Tea and Fluid Replacement
In the past it has been widely believed that tea should be avoided as a fluid replacement due to the diuretic action of the caffeine present. An extensive review of the medical and scientific literature, carried out by Professor Ron Maughan and Jane Griffen, concluded that ‘there is no evidence base for the assumption that all caffeine containing drinks should be avoided in situations where fluid balance is, or might become, precarious.’ It was found that tea does not have a diuretic effect due to caffeine unless the amount of tea consumed at one sitting contains more than 250-300mg of caffeine, equivalent to between 5 and 6 cups of tea. In fact, due to the volume of fluid that is drunk whilst enjoying a cup of tea, the British Dietetic Association advises that tea can contribute towards the daily-recommended fluid intake of 1.5 to 2 litres.
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