Tea; a Hot Drink Made By Infusing the Dried Crushed Leaves of the Tea Plant in Boiling Water

 

Tea Market

Tea is an aromatic beverage prepared by pouring hot or boiling water over cured or fresh leaves. This aromatic drink originates from the Camellia sinensis shrub, native to China and other East Asian countries. There are many ways in which tea is prepared for consumption: lemon or milk and sugar are among the most common additives around the world. Tea is the 2^nd most widely consumed beverage across the globe, following only water. It is the only beverage commonly served hot or iced, anytime, anywhere, for any occasion.

The Global Tea Market was valued at US$ Mn in terms of revenue in 2020 and is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 5.0% during the forecast period (2021 to 2027).

Some of the most common tea varieties include green tea, black tea, white tea, rooibos tea, herbal tea, and oolong tea. Green tea is often touted as the healthiest tea. Regularly consumption green tea can help lose weight and reduce the risk of several diseases, such as cancer, diabetes, and heart disease. It is chock full of antioxidants and polyphenols that help to boost heart and brain health. Drinking 3-5 cups of green tea per day appears to be optimal to get the most health benefits. Green tea has also been shown to improve blood flow and lower cholesterol.

People around the world have been drinking tea for thousands of centuries, and for good reason. Numerous studies have shown that a variety of teas may fight off inflammation, boost immune system, and even ward off cancer and heart disease. There are plenty of evidence that regularly drinking tea can have a lasting impact on wellness. Though moderate intake is healthy for most people, drinking too much could lead to negative side effects, such as anxiety, digestive issues, disrupted sleep patterns, and headaches, among others.

According to the Tea Association of USA Inc., tea is most widely consumed beverage in the world next to water, and can be found in almost 80% of U.S. households. In 2019, Americans consumed over 84 billion servings of tea, or more than 3.8 billion gallons.