The Benefits of Green Tea

Model holding a cup in her hands, blog post is discusses the benefits and uses for green tea

Green tea is thought to be the healthiest hot beverage on earth as it contains antioxidants that have several health benefits.

 

According to Healthline, here are the main benefits of green tea:

 

  1. Bioactive compounds

Green tea is filled with healthy bioactive compounds such as polyphenol antioxidants, namely catechin (EGCG), which assists with inflammation and prevent certain types of cancers. Green tea also contains minerals that are beneficial for your overall health.

 

  1. Enhances brain function

Compared to coffee, green tea contains less caffeine but delivers the same impact with enhanced concentration as green tea contains amino acids as well as L-theanine which positively impacts brain function. Sip on some green tea and be more focused.

 

  1. Fat loss

Green tea can help to speed up your metabolism which may help you to lose weight. Most fat-burning supplements includes green tea in the ingredients list, as it helps your metabolic rate.  It improves your performance and assists to get the desired results you’re looking for.

 

  1. Reduces the risk of certain cancers

The antioxidant found in green tea may help to protect you against certain cancer as it protects oxidative in cells. Studies have shown that people who regularly drink green tea have a lower risk of certain types of cancer.

 

  1. Assists your brain against aging

Age gracefully with green tea. The bioactive compound in green tea helps to better your short-term memory and supports your brain against the effects of aging.

 

  1. Improves bad breath

Bacteria in the mouth is combatted with the catechins in green tea. It protects your oral health by avoiding infections as the catechins in green tea stop the growth of bacteria. So if you're looking for a natural improvement for bad breath, give green tea a try.

  1. Good to avoid diabetes type 2

As green tea helps to control blood sugar levels, it may help to prevent diabetes type 2 which green tea also improves insulin sensitivity.

  1. Good for your heart health

Green tea may prevent heart diseases as it lowers total and bad (LDL) cholesterol levels.

 

  1. Assists in weight loss

As green tea helps your metabolic rate it helps you to lose weight as well. It also helps to lower your body fat, especially in the abdominal area.

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