Decaffeinated Green Tea Benefits
We've all heard that drinking green tea is good for us, but it's hard to discern what's true from what's just hype. It seems that some information must be exaggerated just to sell a product. And while it's true that not all the claims out there are backed up by solid medical research, it's also true that green tea has many health benefits. Drinking it regularly, especially in its decaffeinated form, is an extremely positive step in maintaining good health. Does this Spark an idea?
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Weight loss
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Many studies have shown that green tea contains calorie-burning properties. Some studies show that among women placed on the same diet, those who drank green tea lost twice as much weight as those who didn't.
Antioxidants
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These health-promoting agents are more concentrated in green tea than in any fruit or vegetable. Antioxidants fight cancer and keep you from feeling tired and sick.
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Lower Cholesterol
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Drinking green tea regularly can help you avoid heart disease by lowering cholesterol and increasing muscle strength.
Digestion
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Green tea keeps your metabolism high, provides fiber for bowel regularity and helps your body digest what it takes in.
Fights Aging
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Green tea fights many of the things in your body that make you look worn out and run down. With a higher metabolism, you have more energy and hoard less fat, contributing to your overall fitness.
No Caffeine
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Decaffeinated green tea won't contribute to sleeping disorders such as insomnia, and is safe to drink for people with existing heart problems.
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Comments
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mybren99
Jul 23, 2009
Decaffeinated Green Tea does not have the same benefits as regular green tea. The benefits are greatly depleted during the decaffeination process, varying with which type is used. The process that uses ethylene acetate actually leaves a harmful residue behind. Best to do some research on reputable sites. -
cadosh
Apr 10, 2009
Thank you for writing this article on Decaffeinated Green Tea Benefits. 5* -
cadosh
Apr 10, 2009
Thank you for writing this article on Decaffeinated Green Tea Benefits. 5*