Green tea is prepared by drying the leaves collected from the plant Camelia sinensis, which is rich in polyphenols, antioxidants that fight harmful free radicals in the body and contribute to anti-aging and goodhealth.
It contains:
Catechins (flavonoids): have strong antioxidant properties, anti-aging effects.
Tanines: They have antiseptic and anti-irritant action.
Vitamin C: Provides powerful antioxidant protection. A cup of tea a day is equivalent to three glasses of orange juice.
Caffeine: Provides strong stimulating effect.
Scientific studies indicate that contributes:
In cancer prevention.
In cardiovascular diseases and in controlling cholesterol.
Skin protection.
In slimming because of catechins. Those are involved in the prevention of metabolic syndrome, increase energy expenditure, "burn" stored fat burning by activating them in their metabolism, improve the distribution of body fat and reduce fat located in the abdominal area.
Good memory. According to surveys adults who consume at least 2 cups of green tea a day are 50% less likely to develop cognitive problems.
Use: In a cup of water we add 1 to 1 ½ tea spoon of the herb. We add boiling water and we let it stay for 3-4 minutes. Can be also drunk cold.
