A beef about tea

I have a beef about tea, specifically the bottled tea that we find in convenience stores, grocery stores, gas stations, etc.

It's all full of sugar. Why?

I like plain tea. No fruit. No sugar. No sugar substitute. No lemon. Just tea.

Why is this so difficult to find? Am I the only person out there who wants just plain tea?

All types of tea contain healthful antioxidants. Most of us use too much sugar, and sweetened beverages have been associated with increased body weight. Plus drinking sweetened bevereages, even those with sugar substitute, can increase our cravings for even more sugar. Moderate amounts of sugar are fine, but I prefer mine in something I can sink my teeth into, like chocolate or a cookie.

My solution: I always bring along a bottle of water. Once I find a location that sells plain, unsweetened tea, I stop there frequently and stock up. Thank you, the hot dog guy in Manchester, VT! You're the only one in town who carries plain tea.