16/06/2026
Tea drinkers live longer and healthier lives but green tea in particular delivers the most powerful anti-ageing effects.
The health benefits of drinking green tea are superior to black tea, specifically in terms of estimated life expectancy. Though both green and black teas support cardiovascular health, green tea appears to excel in its ability to reduce the risk of coronary artery disease and hypertension. Tea consumption also reduces the risk of dementia, with protective effects against cognitive decline attributable to green tea. In general, tea also protects against various types of cancer, particularly oral cancer. Overall, the longevity perks of drinking green tea seem to outweigh those of black tea, both in terms of improving one’s lifespan and one’s healthspan.