Tea has been consumed for centuries and the earliest known texts on tea elaborately talk about the health benefits that this beverage entails. Based on recent studies on the nutritional aspects, tea is said to be the richest source of antioxidants and polyphenols specifically epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), catechins, theaflavins, tannins, and flavonoids that are known to have anti-inflammatory and analgesic health benefits. Besides, a warm cup of tea instantly calms the senses while also taking care of common infections such as cold, flu and regular muscle cramps.