When you think of celebrities, ice-tea makers probably don’t immediately come to mind. But you’d be surprised how many famous people are fans of ice-tea makers. After all, who wouldn’t want to be associated with a successful brand that many people enjoy?
Ice-tea makers have been around for a while and have been enjoyed by people of all ages. But it wasn’t until recently that brands started focusing more on marketing to consumers. Especially since the health benefits of drinking tea are being touted by celebrities and health experts alike. So what’s the appeal? Why do hot celebrities and health-conscious individuals prefer to drink tea over other beverages? Let’s find out.
The Appeal Of Tea For Celebrities
With the resurgence of ‘clean living’ and ‘natural remedies’ in the early 2000s, people are starting to appreciate the benefits of drinking tea. Especially since some of the most recognizable names in the world are advertising on behalf of these products. Celebrities like Gwyneth Paltrow and Dr. Oz are supporting hales teas and green teas, while maintaining that coffee is actually bad for you. They’re even suggesting that it might not be good for anyone, really. So what’s the appeal? Here are just a few reasons why tea is so attractive to celebrities:
Health Benefits
Many people get nervous when it comes to taking supplements or beverages that are not natural. But with the resurgence in ‘healthism’ and the growing popularity of ‘clean living’, people are now more open to trying new things. And what is more natural than hydration? Coffee, for example, can cause dehydration, and it has been shown to aggravate liver disease. But green tea helps maintain a healthy metabolism, hydration level, and liver function. So what exactly does coffee do to the body that makes it less desirable than green tea? It may de-glaciate cells, which results in tumors being formed. It has also been suggested that coffee causes cancer. So while it’s true that coffee is good for you in small amounts, it’s not necessarily a healthy choice for those looking to maintain a low cancer rate.
Caffeine Content
Many caffeine-free herbal and fruit teas are gaining popularity because they don’t contain the substance that is harmful to some people. And what is more, they contain a substance that can provide some health benefits. Some of these teas, such as chamomile flower tea and rooibos tea, provide a mild caffeine rush that may even be enjoyable for some people. Caffeine-free teas provide a better alternative for those who are trying to avoid the substance or who want to slowly introduce themselves to caffeine. Some people even claim that herbal and fruit teas are a good choice for diabetics because they do not contain any sugar. The caffeine in these teas may act as a stimulant. So while it’s good to have an alternative, if you’re a coffee lover, you may still want some.
Flavor
When someone enjoys a particular flavor of tea very much, it can be difficult to drink anything else. Especially when that flavor is something that is difficult to find, like rose water or lemon juice. These are two of the most recognizable smells/flavors found in drinks, but they are actually difficult to find when consumed on their own. When someone decides that they want to try something new and different, they often end up buying a bottle of rose water or lemon juice to have with their meals. If these products are unavailable where you live, you can bet that someone will have gone to great lengths to try and find them. So what’s the appeal of flavor? When we crave a particular snack or food, the first thing that comes to mind is often the taste. If someone’s craving lemon, they probably crave the tartness and sharpness of real lemon. But do they really want to be limited to lemon products? Why not have some fun and create your own blend? You might discover that you like something new and different about your blends that you had never tried before. Plus, creating your own custom blend is a great way to discover what other flavors you may like. Give it a try, you may be surprised at what you come up with.
Drinkability
One of the great things about tea is that it is easy to drink. No matter what flavor you are trying to drink, you will find an easy way to make it. You don’t need to prepare it the way that you drink it either, since tea is usually served in a different way than the way you would prepare it. For example, French press coffee is ground directly into the cup, while teapots are always served with cups and saucers. The way that you serve and drink your tea is completely customizable. It is usually served in a teapot or in a heat-resistant glass with a wide mouth. When you are ready to drink, just pour the hot liquid into a cup (or glass) and enjoy. If you prepare your tea in a French press, you can even press the pot directly onto the cup to warm the drink before serving. So what’s the appeal of drinkability? For those who love to experiment with new things, this is a delicious alternative to coffee.
The Appeal Of Tea For Health-Conscious Consumers
While some people prefer to drink coffee to get a jolt of energy, others are turning to tea to help them wake up. Especially since coffee has been shown to interfere with sleep quality. But why? There are actually a few reasons why tea might be a better choice than coffee for consumers who are trying to improve their sleep quality. First, caffeine has been shown to interfere with the sleep cycles of humans and animals. So even if you don’t eat it, your body is still getting the jolt from the caffeine. But that’s not all there is to it. Drinking coffee in the morning has also been shown to keep you up at night, especially if you are drinking it at night. The caffeine in coffee continues to be absorbed through your stomach walls and into your blood stream throughout the night. The caffeine then travels to your brain, keeping you up and preventing you from getting the sleep that you need.
In comparison, green tea has been shown to improve sleep quality by increasing the amount of melatonin that is released by your brain throughout the night. Melatonin is a substance that can help regulate your sleep cycles and prevent insomnia. It can also reduce the severity of insomnia and promote better sleep. So if you’re looking for an alternative to coffee that might actually help you sleep, you could try green tea.
Coffee And Chocolate
If you love to drink chocolate and coffee together, you might want to try and find some new recipes. Luckily, you can find blends that feature both of these flavors, so you don’t have to decide whether or not you want to try and combine them. For example, the new Chase Hill Coffee and Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough flavor is described as chocolate chip cookies with “a creamy, chewy center and a crisp, lightly browned exterior.” If you love the taste of coffee and chocolate, this might be the product for you. But if you don’t care for the texture of chocolate, you may want to try another flavor.
Variety
One of the great things about tea is the variety that is available. Whether you like strong brews or would like something more subtle, you will find hundreds (if not thousands) of unique flavors to choose from. While it is always great to try new things, it can be difficult to discover what flavors you may like and what flavors you may dislike. With tea, you are bound to find a flavor that you enjoy. And if you don’t, you can always prepare it differently. Some people prepare their tea with milk or cream instead of water. Some people use different teabags, or none at all. Some people even like to prepare their tea with a little bit of sweetener.
While all of these variations can change the flavor of your tea, they can’t change the fact that you will like something new and different about it. So what is the appeal of variety? When you try a new food or beverage–be it coffee or tea–you may discover that it has a flavor that you didn’t like. But instead of just giving up on the food or drink, you can try something new. And while you may never like the way that coffee or chocolate taste, you can still enjoy them both. With tea, there will always be another option. And who knows, maybe one day you will discover that you do like the way that one of these flavors tastes. Variety is always attractive, but it’s especially important for those who are trying to improve their health.