Hi, I’m Dr. Cindy Ross and today we are talking about the benefits of Green Tea.
About 2 years ago I discovered I was allergic to coffee and I was devastated. I used to drink at least a pot of coffee a day which in turn stressed out my adrenals. So I switched to Green tea and let me tell you, BEST DECISION EVER.
So today let me tell you all about the benefits of drinking Green Tea.
Green tea is touted to be one of the healthiest beverages on the planet.
It’s loaded with antioxidants that have many health benefits, which may include:
- improved brain function
- fat loss
- protecting against cancer
- lowering the risk of heart disease
There may be even more potential health benefits.
Contains healthy bioactive compounds
Green tea is more than just a hydrating beverage.
The green tea plant contains a range of healthy compounds that make it into the final drink
Tea is rich in polyphenols, which are natural compounds that have health benefits, such as reducing inflammation and helping to fight cancer.
Improves brain function
Green tea does more than just keep you alert, it may also help boost brain function.
The key active ingredient is caffeine, which is a known stimulant.
It doesn’t contain as much as coffee, but enough to produce a response without causing the jittery effects associated with taking in too much caffeine.
L-theanine increases the activity of the inhibitory neurotransmitter GABA, which has anti-anxiety effects. It also increases dopamine and the production of alpha waves in the brain.
Studies show that caffeine and L-theanine can have synergistic effects. This means that the combination of the two can have particularly powerful effects in improving brain function.
Increases fat burning
If you look at the ingredients list for any fat burning supplement, chances are, green tea will be on there.
This is because, according to research, green tea can increase fat burning and boost metabolic rate.
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.
Antioxidants lowers the risk of some cancers
Cancer is caused by uncontrolled growth of cells. It’s one of the world’s leading causes of death.
Research has shown that oxidative damage can lead to chronic inflammation, which can lead to chronic diseases, including cancers. Antioxidants can help protect against oxidative damage.
May protect the brain from aging
Not only can green tea improve brain function in the short term, it may also protect your brain as you age.
Alzheimer’s disease is a common neurodegenerative disease and the most common cause of dementia in older adults.
Parkinson’s disease is another common neurodegenerative disease and involves the death of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain.
May help prevent type 2 diabetes
The rates of type 2 diabetes are increasing in recent decades. The condition now affects about 1 in 10 Americans.
Type 2 diabetes involves having elevated blood sugar levels, which may be caused by insulin resistance or an inability to produce insulin.
Next week on my podcast make sure to tune in on Apple Podcasts to Health Buzz with Dr. Cindy Ross for more detailed benefits of drinking Green Tea.
If you have any questions or you are ready to get started call my office at 251-949-2220 or check out my website www.lifewellnessforever.com
