We already know green tea as one of the healthiest beverages. Here is a list of the highlights of 10 benefits from care2 make a difference (read the full article to find out more):
- Green tea contains various bioactive compounds that can improve health
- Compounds in green tea can improve brain function and make you smarter
- Green tea increases fat burning and improves physical performance
- Antioxidants in green tea may lower your risk of various types of cancer
- Green tea may protect your brain in old age, lowering your risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
- Green tea can kill bacteria, which improves dental health and lowers your risk of infection
- Green tea may lower your risk of Type II Diabetes
- Green tea may reduce your risk of cardiovascular disease
- Green tea can help you lose weight and lower your risk of becoming obese
- Green tea may decrease your risk of dying and help you live longer