Conventional Teas May Contain Fluoride and Pesticides

Most tea isn’t washed before it is distributed into bags. If the tea was sprayed with pesticides, those pesticides will wind up directly in your cup. 

Many tea brands have been found to contain pesticides that are known carcinogens. 

Popular tea brands often get away with listing “natural flavors” as an ingredient, causing many consumers to think they are buying better, cleaner ingredients. But there is a whole list of what “natural flavors” could mean.

A study published in Food Research International found that a significant percentage of the United Kingdom population greatly exceeded the recommended dietary intake for fluoride, which can lead to detrimental health effects. 

It was determined that the overexposure was occurring specifically from the consumption of tea. 

Overexposure to fluoride can cause problems with the bones and teeth, as well as kidney problems.