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TASK 1
Read the following text about the benefits of Earl Grey Tea and answer the questions on page 2.
‘SOME SURPRISING BENEFITS OF EARL GREY TEA YOU NEVER KNEW
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Love Ea Grey tea. | enjoy it so much that I even wrote an article on the history of Earl Grey for my
biog. | discovered Earl Grey doesn't just have a unique and tasty flavour (although not everyone would
agree with that, it aso has a wide range of benefits.
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Tea contains very high levels of catechin, an antioxidant that fights oral infections. Fluoride is also a
natural component of Earl Grey tea, and it's also found in tap water. Fluoride is good for your teeth
because it protects them from cavities, as well as fighting decay. So if you're nota fan of city water, Ear
Grey can be another natural way to get your daly dose of fluoride
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Earl Grey tea has been known to improve digestion. It aids in the digestive process and helps relieve
painful indigestion, colic and nausea. It is also used to treat intestinal problems such as worms. Because
it helps the digestive process, it can also help to keep you regular.
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The bergamot in Earl Grey tea has been known to have a calming effect on people, as well as to push
Lup a person's mood, Ths is due to bergamot's natural aromatherapy qualities. In this way Eat! Grey is a
{900d natural solution for people suffering from depression, stress and anviety
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Earl Grey contains high quantities of antioxidants, which help our bodies to fight off free radicals that
‘cause diseases such as cancer. Therefore, drinking the tasty beverage can give you a greater chance of
not developing such diseases.
‘On a slightly less serious note, antioxidants aso help your skin to stay healthy and looking young, Again,
this is due to fighting free radicals that can damage your skin
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Unsurprisingly, one of the most popular effects of Earl Grey tea is weight loss. This is primarily due to its
citrus earact I's because of this that many people believe that citrus fruts in general can induce weight
loss. It's thought that calories are either broken down into food for your muscles or released through
the natural metabolic process. So instead of cream or sugar, ty putting lemon in your future cups of tea
instead.
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Unlike the effects of coffee, Earl Grey tea relaxes and soothes the body almost instantly. It also has a
stress relief effect whilst simultaneously providing the same clarity and focus as coffee. This makes it the
perfect alternative for those who don't want to get overly wired from coffee
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Read the text about the surprising benefits of Early Grey Tea on page 1. For headings 8 to |, write
in the box the number of the paragraph which the heading best summarizes. There are TWO EXTRA
headings which you do not need to use. Write only ONE number in each box. Heading A is an
‘example from paragraph 0. You will get 1 point per correct answer.
[A product full of benefits
‘A natural cold remedy
‘A powerful too! for your diet
It keeps you well hydrated
It prevents you from getting old
It helps you have a healthy mouth
It keeps you awake and relaxed
No more stomach pains after eating
You won't feel nervous or depressed anymore