Drinking tea is a national hobby in India. Every nook and corner has a tea stall with a crowd around. India is the world’s second-largest tea producer and Darjeeling tea charming global tea connoisseurs. While Ayurveda speaks of drinking less caffeinated and healthy drinks, you can consume a small amount of tea, especially ones with beneficial herbs and spices.Tea talkThe origins of tea go back to China to around 2700 BCE. It was known for its medicinal qualities. The leaves were freshly boiled and consumed. Tea plantations and consumption travelled to Japan and became part of its culture.China controlled tea exports for centuries. Europeans addicted to tea wanted more. Thus, companies like the Dutch East India Company and British East India Company controlled the tea trade between China and the rest of the world.It was then in the early 1800s that the British began growing tea in India, especially in Assam and Darjeeling. Sri Lanka, too, became another prominent tea-growing country. These days, many Asian, African and even South American countries are growing tea.Types of Tea1.Black Tea: The most common variety is created by oxidising the leaves before drying. Various teas like English Breakfast, Earl Grey, Darjeeling and Masala/Ginger are black teas.2. Green Tea: It is a variety that is a step earlier than Black Tea. It doesn't get oxidised but is treated by heat. This slightly mild-flavoured tea has varieties like Matcha and Sencha.3. Oolong Tea: This tea of Chinese origins is a semi-oxidised variety with a rolled or twirled shape. Its taste and body depend on its process.4. White Tea: This is a minimally dried tea variety and is dried naturally. The oxidation allows it to have a rich body and delicate flowery palate.5. Herbal Tea: This variety does not contain tea leaves but is packed and drunk like one. It has the benefits of herbs, flowers and spices.Health benefits of tea1. Healthy heart: Research by some organisations has spoken about tea, especially green tea, working in favour of reducing heart disease risk and lowering blood pressure and cholesterol.2. Weight control: Those looking to manage weight can use tea in aid of their healthy lifestyle choices and keeping the weight under control.3. Diabetes control: Healthily drinking limited tea can help tea drinkers get protected to a certain extent from Type-2 Diabetes.4. Staying attentive: Tea contains caffeine, which helps in staying alert and attentive. The right amount of tea will keep you focused on the side-effects like sleep issues.5.Digestion and immunity: Teas like herbal or ginger tea help in good digestion, while certain teas like herbal or green act as an immunity booster.Now, focus on the teas offered by Patanjali. Sip on Divya Peya with natural ingredients like Cardamom, Cinnamon, Cloves, Nutmeg, Black Pepper, Rose, Mulethi, Brahmi, Shankhapushpi, Arjun, and Tulsi. It helps in digestion, relieves stress and boosts comprehensive well-being.The Patanjali Gold Tea (100 Gm) is an option for desi chai. It has a rich taste and aroma and has a strong taste. For those fond of Darjeeling tea, choose Patanjali’s Premium Tea (250 Gm and 500 Gm), a subtle flavoured high-quality tea with all the benefits of tea.Continue drinking tea in control and with Patanjali's care.