Green or Black: Are You Drinking the Healthiest Tea?

We all know tea is good for us… don’t we? But which one - green or black - actually delivers the most health benefits? And could your daily cuppa be doing less than you think (or even undoing the good entirely)?In this episode, we dig into the science behind the world’s favourite drink. We’ll look at how green and black tea compare on everything from heart health and brain ageing to cancer risk and weight loss. You’ll learn how caffeine, L-theanine, and antioxidants differ between matcha, sencha, and builder’s brew - and why more isn’t always better.We’ll also tackle the big, milky question: does adding milk (or plant milk) wipe out the benefits? And what about contaminants like pesticides, fluoride, and heavy metals—are they something to worry about?Expect strong evidence, surprising findings, and a few wry truths about those influencer-beloved matcha lattes. If you’ve ever wondered whether it matters what kind of tea you drink - or how you drink it - this is the episode for you.So, before you put the kettle on… press play.Science-backed advice, simple steps, real results. Subscribe to One Health Tweak a Week today and take the guesswork out of healthy living. Get full access to One Health Tweak a Week at newsletter.onehealthtweakaweek.com/subscribe