Tea

The Benefit
Experts have found that there are clear health benefits to drinking tea. Research has led to the discovery that antioxidants found in tea can help prevent cell damage. And there is clear evidence that drinking three to four cups of tea a day will reduce the chances of having a heart attack. Other health benefits included bone strengthening and protection against tooth plaque. A further study even suggested that tea consumption protected against cancer. Drinking tea is actually better for you than drinking water.
There was also some interesting information on the properties of tea. The research dispels the myth that tea is dehydrating. "Everyone assumes that caffeine-containing beverages (such as tea) dehydrate, a leading expert explained. But even if you had a really, really strong cup of tea, you would still have a net gain of fluid. In terms of fluid intake, we recommend 1.5 to 2 liters per day, and that can include tea. Tea is not dehydrating. It's a healthy drink.

The Negative Side
There was only one bit of bad news about tea. Research suggests that tea can affect the body's ability to absorb iron from food. This means that people at risk of anaemia should avoid drinking tea around mealtimes