List of Green Tea Benefits
Green tea is widely drank and enjoyed in Asian countries and is becoming increasingly popular in other countries. There have been numerous studies linking green tea and it’s bioactive chemicals to health benefits. Some of green tea’s known benefits are:
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High antioxidant content: making it beneficial for protection against cell oxidation
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L-theanine and caffeine: Caffeine gives a boost of concentration and alertness while L-theanine provides an anti-anxiety and relaxing effect. The result is concentration and alertness without the feeling jittery.
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Can increase body’s fat burning and metabolic rate by as much as 17%
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May protect brain from diseases including Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s
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Green tea can also help reduce the risk of Diabetes type II by improving insulin sensitivity and decreasing blood sugar levels
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The green tea has shown to be effective in reducing the chances of cardiovascular diseases such as stroke because of it’s positive effects on lowering the main underlying risk factors of cardiovascular disease such as high cholesterol and cell oxidation.
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Green tea may reduce bad breath by inhibiting the growth of bacteria in the mouth. It may even prevent tooth decay.
Overall, green tea is definitely a very healthy option to include in your daily beverages. Eupherbia’s green teabags come with medicinal Saffron, thereby increasing the health benefits tenfold.