National Geographic’s latest Instagram post reads, “Why tea drinkers live longer.” The iconic TV network has 280 million followers on social media platforms.
“If you’re a coffee drinker, it’s time to change… Tea is celebrated for its calming effect, second only to water in global popularity – but it’s also rich in antioxidants and compounds that improve your health, Promotes focus and longevity,” Nat Geo wrote while sharing the post.
“Send this to your coffee-loving friend,” Nat Geo said in the comments section.
Given the huge popularity of the Instagram account, the post immediately caught everyone’s attention. However, social media users refused to accept this argument. Coffee lovers posted some funny comments. To keep an eye.
“You think I want to live that long? In this hell scenario? Without coffee?” asked a coffee lover.
Another user quipped, “Nice try by the British.”
“Leave my coffee alone!” one user exclaimed, while another called it “tea propaganda.”
“Longer doesn’t mean better,” one user wrote. “Wait until you hear about microplastics in your tea bag,” wrote another.
“An average Indian drinks 2-3 cups of tea every day. I would guess the same for anyone in the world. Either tea or coffee. It depends on how active you are and your lifestyle determines how long one will live,” commented another.
National Geographic explained in a detailed article why tea is good for health. From its ability to improve focus and stress relief to its great hydration and disease-fighting compounds, tea has it all.
Drinking tea helps control blood sugar, reduce belly fat and speed up fat burning during exercise. Nat Geo says this is why it is popular among health-conscious people.
Explanation for Indian tea lovers
As National Geographic advocates drinking tea, one must remember that it refers to black tea. Most Indian tea drinkers drink milk tea, which mostly has sugar added.
Milk tea can be healthy if prepared properly and consumed in moderation. It provides nutrients like calcium and vitamin D. However, its antioxidants can also cause digestive problems, heartburn, and weight gain.
The same applies for coffee. Without milk and sugar it is considered healthy.
