Tea and coffee are the most popular drinks liked all over the world. Especially in our country India, people drink it with great enthusiasm. Not only this, some people have such a habit of drinking tea or coffee that they never refrain from drinking it throughout the day. However, consuming it in excessive amounts can prove harmful for you. Recently ICMR has issued a guideline for Indians in which it has given advice regarding the consumption of tea or coffee. In such a situation, let us know what the ICMR guidelines say for tea and coffee.
One should avoid drinking tea or coffee for at least 1 hour before and after meals because consuming it can cause iron deficiency in the body and increase the risk of anemia. In its guidelines, ICMR has advised people to keep an eye on the timing of their tea and coffee consumption, because both contain tannin which reduces the ability to absorb iron, which leads to anemia.
According to ICMR guidelines
Why is tea without milk better?
ICMR has said that tea without milk is a better option for your health. Because flavonoids and antioxidants are found in it. It reduces the risk of heart disease and stomach cancer. However, consuming excessive amounts of coffee can also cause high blood pressure and heart-related problems.
What is better tea or coffee?
ICMR has declared tea to be better than coffee. It has been said in the report that the amount of caffeine in 150 ml cup of brewed coffee i.e. ground coffee is 80-120 mg. Whereas in instant coffee this quantity ranges from 50-65 mg. ICMR has said that caffeine up to 300 mg should not be consumed at all.
According to ICMR guidelines, consuming caffeine in limited quantities has many benefits. It helps you stay focused and alert. But consuming caffeine more than the prescribed limit can prove harmful for your body. This can cause problems like sleeplessness and bad cholesterol. Heart patients should avoid its consumption.
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