One of the most popular brews of tea the world over, English breakfast tea boasts a robust flavor profile providing the perfect pick-me-up to your morning routine. It gives a refreshing taste and a boost of energy due to its caffeine content as you are engulfed in its rich aroma long after the tea is brewed.
While it can be enjoyed as a pure black tea, English breakfast tea with milk is also a popular option as the tea is hearty and strong enough to be accompanied by milk and sugar.
English Breakfast Tea and Caffeine
If you're a health-conscious tea drinker, you may wonder just how much caffeine is in a cup of your favorite black tea. The standard 8-ounce cup of English breakfast tea contains approximately 42mg of caffeine, well below the medically recommended level of 400mg per day.
If you're concerned about how much caffeine you consume through tea, there are a few simple steps you can take to control the level of caffeine you get from your tea. By steeping your tea for a shorter period, you can reduce the amount of caffeine in your cup. For instance, if you steep your tea for 1 minute, your intake is about 14mg per cup.
To obtain higher levels of caffeine, you can steep your tea for longer than five minutes and enjoy a more intense flavor.
Drinking English Breakfast Tea During Pregnancy
There are questions surrounding the caffeine intake of tea, with concerns regarding how it may affect the development of a fetus. Based on research, a moderate level of caffeine consumption equivalent to 3½ to 5 cups of tea per day may not affect the baby's development; however, it's best to consult your doctor in this instance.
It should be noted that pregnancy hinders the rate of breakdown of caffeine in a woman's body, thereby making the caffeine retention period longer. Hence it is advised that women who are sensitive to caffeine limit or omit their tea intake.
Health Benefits of English Breakfast Tea
Like all pure black teas, English breakfast tea offers a wealth of health benefits to the regular consumer.
Tea and Oral Health
A strong brew of English breakfast tea is thought to support overall dental health, as it can help prevent the development of cavities. According to studies, fluorides and polyphenols present in tea are the components that act to reduce tooth decay. Additionally, it's revealed that tea inhibits the growth of certain harmful microorganisms in the oral cavity, promoting oral hygiene.
Tea and Longevity
According to research by Dr. Weisburger, six or more cups of tea per day are thought to encourage healthy aging, as it can restore elasticity to the skin and enhance memory capacity.
Tea and Strokes
According to in-vitro studies, the antioxidant properties of tea help reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke, cancer, and other common degenerative diseases. Black tea is reputed for its blood-pressure-lowering capability, promoting overall cardiovascular health. The lowering of blood pressure, in turn, helps contribute toward balancing glucose and lipid levels.
Types of English Breakfast Tea
Gourmet English Breakfast
This loose-leaf tea is hand-picked from the Dimbula region of Sri Lanka and is famed for being a strong, full-bodied brew. Enjoy this Gourmet Selection English Breakfast by Dilmah as a bright and robust brew to start your day.
Exceptional English Breakfast
Presented in luxury leaf tea bags that protect the freshness of the tea, the Exceptional English Breakfast is a bright morning tea offering Broken Orange Pekoe leaves that brew a strong and bold tea of rich burgundy color.
Gourmet English Breakfast
Presented in tea bags wrapped for freshness, this Gourmet English Breakfast tea is a solid, full-bodied brew from the Dimbula region of Sri Lanka — hand-picked to combine strength and character in the perfect cup of English breakfast to start your day right.
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