BENEFITS OF GREEN TEA

GREEN TEA

5 amazing benefits of green tea

Thanks to numerous investigations have been discovered properties in some natural foods, which help and complement a healthy diet to lose weight. One of the most recommended is green tea, a source of nutrients and antioxidants, which in addition to offering the possibility of eliminating calories, provides other benefits not so well known.

"Green tea is a 'medicinal plant' that has natural chemical compounds, such as polyphenols and catechins, which are substances that are lost in black tea when subjected to a fermentation process, acting as antioxidants and also inhibiting absorption. of fats in the body ",

This infusion of Asian origin was given multiple advantages such as, for example, the improvement of asthenia (lack of

 physical or muscular strength), of cellulite, the decrease in orange peel and, of course, weight reduction, more if it is complemented by another dietary supplement such as spirulina. In addition to these improvements in the body, it also acts as a prevention factor, as it can help to prevent various types of diseases.

The extra benefits of green tea

1- The adequate consumption -3 cups, the minimum according to what is recommended by specialists- reduces the risk of death due to cardiovascular disease, according to research published in the journal Arteriosclerosis, Thrombosis, and Vascular Biology: Journal of the American Heart Association.

2- Among its many biological activities, the predominant polyphenols in green tea (EGCG, EGC, ECG and EC) have antioxidant properties. These chemicals, especially EGCG and ECG, have considerable free radical scavenging activity, and can protect cells from DNA damage caused by oxygen-reactive species, as indicated by the National Cancer Institute. For years, several studies found associations of a lower risk of contracting skin, prostate, breast and lung cancers.

3 - It could improve the cognitive ability of people with Down syndrome: a clinical trial conducted in two Spanish centers and published in the journal The Lancet Neurology showed that a compound of green tea - epigallocatechin gallate - along with cognitive stimulation improve capabilities intellectuals of people with this pathology

4- Improved memory: according to an analysis carried out by the University of Basel, Switzerland, thanks to the images obtained with functional magnetic resonances in various voluntary subjects, the increase in connectivity between brain cells associated with memory could be seen after the consumption of green tea.

5- Contributes to the treatment of diabetes: its consumption in large quantities causes a slower absorption of carbohydrates, according to a study conducted by Polish researchers and published in Scientific Reports. The high intake can interfere in the absorption of starch, present in bread, rice and potatoes, among other foods.

"Irrespective of whether it is consumed in capsules or infusions, it is recommended, given its important and beneficial properties for a healthy life." Green tea has antioxidant properties, helps control weight and metabolism of body fat, is cardioprotective, helps prevent stroke, diabetes II and hypertension "