爱喝红茶吗？关于红茶你可能不知道的11大益处

Based on a research study conducted of elderly people living in the Mediterranean islands it was discovered that people that had been consuming black tea on a long-term basis on a moderate level (i.e 1-2 cups a day) had a 70% lower chance of having or developing type 2 diabetes.
对生活在地中海岛上老人的一项研究发现， 长期适度喝红茶（一天1-2杯）的人发展成2型糖尿病的几率会降低70%。

7. Stress Relief
减轻压力

We all are aware and well experienced about the calming and relaxing benefits of black tea. Not only does it help slow you down after a long day, studies show that the amino acid L-theanine found in black tea can help you relax and concentrate better. Black tea has also been shown to reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol when consumed in moderate amounts on a regular basis.
我们都知道，也都感受过红茶镇静和放松的效果。研究表明，在度过了漫长的一天后，红茶不仅能帮助你休息，红茶中的氨基酸L-茶氨酸还可以有助于你放松，并能让你更好地集中精力。研究也已证明，定期适量饮用红茶可以减少应激激素皮质醇的水平。

8. Better Immune System
更好的免疫系统

Black tea contains alkylamine antigens that help boost our immune response. In addition it also contains tannins that have the ability to fight viruses and hence keep us protected from influenza, stomach flu and other such commonly found viruses in our everyday lives.
红茶中含有烷基胺抗原，能够有助于提升免疫反应。此外，它还含有单宁酸，具有抗病毒的能力，能保护我们远离流感、肠胃炎和其他日常生活中经常发现的病毒。

9. Healthy Digestive Tract
健康消化食道

In addition to improving your immune system, tannins also have a therapeutic effect on gastric and intestinal illnesses and also help decrease digestive activity.
除了能改善我们的免疫系统之外，单宁酸对胃和肠道疾病也有一定的治疗作用，并能有助于减低消化活动。

10. Increased Energy
增加能量

Unlike other drinks that have a relatively higher caffeine content, the low amounts found in tea can help enhance blood flow to the brain without over-stimulating the heart. It also stimulates the metabolism and respiratory system, as well as the heart and the kidneys.
和咖啡因含量相对较高的饮料不同， 茶叶中咖啡因的含量较低，有助于增强血液流向大脑，同时不会过度刺激心脏。它也能刺激新陈代谢和呼吸系统，以及心脏和肾。

11. Happiness Factor
幸福因素

If a perfect cup of tea makes you smile and lets your heart indulge a little, then what could possibly be the harm?
如果一杯完美的茶能让你微笑，让你的心稍微放松一下，那还有什么坏处呢？