Since tea can prevent the rise of cholesterol in the human body and has the effect of preventing myocardial infarction, tea polyphenols can also清除机体过量的自由基，抑制和杀来病原菌。In addition, tea has effects such as refreshing the mind, relieving fatigue, and抗菌。However, tea should not be consumed arbitrarily or at any time; there are particulars to tea drinking.

Tea drinking should be timed: a cup of light green tea in the early morning can refresh the mind; a cup of jasmine tea in the forenoon is芳香怡人 and boosts work efficiency; black tea in the afternoon helps解困提神; in the evening, when gathering with friends or family, brewing a pot of oolong tea adds a special touch and does not affect sleep.

Tea should also align with the seasons; different teas can be drunk in different seasons. Drinking green tea and oolong tea in spring and summer can help清解暑热;适当 drinking black tea and pu-erh tea in autumn and winter has温热驱寒 effects.

Tea drinking should also consider age. Especially for the elderly, note that black tea and pu-erh tea can be consumed a bit more, while green tea and oolong tea should be drunk less. Particularly for oolong tea, as the tea soup itself is relatively strong, be careful to drink it sparingly.

Tea brewing also has its particulars. Rinsing tea should not exceed 15 seconds. Nowadays, many people like to rinse tea when drinking it. During the rinsing process, some effective components can be lost. Excessive rinsing can lead to a significant loss of nutrients. If rinsing is necessary, it should not exceed 15 seconds; green tea and white tea should尽量不要洗。Elderly people should drink tea appropriately lighter, especially new tea, which is寒性较强. Since storage time is short, new tea may be fragrant, but it should be tasted lightly, not畅饮。

Different teas have different storage and brewing methods, each with its own particulars. Storage methods are very important. Tea leaves are most afraid of moisture, odors, and high temperatures. For storing new tea, tin bottles, porcelain jars, and colored glass bottles are best;其次是 iron cans and wooden boxes. Plastic bags and cardboard boxes are the least ideal.

Containers should be dry, clean, and free of odors. Tea should be stored in a dry, clean, and ventilated place, not in damp, high-temperature, or unclean areas. Do not place strongly scented items such as cosmetics, medicines, mothballs, cigarettes, or cleaning products nearby. Current year's new green tea should be sealed and stored in the freezer for 3–6 months.

For tea drinking, about 12 grams per day is appropriate. For ordinary people, 12 grams per day, divided into three to four brews. For those who love tea, eat greasy food, or smoke, the amount can be适当增加; for pregnant women, children, those with neurasthenia, or tachycardia, tea consumption should be reduced. Especially for pregnant women, tea should be consumed under a doctor's guidance.

The temperature of tea should be appropriate, neither too cold nor too hot. Many people think that the hotter the tea, the better, but this is actually incorrect. People drink tea for health benefits, but drinking tea that is too hot can harm the throat, stomach, etc., and in severe cases may lead to esophageal cancer. Therefore, tea should not be too hot; the optimal temperature for drinking tea is around 60 degrees Celsius, not exceeding 70 degrees.