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Tea time is big in South Asian culture and is a tradition well worth sticking to. Tea time is fun, relaxing and best of all – tea has a ton of health benefits!
For example, tea is full of antioxidants. Studies have shown antioxidants have cancer fighting properties, protect blood clotting and lower cholesterol levels. Antioxidants even protect your skin from aging. To reap these benefits, stick to the white teas, such as Darjeeling White or Gong Mei, which typically have the highest level of antioxidants.
Tea drinking has also been associated with oral and bone health. Tea inhibits the plaque-forming ability of oral bacteria and the fluoride in tea supports healthy tooth enamel.
Research also suggests that tea may have effects on body weight, fat accumulation and insulin activity. Green tea extract was found to significantly increase energy expenditure and fat oxidation. Green, black and oolong tea have all produced insulin-increasing results.
Best of all, tea time in New York City is fun and easy. The city is full of great tea spots. So be sure to say yes to tea and yes to tea time!
CitySaheli Picks
Tea & Sympathy
Step inside and you will feel like you have travelled across the Atlantic when you enter this cute and popular British tea spot. The scones and clotted cream are to die for!
Alice’s Tea Cup
A mini wonderland, this tea spot is cute, reasonable and the perfect place to go with your girlfriends. You’ll fine a wide tea selection and creative and delicious sandwiches, salads and sweets. The pumpkin scone is delicious!
Subtle Tea
This hip Murry Hill spot is perfect to go to with friends or solo. This fantastic spot has a wide tea selection, mellow music, friendly staff and free wifi!
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