TEA AND COFFEE

     Tea and coffee are  a significant part of daily life for numerous people. According to legend, tea was first discovered by the Emperor of China in 2737 BC while he was passing over a bridge. When it comes to coffee, it is estimated that coffee  was first found in the Ethiopian highlands and it spread to other continents through the Arabian Peninsula. In terms of effects on people, coffee and tea have differences and similiarities.

    There is serious research that caused scientific debates about coffee and tea. For example,an Australian study has recently shown that the dark tea we consume  regularly is the basis of the strength of our bones and as a result of this, the risk of osteoporosis is reduced considerably. Besides, contrary to common opinion, tea does not damage peoples’ teeth; in fact, the substance called fluoride that tea contains protects teeth and prevents decay. Apart from these contributions, tea helps in decreasing stress and in increasing mental focus and concentration.
    

    With respect to advantages, it is possible to observe the same effect after coffee consumption. Coffee consumption in moderate amounts plays an effective role in the prevention of the risk of some diseases such as parkinson, alzheimer, type 2 diabetes and heart rhythm problems. On the other hand, it is a fact that overcomsumption of coffee may lead to unwanted results such as a rise in blood pressure and changes in sleep patterns. When exam dates get close, students have a reason for drinking coffee. In other words, students feel  in need of coffee to be awake and more conscious, but according to experts our expectations can determine how we feel. It is possible to stay awake without drinking coffee by using our conscious mind and by reminding ourselves of our responsibilities.
   

    All in all, both coffee and tea are good for us in different ways. On account of the fact that moderation is very important in every area of our lives, we should arrange coffee and tea consumption according to this fact. While some people would rather drink coffee than drink tea, some people exclusively drink tea. On the other hand, there are a number of people who drink neither tea nor coffee. As far as I am concerned, these beverages add flavour to our lives and  most people will drink both coffee and tea as long as they live.