Green tea has been around for a very long time and is one of the best teas that you can drink for your health. It is known for helping your body eliminate free radicals. It is great for weight loss and contains anti-aging properties.
Most of the health benefits of green tea come from EGCG, Epigallocatechin Gallate, which is a very powerful and natural antioxidant. As you may know antioxidants work to remove all kinds of harmful radicals from your body — those which can damage your cells, cause cancer and reduce your lifespan. Free radicals are also connected to the aging process which is why it can be slowed down by drinking green tea. Another benefit of EGCG is that it helps to speed up your metabolism so that it is easier for you to lose weight. Plus drinking lots of this type of tea just makes you feel better overall.
All tea comes from the same plants — green, black and Oolong. The difference between black and green tea is the process that it goes through. Green tea does not go through a fermentation process — this process removes the EGCG — which is why it retains its health benefits.
Green tea can also help you fight tooth decay, fight off all kinds of bacteria and infections. Studies have shown that green tea is great at repairing your immune system and helps with preventing heart disease and other illnesses. It can be helpful at reducing your chances of developing breast and/or prostate cancer. The studies that were conducted looked at Japanese people who drank at least 5 cups of green tea per day.
If you don’t like the taste of green tea you may want to try a variety that includes some mint in it. Always look for teas that are natural and contain no hidden chemicals. It really is worth your while, and your health, to drink several cups of green tea each day. Try switching it out for your morning coffee. You may not miss it as much as you think and you might realize that you just want something warm to drink each morning.
Remember that the health benefits of tea are numerous and it is definitely something that you should be including in your diet regularly.
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