According to legend, green tea, was "created" in 2732 BC by a Chinese emperor. He was in the habit of resting under a tea tree, drinking heated water for his health. One day, few leaves of this tree fell into his jug of water. The emperor tried this randomly generated drink and was impressed by the tea and its flavor. After examining the properties of this remarkable tea, he spread it on the whole of Asia. In the seventeenth century it came to Europe, initially sold in pharmacies as a remedy for upset stomach and bloating.
Green tea has a long list of medicinal properties. Polyphenols present in it reduce cholesterol, blood sugar, anti-atherosclerotic function, lower blood pressure, thereby reducing the risk of heart attack. Drinking it helps in the treatment of hypertension, is helpful in prevention and treatment of stomach ulcers or hyperacidity. Many research centers around the world have confirmed its anti-cancer properties. The ingredients contained in it, such as flavonols, vitamin C and many others protects against pathogenic micro-organisms, helping to treat infections such as flu, colds, diarrhea. Japanese scientists claim that the secret of long life is in green tea and that its properties help treat about 61 diseases.
It is recommended when experiencing major physical and mental effort, it works because the stimulant improves concentration, soothes nerves, allows a better focus, is able to transiently reduce sleepiness and fatigue overcome. Research confirms that drinking green tea gives better stimulates organism than the widely recognized coffee. Green tea is especially recommended for smokers - neutralizes nicotine and those who consume alcohol, because it alleviates the effects of a hangover.
Besides the impact on our health, tea has a beneficial effect on beauty. It introduces to the diet such vitamins as A, E and required elements such as calcium, potassium, copper, zinc, manganese. It also cleanses the body of toxins, smoothes skin and reduces cellulite. Drinking it has a positive effect on metabolism, hence should be included in the diet of people suffering from overweight.
It contains quite a lot of fluoride, which reduces the formation of plaque and strengthens teeth and prevents cavities, freshens breath, allowing you to smile more. This tea extracts are used in cosmetics such as creams, shampoos, gels, lotions, masks, which strengthen the hair follicles, protects the skin from sunlight and bacteria and. A multitude of benefits of drinking green tea could be a long discussion, but it is worth to mention the few minor contraindications. First of all, you can't drink it with any medications. People suffering from insomnia, neurosis, or those with a sensitive stomach should not exaggerate the amount of tea drunk. Careful with the drink should also be people sensitive to caffeine and tannins found in tea.
How to prepare green tea to extract its beneficial properties?
Green tea is best prepared with the use of soft water, heated to 140-176 degrees Fahrenheit. Tea should be fine to drink it, hence the brewing time should not exceed 3 minutes. According to the green tea enthusiasts leaves can be brewed three times, it is best to follow the tradition of the Chinese masters and pour the first brew.
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