According to legend, Emperor Shen Nung discovered tea in 2732 BC.

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Tea contains polyphenols are antioxidants that repair cells and may help our bodies fend off cardiovascular diseases, cancers, osteoporosis, diabetes mellitus, and other maladies.

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It takes around 2,000 tiny leaves to make just one pound of finished tea.

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There are more than 1,500 types of teas in the world.

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Tea bags were developed in the United States in 1908

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