Next to water, tea is the second most-consumed beverage. There are so many benefits of green tea that for so many years since its discovery, it is being rated to be the most special among other teas. Needless to say, the benefits of green tea is the main reason why it is the most popular tea. In ancient times, green tea can be considered to be a medicine for all. It has been used to cure so many sickness from headaches to blood regulation.
As time passed, the wonders of green tea traveled from its place of origin to other Asian nations and even to western countries. From China it reached America and Germany. As it came to be known to new places, new benefits of green tea kept sprouting too. Many claims or assumptions of what it can do keep coming out. With or without proofs these claims are being regarded to be true by many. Among some of the said benefits of green tea are the following.
Prevention and Treatment of Cancer. According to one research by University of Purdue a compound in green tea stops the growth of cancer cells. Another result of a study in 1994 published by Journal of the National Cancer Institute indicates that it reduces the risk of having esophageal cancer in Chinese man and women for about 60%.
Practicing Good Oral Hygiene and Food Poisoning Prevention. Because of the bacteria-killing capability of green tea, it is said that it prevents dental plaque. Just as it keeps the teeth bacteria free, green tea also makes the food free from bacteria that can be poisonous.
Weight Loss and Aging Prevention. Another benefit of green tea is that it increases fat oxidation which results to faster metabolism. A research published by American Journal of Clinical Nutrition in November 1999, reveals that a combination of both caffeine and green tea burns more calorie. It also contains antioxidants which is responsible for stopping aging.
Memory Enhancement. Green tea protects the part of the brain called hippocampus. This part of the brain holds the memory. By protecting it, damages are being prevented and thus good condition of brain is maintained through the years.
Strengthens Immune System. Because of the antioxidants the green tea have, it protects the body from any harmful bacteria caused by pollutions. Tea extracts kill organism that can cause diseases.
Aside from five benefits that was enumerated, many other benefits of green tea are being presented. Scientifically approved or not, the benefits of green tea are evident to tea lovers. In a general sense, a glass of a green is far more healthy than a cup of coffee.
Friday, August 1, 2008
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I enjoyed reading your article. I too am into healthy coffee and tea. I happen to be a coffee lover. When my doctor told me to cut back on coffee, in fact, on caffeine all together, I tried to do what he told me but then after a few months, I fell back into my old habits.
Some months ago, a friend introduced me to healthy coffee. I thought healthy coffee, no way. But I tried it and to my surprise, it not only tasted great, not bitter flavor at all, but it also gave me tons of energy.
I don't know whether the coffee you drink is similar to the coffee I drink. The coffee I drink has ganoderma lucidum, also known as the reishi mushroom. The green tea also has the reishi mushroom in it.
The funny thing about this coffee is before drinking it, I had suffered for years of not being able to sleep through the night. This could be because I drank 3-4 cups of coffee almost every day, even in the evening. But since drinking this coffee, I still drink the same amount, even at night, but I now sleep like a baby. This is the honest truth. I sleep better now than I have in years.
I totally agree with you, too! You can really get some health benefits from drinking tea or coffee aside from water but personally, I like coffee with Ganoderma Lucidum, a rare red mushroom that can detoxify and balance your body system. Now, what more can I ask for? You got coffee that has anti-oxidants and at the same time, enjoy the benefits of cleaning your insides the healthy way with the help of Lingzhi (Ganoderma Lucidum). Thanks for sharing this! You've been a big help!
Cannedguds... on cleansing, balancing, coffee, tea (or me?), Boxer Dog checks & everything else under the sun!!!
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