The Indian Tea Affiliation (ITA), the nation’s oldest organisation of tea producers, on Friday welcomed the US Meals and Drug Administration’s recognition of tea as a “wholesome” beverage, saying this recognition aligns with the rising physique of scientific proof supporting the well being advantages of tea.
“The Indian Tea Affiliation is happy that the US FDA has issued a remaining rule updating the “wholesome” nutrient content material declare, which now consists of tea as an formally recognised “wholesome” beverage. This important growth permits producers to voluntarily label tea merchandise with the “wholesome” declare, supplied they meet the up to date standards,” ITA mentioned in an announcement.
“Within the Government Abstract of the FDA’s announcement, it was famous that every one water, tea, and low with lower than 5 energy per Reference Quantity Typically Consumed (RACC) and per labeled serving routinely qualify for the “wholesome” declare…This recognition aligns with the rising physique of scientific proof supporting the well being advantages of tea, which is wealthy in antioxidants and has been linked to varied well being benefits,” the affiliation mentioned.
In keeping with ITA, this recognition is a “pivotal second” for the tea trade, because it not solely validates the dietary worth of tea but in addition empowers shoppers to make knowledgeable selections. “This resolution underscores the quite a few well being advantages of tea and reinforces our dedication to selling tea as a healthful beverage selection,” it mentioned.
The premier tea producers physique mentioned because the world more and more turns to more healthy dietary choices, the affiliation and its member firms stay devoted to producing high quality tea and selling the advantages of Indian tea, guaranteeing that it continues to be a cherished beverage each in India and overseas.
