Tea Benefits

“A cup of tea solves Everything”

Green tea contains an antioxidant called epigallocatechin-3 gallate (EGCG) which is also helpful in treating a variety of diseases.

Hence it has most prestigious place among beverages as it helps in the prevention and treatment of cancer, heart problems, cardiovascular diseases, high cholesterol levels, rheumatoid arthritis.

As there is so much to tell about this magical herb we are trying answer below questions that commonly comes to our mind regarding green tea and its benefits.

What are the health benefits of green tea?

What is Green Tea?

All teas come from the Camellia Sinensis plant or a genus of this plant.
In fact, it is the same tea but it is processed differently. The normal black tea is obtained by fermenting the tea leaves. This fermentation changes its color and flavor, while raising the level of caffeine and tannin in it. On the other hand, in the case of Green Tea, the tea leaves are dried or slightly steamed but not fermented. This is what makes it look green when it’s brewed.

How to consume Green Tea?

Brew the green tea properly. Boil the water until it just reaches a simmer, then remove from heat and wait 30-60 seconds before using it, so it can cool down a bit.
Place your tea leaves in the warmed pot. If possible, try to use loose tea leaves for higher quality tea, as opposed to tea bags.The standard guideline is one teaspoon (3 grams) of tea for each 8 ounce cup of water. So if you are serving yourself, just use one teaspoon of tea.
Pour the boiled water over the tea leaves and let them steep for 1-3 minutes and then strain out the leaves.
Avoid adding any sugar, milk or other additives to your tea.
You can often get up to three brews from the same leaves.

The health benefits of green tea

Anti-Aging: The main job of antioxidants is to neutralize the oxidants or free radicals present in the body and green tea is very rich in antioxidants.
Stimulating:This effect, is due to the Caffeine and Tannins present within the tea leaves. Caffeine & Tannins, despite their potentially adverse effects on health in the long run, act as very powerful stimulants.
Immunity Boosting:The Catechins present in green tea prevent bacteria and viruses from attaching themselves to cell walls in order to infect them. These Catechins also counter the toxins released by microbes which protects you from bad breath, dysentery, diarrhea, tooth decay, indigestion, flu, cough & cold, and colitis, all of which are caused, in some way, by microbial & fungal action.
Astringency:Astringent substances trigger contractions in muscles and tissues, while toning up muscles and skin.You can also use it as mouthwash or apply it on your hairs.
Anti-carcinogenic: The Catechins present in green tea neutralize these free radicals, prevent formation of carcinogens like nitrosamines and reduce the risk of cancer particularly of colon, rectum, pancreas and intestines.
Reducing Cholesterol
Cardiac & Arterial Health: Green tea prevent thickening of the blood, thereby reducing chances of Arterial Sclerosis, Thrombosis, as well as Cardiac and Cerebral Strokes.
Anti-diabetic: The alkaline nature of green tea helps to reduce the blood glucose level and also better functioning of the pancreas which help prevent the onset of diabetes
Weight Loss: Green tea also enhancing the rate of metabolism, thereby promoting a faster consumption of the fat storage of the body.
Stamina & Endurance Booster: You can prove this quality to yourself quite easily. Just have a cup of hot green tea after some rigorous exercise and within no time, you will be ready for a few more sets.
Detoxifying: Green tea with lemon is the best cure for particularly savage hangovers and fatigue caused by the consumption of alcoholic beverages and lack of sleep