A common phrase in the United Kingdom is that everything can be solved, or at least put at ease, after a cup of tea. Whether you drink tea to help you wake up or as an integral part of your evening wind-down, this soothing hot beverage is a staple in countless homes. There's a reason tea in all its forms has been an institution for thousands of years. From loose leaf to specialty tea bags, there are a variety of reasons people make the switch from coffee to tea. Here is a guide to a few of the many benefits tea drinkers enjoy. 

What Are the Advantages of Drinking Tea Over Coffee?

1. Health Benefits 

Tea has ample antioxidants, like polyphenols, which control the damaging effects of free radicals. Polyphenols found in tea leaves improve cognitive abilities by widening blood vessels. This promotes healthy blood flow to the brain, enhancing your brain function. Additionally, tea has natural anti-inflammatory properties, especially in green tea, rooibos and herbal varietals such as turmeric, ginger and rosehips. Lastly, tea contains L-Theanine, an amino acid that works to reduce stress, both mental and physical. In turn, this amino acid can boost your mood.

2. No Adverse Effects of Caffeine 

Caffeine is notorious for causing or exacerbating insomnia, anxiety, and jitters. Most teas have a relatively low caffeine content compared to coffee, which means you won't develop physical dependency or withdrawal symptoms if you miss your morning "cuppa." Tea drinkers feel calm and relaxed but alert without the telltale manifestations of caffeine. 

3. Cost Effective 

Cost varies when it comes to different varieties and brands. However, when assessing the price per cup, tea consistently costs less than coffee. Specialty coffee can cost anywhere from $10 to $15, yielding 32 eight-ounce cups. This comes out to roughly 31 to 47 cents per cup. Most teas cost around 5 cents per cup for loose leaf options and no more than 40 cents per cup for a tea bag. 

Whether you love to indulge in a delicious morning cuppa or need a gift idea for someone special in your life, Tumblewood Teas has just the selection of hand-crafted teas for you. Located in Big Timber, MT, this woman-run business ships unique and yummy teas and accessories across the country. Passionate about the integrity of their ingredients, owners Riza Gilpin and Laurie Rennie source from the finest growers around the world. This Western-inspired tea company offers a vast selection of options, such as herbal and tantalizing rooibos flavors to single origin and unique blends in both loose leaf and tea bag packaging. To learn more about their impressive selection of classic and seasonal teas, visit the website or call (406) 932-9641.