Long has been debated whether tea or coffee is more nutritious. Both beverages contain caffeine and antioxidants that provide numerous health benefits; ultimately it comes down to portion control and individual preference; adding high-caloric and sugary creamers will jack up both beverages’ caloric intake, but drinking them unsweetened allows you to benefit from all those antioxidants without added fat and calories.

Tea or coffee? Choosing between them can be difficult, but both beverages can be healthy choices if consumed according to recommended serving sizes. A cup of brewed coffee contains around 96 milligrams of caffeine while green tea typically has 20-60 milligrams; L-theanine from tea helps metabolize this caffeine slowly for sustained energy boost.

Coffee and tea contain antioxidants to fight free radicals – unstable atoms which damage cells and can lead to disease. Epigallocatechin-3 gallate (EGCG), found in tea, may offer protection from chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes; while chlorogenic acid found in coffee has been proven to reduce inflammation and blood pressure levels; possibly helping prevent atherosclerosis as a whole by helping narrow arteries due to build-ups of fatty substances and plaque.

Multiple studies have linked coffee and tea consumption with improved health outcomes, such as lower risk of cardiovascular disease and cancer, reduced depression, lower cholesterol levels, healthier weight management and enhanced cognitive performance. Although both can have health advantages, caffeine should be consumed responsibly as it acts as a stimulant which may raise blood pressure, heart rate and interfere with sleep quality.

Studies on over half a million individuals over time found that those who drank two to four cups of tea or coffee daily showed a lower risk of death compared to those who did not consume any. Both beverages contain potency bioactive compounds like polyphenols and catechins which protect against chronic diseases.

One study demonstrated how coffee and tea can improve heart health by helping control blood sugar levels, decrease inflammation, and enhance endothelial function – the lining of your arteries which pumps blood towards your heart muscle. However, to reap these healthful benefits of coffee and tea consumption, they must remain unsweetened. If you wish to add flavor or thickness, low-fat milk or unsweetened almond milk might provide better alternatives as these dairy options contain calcium which helps strengthen bones. If you are sensitive to caffeine, both tea and coffee may be healthy options, although herbal, black, and green teas contain less caffeine than some types of coffee. If you choose decaffeinated versions instead, limit yourself to no more than four or five cups each day.