How nutritious is a cup of tea? Why is tea not only China's national drink but also ranked by the United Nations as the top of the six healthiest beverages? A British antioxidant experiment reveals:

1. A 300ml cup of tea has an antioxidant effect equivalent to 1.5 bottles of red wine (each bottle about 750ml).

2. A 300ml cup of tea has an antioxidant effect equivalent to 12 bottles of white wine.

3. A 300ml cup of tea has an antioxidant effect equivalent to 4 apples.

4. A 300ml cup of tea has an antioxidant effect equivalent to 5 onions.

5. A 300ml cup of tea has an antioxidant effect equivalent to 7 glasses of fresh orange juice.

6. A 300ml cup of tea has an antioxidant effect equivalent to 12 glasses of beer.

In addition, the nutritional components in a cup of tea include:

This is why tea has six major benefits, known as the 'three anti' and 'three reduction' effects: anti-cancer, anti-radiation, antioxidant, and lowering blood pressure, lipids, and blood sugar. Research by Professor Nicolas Danchin from the Paris Preventive Medicine Center in France shows that compared to non-tea drinkers, tea lovers have a 24% lower mortality risk. Epidemiological studies in Japan indicate that men who drink 10 small cups of tea daily (30ml per cup) have a 42% lower risk of cardiovascular disease, while women have an 18% reduction compared to those who drink fewer than 3 cups a day.

So, in the scorching summer, why not take a moment for a cup of tea—quietly enjoying its cooling, refreshing, and health-boosting benefits?