According to the legend, tea was discovered by a Chinese emperor about 5,000 years ago. One day when he was boiling water a strong gust of wind blew some leaves into the pot. The combination of hot water and leaves created a mixture that he really enjoyed.
No matter how believable this legend is, the fact remains that green tea has become one of the most popular drinks in China. Nowadays, people all over the world consume copious amounts of it every day.
You can’t get a cup of tea big enough or a book long enough to suit me.
C.S. Lewis
INTERESTING FACTS ABOUT GREEN TEA:
– Reduces the risk of having cancer by inhibiting the growth of cancer cells especially on the colon, pancreas, rectum, bladder, esophagus, and stomach without harming healthy cells
– Helpful for those who have rheumatoid arthritis
– Reduces the risk of having hypertension and elevated blood pressure
– Reduces the cholesterol level in the body
– Increases metabolism
– Helps the body to fight viruses and bacteria by improving the defense action of the immune system
– Reduces the process of thrombosis which helps reduce heart attacks and strokes
– Helps destroy free radicals
– Helps in reducing fatigue and stress due to its calming action
– Fights cardiovascular diseases
– Known for its antibacterial antiviral properties
– What sets green tea apart from other tea is the way it was processed, green tea leaves are steamed which prevents the important contents from being oxidized
– New evidence suggests it helps dieters by eliminating fat from the body and helps the body burn more calories compared to caffeine or a placebo
– It can even help prevent tooth decay
– Its antibacterial properties may help prevent food poisoning
– Green tea capsules are now available in health stores for those who don’t want to drink tea
– A cup of green tea contains caffeine level of 20 to 70 milligrams
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