Drinking Tea Can Reduce Heart Attack Risk

LONDON (Reuters) - Drinking one or more cups of tea a day can reduce the risk of having a heart attack, British researchers said Thursday.

Britain's favorite brew contains natural compounds called flavonoids which can neutralize harmful chemicals that damage cells and can lead to heart attacks, stroke and cancer. (more...)

Green tea antioxidants may fight arthritis

NEW YORK, Jul 22 (Reuters Health) - Studies in mice suggest that green tea antioxidants may have a powerful effect in reducing the incidence and severity of rheumatoid arthritis. (more...)