Tea can tune up immune cells so they reach their targets quicker. Holy basil or tulsi tea has been used for centuries to help keep the immune system strong thanks to its antibacterial, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties.

Drinking tea (be it green, black, or oolong) - can give you an extra edge when you're trying to lose a few pounds. Research shows the benefit from green tea comes not just from the catechins, but also the caffeine - the two work together to produce weight-loss effects. From an overall health standpoint - green tea is thought to be the best for warding off some chronic conditions.

A study published in 2016 found a 35% reduced risk of stroke among those who drank one to three cups of green tea a day. Those who drank four or more cups of green tea daily had a 32% reduction in the risk of having a heart attack and lower levels of LDL cholesterol. Four cups of green tea may keep you running to the bathroom, but you can get the same benefit from drinking one cup of matcha tea, which is made from ground green tea leaves and is said to be the nutritional equivalent of 10 cups of regular green tea.

Antioxidants work to prevent the body’s version of rust and thus help to keep us young and protect us from damage from pollution. Load up on antioxidants with a white tea, which is less processed than black or green tea so it retains more beneficial antioxidants.