Does tea affect blood sugar?

Tea is a popular beverage consumed by millions around the world. It has been associated with numerous health benefits, including aiding in digestion and reducing stress levels (who doesn’t need that!) One question that often comes to mind when it comes to tea consumption is – does tea affect blood sugar? In this article, we will explore the effects of green tea, black tea, and herbal teas on blood sugar levels.

Green Tea

Green Tea is one of the most widely consumed beverages in the world. It’s often touted for its numerous health benefits ranging from weight loss to improved heart health. But is there any truth to claims regarding its ability to lower blood sugar levels?

Studies Show…

Studies indicate that consuming green tea can have positive impacts on overall glucose control resulting from diabetes mellitus type 1 or type 2 . A randomized controlled trial conducted by Arab et al., (2009) found that daily consumption of brewed green tea resulted in significant reductions of fasting plasma glucose and HbA1c compared with those who drank water instead. Though studies are limited due to small sample sizes or lacking controls for confounding variables , drinking some quality brewed goodness can be something worth looking into!

Black Tea

Black Tea has a unique taste profile compared with other types of teas , which makes it appealing to many palate preferences . Often served hot and strong alongside good ol’ toast & jamโ€”BUT let us not forget about its effect on our sugars after such an indulgence ๐Ÿ˜‰!

Not Much Support…

Surprisingly enough there haven’t been many studies examining Black Teas’ effect on human glycemic profiles! Most likely because it’s already known as containing higher amounts caffeine than other types -perhaps people assume all modern-day lifts come at a cost (looking at you office coffee pot..). There was one study done by Wylie-Rosett J & Segal-Isaacson CJ (2017)m which reviewed several studies investigating the effects of black tea on blood sugar levels, and inconclusive results were found. So perhaps it’s safe to say that indulging in a nice cup of Breakfast Blend won’t ruin our efforts -but only time could ‘brew’ up potential future research ๐Ÿค”.

Herbal Tea

Herbal teas are not technically classified as “tea,” but rather, infusions made from various herbs, fruits or flowers . With endless flavor varieties there is sure to be something for everyone! But can these concoctions have an effect on one’s glycemic profile?

Some Scents Support…

Chamomile and Hibiscus teas are just divine ! They’re also beneficial for those looking to manage their blood sugar levels . Several studies suggest they may help reduce glucose levels in the body . A study conducted by McKay et al. (2009) concluded that drinking hibiscus tea reduced systolic BP -definitely take some time aside for brewin’ up this classic calming blend โ˜•๏ธ!

Watch Out..

Some herbal blends-and especially if unfamiliar with them- should be approached with caution due to added sugars. Best advice would be to stick with pure herbals without any additional sweeteners ๐Ÿ˜‰ !

Conclusion

So, does tea affect blood sugar? Based on existing research โ€“the short answer is: ‘it varies.’ Green Tea has positive implications whereas Black remains inconclusive.Though we must acknowledge more large-scale controlled researched needed surrounding both types (geeze am I right?) …Then came Herbal Varieties ๐Ÿ™‚ ! These have been shown to offer benefits such as lowering glucose & providing relaxation (let’s all breathe together!).
So although it isn’t concrete yet whether teatime will impact your bodacious bod-looks like things are lookin good overall so cheers!

Tea Time

“Oh the things you can find
If you don’t stay behind!” -Dr.Seuss, Oh The Places You’ll Go!

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