That image is often used to stereotype Britons or spoof them. But tea-drinking Britons may have the last laugh. And this can lead to certain cancers. Mr. Schweizer says tests show the positive effect of tea in preventing DNA instability.
Tea is rich . . .
Mr. Schweizer's study tested a variety of foods to determine their positive health effects. Tea was rated the best. He is not alone. The National Tea Council estimates most Britons drink an average of 3.5 cups of tea a day - even before knowing about all the extra health benefits.