Older adults who drink tea are less likely to be depressed

Depression is common among older adults. Luckily, a study by researchers from the National University of Singapore and Fudan University in Shanghai found a statistically significant link between regular tea drinking and lower levels of depression in seniors.

The researchers analyzed the data of 13,000 individuals who took part in the Chinese Longitudinal Healthy Longevity Survey between 2005 and 2014. They discovered a virtually universal link between tea drinking and lower reports of depression.

The data also suggested that the benefits of tea drinking are strongest for males aged 65 to 79 years. 

"It is likely that the benefit of tea drinking is more evident for the early stage of health deterioration. More studies are surely needed in regard to this issue."

Other factors seemed to reduce depression include living in an urban setting and being educated, married, financially comfortable, in better health and socially engaged.