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Originally Posted On: https://oracbeverages.com/top-4-reasons-to-drink-cascara-tea/

Cascara is one of the healthiest ingredients found in beverages. And guess what…it’s also the main ingredient in ORAC Tea!

Here are the top four reasons why you should choose ORAC Tea over sugary sodas and energy drinks.

LOW AMOUNT OF CAFFEINE

It’s pretty much common knowledge that too much caffeine can be bad for your health. The high amounts of caffeine found in coffee and energy drinks can lead to a wide range of health issues, including anxiety and digestive problems. It’s also been linked to insomnia, which can impact virtually every aspect of your life. It can even lead to muscle breakdown and high blood pressure and has been linked to addiction in many people.

Fortunately, ORAC tea is a low-caffeine option that can provide the refreshment you need without the highs and lows of high-caffeine drinks, including soda, coffee, and energy drinks.

HIGH IN ANTIOXIDANTS

The process of oxidation in the human body produces chemicals called “free radicals.” These chemicals have been linked to many diseases, most notably heart disease and some forms of cancer. Antioxidants, however, are compounds in food that neutralize free radicals.

Cascara, the previously-discarded part of the coffee fruit, is an ingredient rich in antioxidants. By drinking fruits, vegetables, and beverages that have antioxidants, you might reduce the number of free radicals in your body and could potentially reduce your chances of heart disease and some cancers.

PLENTY OF ELECTROLYTES

If you purchase sports drinks, you’ve likely seen the term “electrolytes” on the label. This is a substance that supports electricity when dissolved in water, which, while sounding like a high school science experiment, is actually an important function for overall health. If someone is low on electrolytes, symptoms can include twitching, weakness, and even seizures.

Electrolytes are a broad category of substances that include potassium, calcium, and sodium, and they are found in many fruits and vegetables, as well as cascara tea.

CONTAINS HEALTHY POTASSIUM

Potassium is a mineral, which means it’s a substance not made naturally in the human body. It is highly reactive in water (making it an electrolyte) and has been linked to numerous health benefits. People with low potassium can suffer from problems with the nervous system and high blood pressure, but the substance is also linked to lower levels of stroke.

Each 12-ounce can of ORAC tea contains 170mg of potassium. To be fair, this is less than half of the amount in a normal banana, but it is still a significant amount that can contribute to your overall health.

Want a better way to refresh your mind and body?

Next time you stock up on beverages, grab some cans of ORAC Tea and give your household a refreshing, healthy alternative to soda and energy drinks.