Heart disease may be prevented by a cuppa
A study from Scotland and France indicates that green and black tea may lower the risk of heart disease by preventing fatty deposits from building up in arteries. The research, carried out on hamsters with a high-fat diet, found a "remarkable" reduction in fatty build-ups of up to 96%. Scientists believe similar effects can be replicated in human trials, as the administered amounts were equal to a cup of tea per day. The protective effect apparently comes from plant-derived chemicals known as phenolic compounds and flavonoids found in tea and some juices.