Green Tea Benefits for Health

In a previous article have discussed about the benefits of green tea, because of the many natural benefits of green tea for health and beauty then here we will discuss more widely about green tea.

In addition to refreshing drinks, green tea also has many other benefits. Various ingredients in green tea is very beneficial to maintaining health and beauty.

Green tea is made from tea leaves are not fermented. Because of its natural content is still very awake. One cup of green tea contains at least 50-150 mg of polyphenols, antioxidant-rich benefits. Even the content of antioxidants in green tea is greater than a serving of spinach, broccoli, or strawberries. In addition, green tea contains a lot of minerals and vitamins that are beneficial to the body.

According to researchers from the University of Maryland Medical Center, USA, Content of antioxidants in green tea can counteract the effects of free radicals that damage the body. With its high content of antioxidants, green tea can help slow the aging process, reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease. In addition to good health, green tea also has many benefits for beauty.

Natural protection from the sun
Green tea is good as a drink or applied to the skin, green tea has a protective effect against the sun. If you want to use directly on the skin, pour two tablespoons of green tea leaves. Allow to cool and then strain with a soft cloth material. Use a damp cloth to compress the part to be exposed to sunlight. Allow to dry. Do this at least 30 minutes before exposure to sunlight. According to the study which was published in the "Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology", the green tea can protect the skin from premature aging caused by the sun's ultraviolet B (UVB).

Overcoming panda eyes
Lack of sleep often cause eye bags or puffy eyes. It can also be overcome with tannin content contained in green tea. Use the former green tea bag that has been brewed. Compress over closed eyes for 20 minutes. The content of tannins can help reduce swelling and restore the freshness of the skin around the eyes.

Nourish the hair
The study, conducted by scientists at the Korea National University College of Medicine found epigallocatechin-3-gallat contained in green tea can help improve fertility hair. Green tea is also known for increasing metabolism may contribute to stimulate hair growth. Some hair products such as serum or shampoo too often uses panthenol contained in green tea. Panthenol helps strengthen hair and reduce the risk of split ends.

Acne and oily face
The content of antioxidants, minerals and vitamins present in green tea, can create the perfect natural toner to reduce excess oil on the face. Pour the green tea ice mold and then enter the freezer. Once formed into ice, use a block on your face every day to rub it evenly. Then, set aside to dry. Face masks of green tea are believed to reduce acne. Compressed tea bag directly on the pimple or make a mask of green tea leaves mixed with egg white are believed to reduce the onset of acne. Of course, this treatment should be done regularly.

The best way to enjoy green tea
External treatment with green tea will be maximal if it is supported by the consumption of green tea on a regular basis. To gain the maximum benefit from drinking green tea, consider the following points:
1. Use warm water, not boiling water to brew green tea. Water that is too hot can damage the antioxidants in green tea eliminating benefits.
2. Brewed green tea for a maximum of 2 minutes. Brewing too long will spoil the original flavor. If you want to get a strong sense should add the tea leaves or tea bags when brewing, rather than allowing a longer brewing.
3. Do not stir while being brewed green tea. This action can make green tea taste bitter.
4. Avoid mixing green tea with milk. The content of milk can be difficult absorption of polyphenol-rich benefits.


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