Green tea is made from a plant called Camellia sinensis. The dried leaves and leaf buds of Camellia sinensis are used to produce various types of teas. Green tea is prepared by steaming and pan-frying these leaves and then drying them. Other teas such as black tea and oolong tea involve processes in which the leaves are fermented (black tea) or partially fermented (oolong tea). People commonly drink green tea as a beverage but how does it actually work? The useful parts of green tea are the leaf bud, leaf, and stem. Green tea is not fermented and is produced by steaming fresh leaves at high temperatures. During this process, it is able to maintain important molecules called polyphenols, which seem to be responsible for many of the benefits of green tea. Here are some of the health benefits listed below.
1) Green tea also seems to have positive effects on digestive health. It has been used to help treat nausea, diarrhea, and constipation. Hot or iced black tea may have a mild enough laxative effect that it can help prevent constipation, but you can consume it daily without long-term health risks
2) The presence of antioxidants and compounds in green tea makes it a perfect blend for a healthy body and a sound mind. In fact, drinking it at night can just be so miraculous for a good night's sleep. The presence of a compound called Theanine in green tea acts as a main sleep inducing component.
3) If you look at the ingredients list for any fat burning supplements, chances are, green tea will be on there.This is because, according to research, green tea can increase fat burning and boost metabolic rate. In one study involving 10 healthy men, taking green tea extract increased the number of calories burned by 4%. In another involving 12 healthy men, green tea extract increased fat oxidation by 17%, compared with those taking a placebo
4) Antioxidants may lower the risk of some cancers: Cancer is caused by uncontrolled growth of cells. It’s one of the world’s leading causes of death. Research has shown that oxidative damage can lead to chronic inflammation, which can lead to chronic diseases, including cancers. Antioxidants can help protect against oxidative damage.
5) Green tea for type 2 Diabetes: Studies concerning the relationship between green tea and diabetes have been inconsistent. Some have shown a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes for green tea drinkers than for those who consumed no tea, while other studies have found no association between tea consumption and diabetes at all
Note: Drinking green tea is LIKELY SAFE for most healthy adults when consumed in moderate amounts (about 8 cups per day). but Drinking green tea is POSSIBLY UNSAFE when consumed for a long time or in high doses (more than 8 cups per day). Drinking large amounts of green tea might cause side effects due to the caffeine content. These side effects can range from mild to serious and include headache, nervousness, sleep problems, vomiting, diarrhea, irritability, irregular heartbeat, tremor, heartburn, dizziness so you might want to take it slow with it.
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