Afternoon tea is one of the ways of dining, dining time between lunch and dinner, can be traced back to the British 17th century period, stretched to the present day, and gradually become a modern leisure habits. Since afternoon tea is not a daily meal, it is not served every day.

Modern afternoon tea has developed from the English afternoon tea of the Victorian era in England, where tea was served while eating western-style pastries. Its popularity grew in China and quietly developed around the world as food and beverage cultures from around the world merged.

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The effect of afternoon tea

Afternoon tea is a very popular tea in China. p>Effects of afternoon tea

1, replenish energy

The classic English afternoon tea consists of pastries and tea. Snacks are usually served in a three-tiered silver tray, with sandwiches, English muffins, cheesecake and fruit tart from bottom to top. The order in which they are eaten is usually from bottom to top and from savory to sweet. This is said to be the same order as the main course to sweets in a formal meal.

In addition, experiments have proven that afternoon tea can also enhance memory and resilience. People who have the habit of drinking afternoon tea have an average score of 15% to 20% higher than others in memory and resilience.

2, bone health

Afternoon tea, "tea" for human health can not be ignored. Black tea is mild, mellow flavor, first of all, helps to strengthen the bones. Tea is rich in flavonoids, which can reduce the risk of osteoporosis in women.

Secondly, drinking black tea can prevent and control influenza, myocardial infarction, stroke and skin diseases. Studies have found that often gargling with black tea or drinking directly has the effect of preventing influenza; black tea is rich in trace elements of potassium, after brewing, 70% of the potassium dissolved in the tea, which can enhance the heart blood circulation, and can reduce the consumption of calcium in the body.

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