Warm drinks for the cold

Everyone has their favorite drink for the cold. Some are fans of tea, and many others love hot chocolate, coffee, of course, also makes this list. What you may not know is that these delicious drinks come with many benefits besides keeping you warm. Here are some facts about your favorite winter drinks. Coffee Its greatest benefit is the antioxidants contained in the bean, substances known as polyphenols, which among their many functions protect against cellular mutations and slow down aging. Only blackberries, walnuts, strawberries, artichokes, and blueberries contain more antioxidants than coffee. Also, drinking four to five cups of coffee a day helps activate and enhance alertness, allowing for better concentration for longer. Recipe for Coffee with Milk Ingredients: - 10 teaspoons of instant coffee or to taste - 4 cups of water - 4 cups of milk - sugar to taste Find the steps to prepare this recipe by clicking here.   Hot Chocolate A recent study by scientists from the Italian university of L'Aquila revealed that cocoa has positive effects in delaying cognitive decline associated with aging. This is due to the high presence of flavonoids in cocoa, a natural chemical compound that acts as an antioxidant. Another study conducted by The Cochrane Library investigated the effects of cocoa on blood pressure, revealing that consuming chocolates with a high presence of flavonoids helps reduce it. Recipe for Christmas Hot Chocolate Ingredients: - 1 semi-sweet chocolate bar 180 grams - 1 cup of milk - 1 cup of hot water - whipped cream - 30 grams of grated semi-sweet chocolate To see how to prepare this recipe click here.   Tea Thanks to its antioxidants, green tea is able to disrupt a key step in the development of Alzheimer's, according to a study conducted by the University of Leeds in England. Additionally, green tea helps with fat burning, thus assisting metabolism and helping maintain figure. On the other hand, black tea might be what you need to relax. This drink is capable of reducing stress levels, as stated by the Huffington Post.   Let’s remember that all these delicious drinks are recommended in moderation just like any other product. If we could recommend one that you can drink without worry, it would be tea since no known dietary disadvantages come from drinking it.   Which of these drinks do you prefer?