Iced tea is the ultimate refreshing summer beverage. But is it healthier than coffee and how can we best make it?

Answer to Question Two: “Which beverage is healthier – Iced Tea or Coffee?” Iced Tea typically boasts superior nutritional benefits over coffee, as it does not contain added sugars and more antioxidants; however if added sugars are added then extra calories and health benefits could be diminished significantly.

Drinking unsweetened iced tea can provide many health advantages, including lower risks of diabetes and cardiovascular disease as well as increased metabolism. Tea also contains polyphenols that can inhibit enzymes responsible for breaking down carbohydrates while supporting healthy insulin sensitivity levels.

Tea is also an excellent source of antioxidants, helping strengthen immunity and protect against cancer, while simultaneously relieving inflammation, improving mental alertness and focus, and even helping with weight loss by acting as a low-calorie beverage that may decrease appetite.

Iced tea provides another health advantage by serving as an excellent source of manganese, an essential mineral essential for building connective tissues, bone strength and healthy cell functions. A cup of iced tea provides 23 percent of your recommended daily manganese intake!

At the core of all healthy iced tea lies quality ingredients. Many commercial varieties contain excessive sugars and artificial sweeteners which may harm your health, so making your own organic iced tea at home with fresh ingredients can be immensely rewarding – you don’t even need an elaborate setup: simply put some tea bags in water in a pitcher and leave to steep for several hours will do!

Once it’s time to enjoy your tea, remove the bags and let it cool before serving. Be sure to use filtered water so your iced tea has maximum flavor and health benefits, while taking care not to steep for too long to prevent bitterness. Additionally, add an extra vitamin C boost by adding lemon or lime slices – or both!