The Extraordinary Health And Weight Loss Benefits Of Green Tea

Last Updated on Sunday, 9 October 2011 07:11 Written by Natural Health Team Sunday, 9 October 2011 07:11

Health Information about The Extraordinary Health And Weight Loss Benefits Of Green Tea

Green tea is not only known for its weight loss benefits, but its extrodinary health benefits as well. In fact, there are numerous studies being done around the world to provide evidence for its natural health and weight loss benefits.

Who knew, the Chinese people have used this amazing natural resource for many centuries to cure depression, insomnia, nausea and other ailments.

Here are some other important and proven benefits you can get from using this remarkable natural resource regularly: Green Tea ….

Promotes good heart health… Lowers cholesterol… Reduces heart attacks… Prevents skin damage… Improves circulation… Helps with good digestive health… Soothes stress… Is antibacterial… Protects liver function… Relaxes the body… Prevents sun damage… Helps protect against diabetes… strengthens bones… Bolsters your immune system… Improves your memory… Sharpens your mental focus… Promotes younger looking skin… Helps prevent arthritis… Removes toxins from your body… Helps prevent cancer… Calms the mind… Aids in maintaining healthy eyes… helps heal lung damage and probably a lot more.

So what makes green tea so benificial?

Well it gets its amazing properties from catechin polyphenols, especially epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). These substancess have been found through studies that it is a very potent antioxidant.

The substances in the tea has been found to prevent the growth of cancer cells. In addition to that, it eliminates the cancer cells without causing damage to the healthy cells nearby.

Another one of the health benefits, is that its efficient at controlling the levels of cholesterol in the blood. People who drink green tea are found to have lower LDL cholesterol levels and higher HDL cholesterol levels. Once study conducted on animals suggested that polyphenols prevented the cholesterol from being absorbed by the intestines which result in the excretion of cholesterol from the body.

Everyone must eat to stay alive and your teeth and gums are very important. Green tea will help your teeth stay healthy and prevent tooth decay. This tea also has the ability to help reduce symptoms of periodontal disease. Drinking this tea regularly will promote periodontal health and ward off further disease.

With so many natural health benefits, green tea is the perfect drink to consume on a daily basis. For adults, drinking two to three cups daily is sufficient. So the next time you are looking for a drink that will enhance your overall good health with the added ability to lose weight, drink green tea!

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