35 BENEFITS OF DRINKING GREEN TEA

Green tea is one of the healthiest beverage and Superfood that you need to consume every day!

Studies have shown at the University of British Columbia in 2007 found that the polyphenols in green tea is known to decrease sulfur compounds in the mouth that can cause bad breath.

Besides being a Superfood that can get rid of bad breath, green tea has many potent benefits due to its significant antiviral, anti-cancer, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant (notably catechins and flavonoids).

In addition, green tea contains many beneficial dietary minerals (magnesium, manganese and potassium), folic acid, B vitamins, essential amino acids, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, sterols, phytochemicals and other related compounds. It also contains alkaloids including caffeine, theophylline, and theobromine.

According to the University of Maryland Medical Center found that the amino acid properties in green tea called  'L-theanine' has a calming effect on the nervous system.

The polyphenols contained in green tea are known as catechins. Green tea contains six primary catechin properties: catechin, gallaogatechin, epicatechin, epigallocatechin, epicatechin gallate, and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). EGCG is the most studied polyphenol component in green tea and the most active anti-oxidant known for its action to reduce the risk of many chronic diseases as well as help weight loss, maintain blood pressure, deabetes, cholestorel and many more.

Here are some of the benefits of drinking green tea:

1.Antiviral Agent
2.Blocks the oxidation of LDL cholesterol
3.Boost immune system
4.Detoxifies
5.Fights cancer
6.Full of antioxidants
7.Gives healthy skin
8.Helps in fighting infections
9.Helps in stimulating smooth digestion
10.Helps maintain body weight
11.High in antioxidants and fights free radicals
12.Hydrates the body
13.mproves artery function
14.Increases brain activity
15.Keeps bone strong
16.Lowers cholesterol
17.Lowers severity of rheumatoid arthritis
18.Maintains a healthy circulatory system
19.Prevents Alzheimer’s
20.Prevents bad breath
21.Prevents cavities
22.Prevents dementia
23.Prevents diabetes
24Prevents food poisoning
25.Prevents hair loss
26.Promotes healthy sleep
27.Protects against heart disease
28Reduces blood sugar levels
29.Reduces cholesterol levels
30.Reduces effects of obstructive sleep apnea
31.Reduces plaque and bateria in your mouth
32.Reduces stress and depression
33.Reduces the risk of hypertension
34.Speeds metabolism
35.Strengthens tooth enamel

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