We have seen that Herbal & Green teas have made miracles since centuries.In this materialistic world we have been inclined to drinking high caffeine beverages like coffee and energy booster drinks.

Green tea comes from the same family 'Camelia Sinensis'.As black and Oolong tea green is processed in a different way which makes it stand out of the rest of other teas.Its unique process involves steaming of its leaves which prevents oxidation of EGCG (Epigallocatechin gallate) within the leaves that remain unchanged thereby retaining its green colour and medicinal properties.A list of specific health benefits currently associated with green tea consumption are:

• High vitamin content- vitamin K.

• Helps to strength bones.
• Improves Memory and slow the development of Alzhiemer's disease.
• Prevents tooth decay.
• Prevent food poisioning.

Researchers in China and Japan have proven that drinking Green tea 5-6 times a day considerably reduced fatigue,cure indigestion,and everything from headaches to urinary tract disinfection due to depression.It is belived that an ingredient in Green tea called "Ginseng" helps in reducing the risk of heart diseases,stroke and certain types of cancer.

Green teas and Herbal teas are best enjoyed without milk.Try using sugar substitutes like honey,maple syrup,apple juice or stevia.Drinking habits throughout the world are changing on a faster pace.New world countries are now realising the medicial properties of Herbal & Green teas.

Enjoy Drinking Green and Herbal teas for Good health.

By- Sherin Thomas

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