How effective is the Green Tea diet on Weight Loss?
Camellia sinensis,the green tea that traces its root of origin into the traditional recipes of China is gradually becoming a part of Asian Culture. It has more recently started making its influence in the western world also, which is traditionally known for the consumption of black tea. Many fitness experts, some medical practitioners, as well as research studies support the use of green tea for healthy living.
What makes Green Tea special?
Different varieties of tea differ on the basis of the climatic conditions of the place where they are grown, their processing style and their harvesting period. The benefits of green tea are largely attributed to its chemical composition including antioxidants such as polyphenols, catechins and Vitamin C. The antioxidants help to decelerate the degenerative diseases and strengthen the immune system of the body. Benefits of green tea have been indicated in areas of cancer prevention, skin care, preventing tooth cavity, protection from cardiovascular diseases as well as facilitating weight lose.
Applications of Green Tea
- Used as a refreshing beverage
- Used for medicinal purposes including:
- Skin treatment
- Keeping heart healthy
- Preventing cancer
- Fighting tooth cavity
- Complementing weight lose programme
- Used to slow down aging
- Used in delicious recipes such as cakes and pies
Why “Green Tea”?
If all the health benefits of the green tea do not suffice to compel you to try it out, then pour a cup of refreshing green tea early in the morning and let its mild aroma and taste mesmerize you. One cup of soothing beverage will provide you best reason to get enticed into its charm and switch to the healthy alternative of living green.
Flavors of Green Tea
Since the green tea was originated in China and it has been largely adopted by Japan, these are the two countries exporting large amount of green tea. Tea produced in both China and Japan is available in various flavors. The Chinese versions are created by infusing plane tea with different flowers including rose, jasmine, plum and others. Japanese versions are produced by adding roasted rice to the plane green tea to make various nutty flavors. Apart from these various recipes are available in different regions to make green tea customized according to the taste and spice up to make it more inviting.
