Green Tea

Green tea originating from Japan is the secret of long life span of Japanese people. Regular

consumption of green tea along with the meal imparts health benefits. Various studies and

researches show the effect of consumption of green tea on human health. Benefits of

consumption of green tea are not only limited to weight loss but also have positive effect on other

sides.

Regular consumption of green tea helps in reducing risk for bladder, colon, Esophageal, rectum

and stomach cancer by 60%. Epigallocatechin present in green tea have potent antioxidant

activity. It is 100 times more effective than vitamin C and 25 times effective than vitamin E.

Epigallocatechin kills cancerous cells without harming healthy cells in the body. Regular

consumption of green tea has anticanrcinogenic activity.

Catechins present in green tea inhibit activity of pancreatic lipase, resulting in decreased

triglycerides levels. Increased triglycerides levels post meal is the risk for heart diseases. Regular

consumption of green tea along with the meal helps in controlling release of triglycerides in blood.

It also has positive effect on cholesterol levels reducing HDL and LDL ratio. Blood cloths or

thrombosis is the main cause of congestive heart diseases. Green tea inhibits blood clotting

agent activity in body. Thus results in decreased risk for heart disease.

Angiotensin is the agent causing hypertension. Green tea counter act with angiotensin controlling

blood pressure. Study published in ‘archives of internal medicine’ suggests consumption of ½ to 2

½ cup green tea per day delays hypertension onset by 46%. Post heart attack consuming green

tea helps in fast recovery.

Red, black and green tea (Photo credit: mat.teo)

Polyphenols and polysaccharides present in green tea helps in improving blood sugar levels. It is

recommended to consume 2-3 cups of tea throughout the day to control blood sugar levels.

Potent antioxidant activity protects body against environmental toxins such as cigarette smoke,

fumes etc. Inhibiting bacterial activity is another benefit. Good oral health can be achieved with

regular consumption of green tea. Researchers suggest consuming green tea after having

desserts may have beneficiary effect on oral health. Polyphenols boost immune function

protecting body against hazardous infection coming from different sources. This healthy beverage

ha some contraindications to take care for. One must consider some these conditions to avoid

health hazards by the use f green tea. Caffeine present is the culprit for health hazards.

Experts suggest one must stick to 3-4 cups of green tea per day. Consuming more than 5-6 cup

everyday may lead to headache, dizziness, irregular heartbeat, sleeplessness, loss of appetite

etc. People with kidney disease, weak heart must avoid use of green tea. Pregnant and lactating

mother must avoid consumption of green tea. Moderation is the key. Regular consumption of

green tea may help in managing good health. Healthy diet and physical activity is pillar of healthy

life. One needs to adopt healthy habits to maintain good health.