10 reasons we can't go a day without a cup of tea
Put the kettle on?
Last updated 23rd Apr 2020
Tuesday 21st April 2020 was National Tea Day, so to celebrate we thought we'd think of the reasons why we can't live without a good cuppa.
Whether you have a cup of tea when wake you up in the morning, or to refresh you after a busy day, it's time to celebrate National Tea Day.
Here are some reasons why tea is the best drink....
1) Tea gives you that cosy feeling
If you don't like coffee and you want that warm cosy feeling, there's always tea.
2) Tea is more than just a drink
Tea can be much more than just a cuppa. Afternoon tea is a favourite amongst many, it's oh-so British. Pass the cucumber sandwich please!
3) It 'can' cure hangovers - according to some
Some people swear a good cuppa cures a hangover, although of course you should drink responsibly and not get one in the first place!
4) It’s a great excuse to have a catch-up with friends
Of course it's a great excuse to catch up with friends, but at the moment with the UK in lockdown it will have to be a virtual catch up for now.
Pop the kettle on!
5) It eases us into the day
We've all been there, struggling to get up when it's dark in the morning, so many will grab a cup of tea to help us.
6) Tea never leaves us twitching, wired or irate like coffee can
Well, not that we know of anyway...
7) The perfect accompaniment to cake and biscuits
Tea is the perfect accompaniment to cake after a long day out in the cold. Don't forget a good biscuit. Dunking in coffee never compares.
8) There are so many flavours
There's a brew for every occasion, green, black, white, oolong…
9) Tea can be good for your health
Tea contains antioxidants which are good for you, and could help protect against diseases like cancer, apparently.
10) Tea makes everything OK
Whether it's been a good day, or one of those days that makes you want to hide in bed forever… A cup of tea will always make everything OK.
Now time to make a cuppa!
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