Is tea or coffee bad for high blood pressure?

Given the unique compounds found in tea, particularly catechins, there is actually strong evidence that several varieties may help lower high blood pressure. The strongest evidence thus far is for hibiscus tea, followed by green tea. read more

MILAN, Italy — A large French retrospective analysis provides good news for caffeine lovers: investigators showed that drinking tea or coffee was associated with a small but statistically significant reduction in systolic and diastolic blood pressure. read more

The Joint National Committee on Hypertension has specifically stated that there is no evidence linking coffee/tea and high blood pressure. While some recent studies have shown a weak link between caffeine and elevations in blood pressure, the results are complicated and only consider short-term effects. read more