Green Tea is full of antioxidants plus nutrients. Weight loss, improved brain function, lowering the risk of cancer are just few of the many benefits offered by this healthy tea.
Green tea has L-theanine in good quantity and this is why it offers anti-stress plus anti-anxiety effects.
Green tea is also great for detoxifying. If you are looking for a simple way of flushing out harmful toxins and boosting your energy levels then green tea is your best option.
Include this miracle drink in your daily routine.
Q. What is Green Tea?
A. Tea that is brewed from the dried leaves of Camellia Sinensis Bush is Green Tea.
Q. How is Green Tea made?
A. Green tea is made from the un-oxidised leaves and is mostly unprocessed. The tea leaves are harvested/picked by hand and then quickly heated and dried to prevent Oxidisation (Oxidisation gives black colour to tea). Hence, Green Tea is rich in anti-oxidants and polyphenols, which are highly beneficial for health.
Q. How to prepare a good cup of Green tea?
A. Always remember the ratio of 1:1, which means 1 tsp of tea leaves to 1 cup of boiling water. After the water is boiled, turn off the hob and add tea leaves to it. Cover for 1-2 minutes. Do not boil the leaves as it will destroy the catechins that are great for our body.
Q. Which one is better – Whole Green Tea Leaves or Tea Bags?
A. Tea bags contain tea dust, which is nothing but the dust and fannings from the broken Green Tea Leaves. It compromises on the flavour of the tea and loses its anti-oxidants. When tea leaves are broken, they lose their aroma and oil. Whereas, Whole Green Tea Leaves retain the aroma and oil and the anti-oxidants remain intact.
When tea leaves are brewed, they uncurl and release their aroma, anti-oxidants and minerals. To get the most benefit from your cup of tea, always use Whole Green Tea Leaves.
Q. What are the benefits of Green Tea?
– Green tea builds immunity which means lesser chances of one falling sick.
– Green tea helps burning more calories by boosting metabolism.
– Green tea is alkaline in nature and full of anti-oxidants which helps detox and in preventing cancer cells.
– Green tea also has many skin benefits. When mixed with salt and oil, it works as a good exfoliator.
-Consumption of green tea boosts overall heart health
Q. How many cups of green tea can be consumed during the day?
A. Usually it is recommended to drink 2-3 cups of green tea a day. However, check with your nutritionist/ dietician/ GP about your body’s requirement. Can Green Tea be taken between meals? Green Tea can be taken in between meals to combat hunger and hydrate the body.