Top Ten Reasons Why Green Tea is the Miracle Drink

Green Tea is rich in catechin polyphenols, in particular EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate) which is a powerful anti-oxidant. Green Tea is processed different than other teas like black and oolong. It is actually steamed and the processing does not destroy the EGCG, which researchers are believing is the reason behind the amazing health benefits of green tea.

Here are ten wonderful health benefits that studies attribute to drinking green tea every day.

1. It inhibits the growth of cancer cells and also kills them without harming healthy tissue.
2. Lowers LDL Cholesterol.
3. Inhibits the abnormal formation of blood clots.
4. Can prevent tooth decay
5. It helps irritable bowel brought on by Crohn's Disease
6. Helps control blood sugar
7. Helps with weight loss by boosting the metabolism and burning fat
8. Reduces inflammation and helps with diseases like arthritis
9.  Reduces Blood Pressure
10. Green Tea drinkers have lower risk of a wide range of diseases, from bacterial and viral infections to degenerative diseases including cancer, cardiovascular, stroke, and osteoporosis.

To receive these health benefits, about 5-9 cups of green tea a day is recommended. If you are like me and you really don't enjoy the taste of green tea, try an all natural sweetener like stevia or honey. Also a little freshly squeezed orange juice will help the taste of the green tea and help the body absorb the antioxidants better. I enjoy iced green tea with stevia and hot green tea with honey. Avoid sugar or artificial sweeteners that will counter the health benefits of the green tea.