naturally present in tea. There is more good news for tea lovers. "Research suggests that benefits can be seen from as little as two cups a day, and several studies show that each additional cup can further benefit the cardiovascular system," said Dr. "Interestingly, the average Briton, according to a review of TAP research, already drinks between four and five cups a day," he added. However, the method of preparation is also important.

Key points

• A new survey conducted on 1,000 adults, analyzed by the Tea Advisory Panel, reveals that more than three quarters of Britons, 76 percent of them, are concerned about heart health, reports Index.hr.
• It shows how many people are looking for simple ways to preserve their health in the long term, and it is encouraging to know that one of the simplest healthy habits may already be in almost every…
• The Advisory Panel's tea expert, Dr.
• Tim Bond, explained what it was all about.
• "Tea contains natural plant compounds, called polyphenols, which have been linked to a number of benefits for the cardiovascular system," he said.