Green tea: Health benefits, side effects, and research

"Green tea, native to China and India, has been consumed and hailed for its health benefits for centuries globally, but has only recently gained popularity in the United States. Tea is the most consumed beverage in the world behind water. However, 78 percent of the tea consumed worldwide is black and only about 20 percent is green. All types of tea, except herbal tea, are brewed from the dried leaves of the Camellia sinensis bush. The level of oxidation of the leaves determines the type of tea. Green tea is made from unoxidized leaves and is one of the less processed types of tea. It therefore contains the most antioxidants and beneficial polyphenols.

Fast facts on green tea

Here are some key points about green tea. More detail and supporting information is in the main article.

green tea has been used in traditional Indian and Chinese medicine
there are many different types of green tea available
green tea may help prevent a range of ailments including cancer
more research is needed to prove many of the health claims surrounding green tea

Green tea health benefits

Listed below are the possible health benefits associated with green tea. Green tea was used in traditional Chinese and Indian medicine to control bleeding and heal wounds, aid digestion, improve heart and mental health, and regulate body temperature. Recent studies have shown green tea can potentially have positive effects on everything from weight loss to liver disorders, type 2 diabetes, and Alzheimer's disease. It is important to note that more evidence is required before these possible health benefit links are proved definitive." ... read more

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