Who knew that drinking certain herbs could have health benefits? The answer is the Chinese. A good example of this is green tea, research shows that it contains epigallocatecchin gallate or EGCG that is an antioxidant.
Anti-oxidants found in green tea inhibit the growth of certain cancer cells so the body may help combat esophageal and lung cancer. It may fight against stress and aging which we all have to deal with as we grow older.
Aside from being an anti-oxidant, green tea destroys malignant cancer cells leaving healthy tissue untouched. This decreases the inflammation of blood which helps prevent arthritis.
When ingested on a regular basis, green tea can lower your LDL cholesterol reducing your chances of suffering from a stroke or heart attack. At the same time, it can increase the production of HDL better known as good cholesterol.
There are links between heart diseases and high blood pressure, drinking green tea inhibits the production of substances that cause the arteries to constrict. Even better, it can help those suffering from diabetes. This happens as polyphenols found in green tree extracts reduces the amount of amylase produced which lowers your blood sugar levels.
For those who are trying to lose weight, green tea can increase your metabolism and increase fat oxidation. If you are stressed, drinking green tea will help you recharge your batteries so you can continue working.
Green tea has been tested to prevent platelets from clotting and reduce levels of thromboxane that causes blood clots.
In many parts of Asia, companies that are involved in the business of selling and distributing deodorants and creams have used green tea extracts in making some of their products. This gives consumers protection against dental plaque and tooth decay because of the fluoride content.
While some research suggests that green tea can help those who are suffering from HIV, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease, more research needs to be done, there is no cure yet for these three illnesses.
There are many health benefits associated with drinking green tea from making you look and feel younger to keeping your blood sugar levels in check. Just remember that there are limits to what herbs can do and modern medicine is there to help you if you are dealing with something serious.
