Surveys show that people who have the habit of drinking afternoon tea score on average 15%—20% higher in memory and responsiveness than others. Tea leaves contain abundant flavonoids, which can reduce the risk of osteoporosis in women.

The "tea" in afternoon tea is, of course, primarily black tea. In the UK, there are many varieties of black tea, with Darjeeling and Ceylon tea being among the specialty teas for afternoon tea.

Faced with the high efficiency and fast pace of modern society, office workers often eat too little or too hastily for lunch. A nutritious and balanced afternoon tea can not only drive away afternoon drowsiness but also help restore physical strength.

Drinking afternoon tea is different from simply snacking. The calories from snacks are stored in the body, whereas afternoon tea, like other proper meals, uses a significant portion of its calories for bodily consumption. It also helps people maintain energy until dusk, leading to lighter dinners and fostering optimal eating habits.

Good afternoon tea is also a guarantee of a graceful figure for women. A nutritional survey in the UK showed that women who regularly enjoy afternoon tea are slimmer because they maintain the habit of eating smaller, more frequent meals. Additionally, experiments have proven that afternoon tea can enhance memory and cognitive flexibility. Those with a habit of drinking afternoon tea score on average 15%—20% higher in memory and responsiveness than others.

Regular consumption helps prevent osteoporosis.

In afternoon tea, the "tea" itself plays a significant role in human health.

Black tea, with its mild nature and mellow aroma, first contributes to strengthening bones. Researchers from the Cambridge University Medical School conducted a dietary and bone density survey of 1256 women aged 65—76 living nearby. The results showed that tea leaves contain rich flavonoids, which can reduce the risk of osteoporosis in women.

Secondly, drinking black tea can prevent influenza, myocardial infarction, stroke, and skin diseases, among others. Studies have found that regularly gargling with or directly drinking black tea has preventive effects against influenza. Black tea is rich in the trace element potassium; after brewing, 70% of the potassium dissolves into the tea, which can enhance heart blood circulation and reduce calcium consumption in the body. Those who drink five cups of black tea daily have a 69% lower risk of stroke compared to those who do not drink black tea. Furthermore, the theaflavins in black tea are more effective than green tea in preventing skin cancer.

Finally, the tannic acid contained in black tea also has strong anti-aging functions~