Benefits Of Green Tea

You have probably heard some of the stories about Green Tea and Weight Loss, but there are so many other benefits that most people ignore, or that they are just completely unaware of.
Green tea contains the highest concentration of powerful antioxidants called polyphenols.  Antioxidants are substances that get rid of free radicals which are damaging compounds in the body that alter cells, mess with our DNA (genetic material), and even cause cell death.  Free radicals occur naturally in the body, but environmental toxins (including ultraviolet rays from the sun, radiation, cigarette smoke, and air pollution) also give rise to these damaging particles.
Many scientists believe that free radicals contribute to the aging process as well as the development of a number of health problems, including cancer and heart disease.  Antioxidants such as polyphenols in green tea can neutralize free radicals and may reduce or even help prevent some of the damage they cause keeping us strong, healthy and ward off aging.

Atherosclerosis

This is a condition where the artery walls thicken from the accumulation of fats such as cholesterol.  Clinical studies indicate that the antioxidant properties of green tea may help prevent Atherosclerosis, particularly Coronary Artery Disease.  Researchers estimate that the chance of heart attack decreases by 11% by drinking 3 cups of tea per day.

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