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The Global Drink

Tea, the golbal drink, is consumed around the world more than any other drink except water. Originating in China ,tea has long established itself as the national drink of this country, the nation with the biggest population on earth.

A century before the birth of Christ, tea was described in Chinese texts as a health drink that made one live longer. Tea is still being regarded as such. Scientific studies have suggested that drinking five cups of tea a day can be compared to having two servings of vegetables. Both green and black teas are claimed to be effective for preventing cancer, heart disease, and many other deadly diseases. There is only one point people need to be aware of when they drink tea --- it should not be durnk along with meals. This is because an element contained in tea can interfere with the body's absorption of iron.