Cold summer afternoon, the warmth of the sun rays softly grazing the skin, your loved one by your side and a cup of tea – A perfect setting to love, to care and to freshen up. However, have you ever wondered, what is in a tea that sets the mood for all good things? Well for centuries, it has been mans favorite beverage. How many of us are actually aware about the latest sensation in tea- the green tea? Since time immemorial, green tea has been in place. However, are we aware of its benefits?
Green Tea Benefits
Universities and research labs have undertaken research on the effect of green tea on health. They have come out with several interesting results. Green tea is abundant in antioxidants.
What are antioxidants?
Antioxidants are molecules that prevent oxidation of other chemical or organic compounds. In our body, several antioxidants are present. Vitamin C and Vitamin E are vital producers of these antioxidants. Oxidation reaction can be caused due to several factors like ultra violet radiation, environmental pollution, cigarette smoke, high levels of cholesterol in the body, excess blood sugar level etc. Oxidation of chemicals can result...