Tea Blog

There are any number of things you can do while drinking tea. The possibilities are probably limited only by the imagination.

But there might be a few things you don’t want to try. I don’t drink tea while sleeping (I’m still working on that one), and I’m betting that trying to drink it while you’re surfing is a bad idea.

Here’s another example of an unusual tea-drinking activity:

wire walker attempting to enjoy tea while balancing high above the ground
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We all have our own preferences when it comes to multitasking with tea, but here are a few activities that pair especially well.

Mental Activities and Tea

There is some

research on tea’s effects on brain function and cognitive performance

suggesting that caffeine and theanine work together to improve focus and mental clarity.

Whether or not you follow the science, many tea drinkers notice this effect in daily life—which makes tea a great companion for mentally engaging activities like crossword puzzles.

Even Will Shortz of the New York Times has embraced this connection with collections such as The New York Times A Cup of Tea Crosswords.

Reading with Tea

If you’re looking for something more relaxed, reading is a natural pairing with tea.

You can explore tea-related topics in this

collection of articles about tea books and tea-related literature
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which highlights both nonfiction and fiction works centered on tea.

Tea and Exercise

Tea doesn’t have to be limited to quiet activities.

As discussed in this

article on the relationship between tea and exercise performance
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there is some evidence that tea may help support physical activity.

You may need to skip the fine china and opt for a travel mug or bottle, but tea can still be part of an active lifestyle.

Concerns about dehydration from caffeine are addressed in this

analysis of tea consumption, exercise, and hydration levels
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which explores why tea may not have the dehydrating effect often assumed.

And if you’re feeling adventurous, you might even consider

taking tea along on a hike or outdoor excursion
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See more of William I. Lengeman’s articles

on the tea blog author archive page
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