3. 1.Increases fat burning
In one study involving 10 healthy men, taking green tea
extract increased the number of calories burned by 4%. In
another involving 12 healthy men, green tea extract
increased fat oxidation by 17%, compared with those
taking a placebo
Green tea may boost metabolic rate and increase fat
burning in the short term, although not all studies agree.
4. 2.Contains healthy bioactive
compounds.
Green tea is loaded with polyphenol
antioxidants, including a catechin called EGCG.
These antioxidants can have various beneficial
effects on health.
5. 3.Improve brain function.
Green tea contains less caffeine than coffee but
enough to produce an effect. It also contains the
amino acid L-theanine, which can work
synergistically with caffeine to improve brain
function.
6. 4.Antioxidants may lower the
risk of some cancers.
Green tea has powerful antioxidants that may protect
against cancer. Multiple studies show that green tea
drinkers have a lower risk of various types of cancer.
7. 5.May protect the brain from
aging.
The bioactive compounds in green tea can have various
protective effects on the brain. They may reduce the risk
of dementia, a common neurodegenerative disorder in
older adults.
8. 6.May reduce bad breath.
The catechins in green tea may inhibit the growth of
bacteria in the mouth, reducing the risk of bad breath.
9. 7.May help prevent type 2
diabetes.
Some controlled studies show that green tea may cause
mild reductions in blood sugar levels. It may also lower
the risk of type 2 diabetes.
10. 8.May help prevent
cardiovascular disease.
Green tea may lower total and LDL (bad) cholesterol, as
well as protect the LDL particles from oxidation. Studies
show that people who drink green tea have a lower risk of
cardiovascular disease.
11. 9.May help you live longer
Studies show that people who drink green tea may live
longer than those who don’t take green tea.
12. 10.May help loss weight.
Some studies show that green tea may lead to increased
weight loss. It may be particularly effective at reducing
the dangerous abdominal fat.
13. Green tea has a range of possible health
benefits.
To help you feel better, lose weight, and lower
your risk of chronic diseases, you may want to
consider making green tea a regular part of
your life.