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Green tea

Green tea is known for its numerous health benefits. Native to Asia, it is grown primarily in China, India, and Japan . The plant, which can reach two meters in the wild, is kept low in cultivation, with pale green ovate-pointed leaves. The white flowers have golden-yellow stamens.

Green tea is stabilized using dry heat (roasting) or moist heat (steaming), inhibiting oxidation and preserving the leaves' green color. Unlike black tea, which undergoes more intense oxidation, green tea retains a more delicate and fresh flavor.

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Insights into Green Tea

Green tea has been known since ancient times for its beneficial properties; in fact, it is considered a true natural medicine .

Initially, these were mostly popular theories, but over time, science has confirmed the healing properties of green tea, making it a highly sought-after beverage. Green tea is perfect in every season . Thanks to tea and herbal teas, winter becomes a little less cold; in summer, a nice infusion is truly regenerating and refreshing .

Scientific studies have shown that green tea offers wide-ranging benefits for the body:

  • Powerful antioxidant: Rich in polyphenols, green tea combats free radicals, slows cellular ageing, and helps prevent cancer.
  • Lowers cholesterol: Catechins reduce LDL cholesterol and triglycerides, supporting heart health.
  • Neuroprotective: Flavonoids and other compounds protect brain cells and may help prevent Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
  • Supports weight loss: Methylxanthines boost metabolism, reduce sugar absorption, and promote fat burning.
  • Reduces blood pressure: Catechins help lower hypertension and reduce stroke risk.
  • Detoxifying: Promotes fluid elimination, helping with water retention, cellulite, and infections like cystitis.
  • Antibacterial: Fights oral bacteria, helping prevent cavities.

Green tea has countless beneficial properties for our body, but like all things, excessive consumption of infusions and herbal teas can lead to anxiety, nervousness, and nausea. Green tea contains caffeine. Although in smaller doses than coffee, high consumption is not recommended.

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