The Benefits of Green Tea           

“Green tea has been highly regarded for thousands of years as a healing medicinal beverage. And in recent years, scientists have confirmed the validity of its ancient reputation, discovering that green tea can fight disease and even lengthen life by:

·      Preventing normal cells from turning cancerous.

·      Suppressing the formation and growth of tumors.

·      Guarding against free radical damage that can bring about cancer, heart disease, diabetes, radiation damage, and aging.

·      Enhancing immune system function.

·      Controlling cholesterol levels.

·      Lowering the risk of stroke by making blood platelets less ‘sticky.’

·      Controlling blood pressure levels.

·      Keeping blood sugar at moderate levels.

·      Fighting deadly food-borne bacteria.

·      Promoting “friendly” bacteria in the intestines and encouraging bowel regularity.

·      Fighting viruses, including those that cause herpes simplex, polio, and even HIV.

·      Lowering the risk of post-traumatic epileptic seizures in laboratory animals.

·      Assisting in weight loss by blocking the breakdown of starch.

·      Providing a mild stimulating effect without causing sleepless nights or nervousness.

·      Fighting bacteria in the mouth that cause cavities and bad breath.

·      Slowing the aging process.

·      Maintaining the body’s fluid balance.

·      Reducing stress.

·      Acting as a safe and effective natural preservative in food and cosmetics.

No other substance on the face of the earth, including the most potent drug can claim such wide-ranging and powerful health benefits, and all without a single side effect.  Yes, green tea can truly perform “miracles” for just pennies a cup.” (1)

(1) Taylor, Nadine. M.S., R.D. Green Tea, New York; Kensington Publishing Corp. 1998, pp. 87-88.