Introduction

According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada, heart disease and stroke are the leading cause of death in Canada with 80% of Canadians having at least one risk factor for cardiovascular disease and 1 in 10 Canadians having three or more risk factors. Along with a healthy diet and active lifestyle, drinking tea is proven to help to maintain and support cardiovascular health according to Health Canada´s Natural Health Products Directorate. Thus your overall heart health and wellness can be supported by consuming all types of tea and living a healthy lifestyle.