Tea contains theophylline which has been shown to improve contractility of diaphragm, an important component of the breathing system.
Heavy cigarette smokers often suffer from an incurable progressive respiratory disease christened chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) characterized by a sense of breathlessness, persistent cough and wheezing.
Theophylline reduces the breathing difficulties associated with COPD flare ups.
Methinks habitual smokers should be advised to go "Luhya style" with tea, that is, take alot of it!.
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