"Better three days without food than a day without tea!"- This is what Chinese say about the most consumed beverage in the world (after water, of course). The first certification of the green tea beneficial effects dates from the year 1211, when the monk Eisai praised green tea in one of his books. Green tea makes our life longer and brings various benefits to those who consume it regularly. Recent studies have shown that it stops the development of unwanted cells in the body, meaning that it prevents cancer.
Used from ancient times, green tea is an effective antioxidant, which rejuvenates the body. It also helps in preventing heart disease and tumors, increasing the body's immunity. Last but not least, green tea is refreshing and boosts your energy in no time, as long as it's consumed every morning.
Although we have the possibility to opt for a healthy lifestyle, there are many factors that can harm our health. Despite our balanced eating habits, the doctors continue to diagnose various diseases and health problems. Is it possible to improve our life by consuming green tea on a regular basis?
Green tea is efficient against caries. Foods rich in sugars and acids, such as sweets, fruits and juices, attack tooth enamel. As it has a high content of fluorine, green tea strengthens tooth enamel and makes it resistant to acids.
This amazing tea lowers the level of LDL cholesterol and raises the HDL cholesterol, which brings many benefits to our health. In addition, green tea lowers the blood pressure and maintains the blood flow, preventing the clots. Therefore, people who present a risk of developing heart and circulatory diseases (stress, smoking, unhealthy nutrition, arterial hypertension) should drink as much green tea as possible.
Green tea prevents diabetes and other metabolic diseases, but it can't cure them. However, it slows down the complex carbohydrates decomposition in the intestine. Studies have revealed that people who drink coffee have lower chances to develop diabetes. It is not known yet if caffeine or another ingredient of green tea is responsible for its beneficial effects.
You can use green tea in case of digestive disorders such as heartburn (pirosis), gastritis, irritation of the stomach, and diarrhea. It should be consumed during meals, in order to fight against stomach acidity.
Diarrhea can occur because of stress, a poor diet, food allergies or bacterial infections. Green tea has a beneficial effect on stomach, restoring its functions.
Due to the low content of theine, green tea is much less exciting than black tea. It also has a high content of vitamins A, B, E, C and minerals like iron, calcium, phosphorus and potassium. It can be consumed instead of coffee, providing plenty of energy. Because of its antioxidant ingredients, green tea regenerates and protects the skin. It is used efficiently in weight loss diets, being a pleasant drink without calories and fats.
April Kerr writes for Enjoy Tea; a website about detox teas for your liver and health benefits of kombucha mushroom tea plus much more.
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