Health Benefits of Green Tea
Rose May Pimentel in Health
Feb 03, 2021 • 2 min Read
Green tea is considered as one of the healthiest drinks in the world. It is loaded with nutrients and antioxidants that have many health benefits. Green tea has been used in Chinese and Japanese medicine practices for centuries.
Green tea leaves can be steeped to make tea or sipped whole (in the form of matcha powder). Both the leaves and the tea itself can also be incorporated into cooking.
Here are some of the amazing possible health benefits of green tea, from Medical News Today:
1. Cancer Prevention
According to the National Cancer Institute, the polyphenols in tea have been shown to decrease tumor growth in laboratory and animal studies and may protect against damage caused by ultraviolet UVB radiation. Some studies have also shown the positive impacts of green tea on the following types of cancer: breast, bladder, ovarian, colorectal (bowel), esophageal (throat), lung, prostate, skin, and stomach cancer. Researchers believe that it is the high level of polyphenols in tea that helps kill cancerous cells and stop them from growing.
2. Lowers Cholesterol
Studies found that consuming green tea, either as a beverage or in capsule form, is linked to reductions of LDL or “bad” cholesterol.
3. Reduces Stroke Risk
Drinking green tea or coffee regularly is associated with a reduced risk of stroke.
4. For Type 2 Diabetes
Some studies have shown a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes for green tea drinkers.
5. Weight Loss
Green tea may promote weight loss in overweight and obese adults.
6. Inflammatory Skin Diseases
A study concluded that green tea could hold a promise as a new treatment for skin disorders such as psoriasis and dandruff.
7. Positive Effects on the Working Memory
Research suggests that green tea can enhance our brain’s cognitive functions, particularly the working memory. Green tea has potentials in the treatment of cognitive impairments associated with neuropsychiatric disorders, such as dementia.
8. May Reduce Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
In a study, researchers tested the effect of a component of green tea, CAGTE (or “colon available” green tea extract), after it had been digested, to see how it affected a key protein in Alzheimer’s disease. The Alzheimer’s Society commented that “this study adds to previous research that suggests green tea might help reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Other studies have found that green tea might help prevent dental cavities, stress, chronic fatigue, treating skin conditions, and improving arthritis by reducing inflammation.
No wonder green tea is a superfood. Go and add green tea to your daily diet and enjoy its benefits!
Stay healthy and safe!
