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Tea

Both green and black tea, from the Camellia sinensis plant, are rich in antioxidant polyphenols that can help prevent a variety of conditions, including heart disease and cancer. Green tea is especially rich in epigallocatechin gallate, which can help prevent stomach ulcers and inflammatory diseases. Green tea may also have a protective effect against neurodegenerative disorders, such as Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases. Rooibos, or red tea, isn't a member of the tea family, but it's also rich in healing antioxidants.

Quick tip: Air, light, and moisture adversely affect tea flavor. Store loose tea and tea bags in an airtight glass container in a cool, dark place; use within six months.

How to eat more tea
•Steam rice in jasmine green tea.
•Add smoky tea, such as lapsang souchong, to soups in place of some broth.
•Drink iced black tea with crushed mint leaves for an afternoon refreshment.
•Take tea as your morning beverage. If you're a hard-core coffee drinker, try a robust black tea, such as Irish breakfast or smoky Russian.

Try this recipe: Green Tea-Poached Salmon with Braised Spinach