PHILADELPHIA – According to results of a study published in Cancer Prevention Research, a journal of the American Association for Cancer Research, men with prostate cancer who consumed the active compounds in green tea demonstrated a significant reduction in serum markers predictive of prostate cancer progression.
"The investigational agent used in the trial, Polyphenon E (provided by Polyphenon Pharma) may have the potential to lower the incidence and slow the progression of prostate cancer," said James A. Cardelli, Ph.D., professor and director of basic and translational research in the Feist-Weiller Cancer Center, LSU Health Sciences Center-Shreveport.
Green tea is the second most popular drink in the world, and some epidemiological studies have shown health benefits with green tea, including a reduced incidence of prostate cancer, according to Cardelli. However, some human trials have found contradictory results. The few trials conducted to date have evaluated the clinical efficacy of green tea consumption and few studies have evaluated the change in biomarkers, which might predict disease progression.
Cardelli and colleagues conducted this open-label, single-arm, phase II clinical trial to determine the effects of short-term supplementation with green tea's active compounds on serum biomarkers in patients with prostate cancer. The biomarkers include hepatocyte growth factor (HGF), vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and prostate specific antigen (PSA). HGF and VEGF are good prognostic indicators of metastatic disease.
The study included 26 men, aged 41 to 72 years, diagnosed with prostate cancer and scheduled for radical prostatectomy. Patients consumed four capsules containing Polyphenon E until the day before surgery — four capsules are equivalent to about 12 cups of normally brewed concentrated green tea, according to Cardelli. The time of study for 25 of the 26 patients ranged from 12 days to 73 days, with a median time of 34.5 days.
Findings showed a significant reduction in serum levels of HGF, VEGF and PSA after treatment, with some patients demonstrating reductions in levels of greater than 30 percent, according to the researchers.
Cardelli and colleagues found that other biomarkers were also positively affected. There were only a few reported side effects associated with this study, and liver function remained normal.
Results of a recent year-long clinical trial conduced by researchers in Italy demonstrated that consumption of green tea polyphenols reduced the risk of developing prostate cancer in men with high-grade prostate intraepithelial neoplasia (HGPIN).
"These studies are just the beginning and a lot of work remains to be done, however, we think that the use of tea polyphenols alone or in combination with other compounds currently used for cancer therapy should be explored as an approach to prevent cancer progression and recurrence," Cardelli said.
William G. Nelson, V., M.D., Ph.D., professor of oncology, urology and pharmacology at the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center, believes the reduced serum biomarkers of prostate cancer may be attributable to some sort of benefit relating to green tea components.
"Unfortunately, this trial was not a randomized trial, which would have been needed to be more sure that the observed changes were truly attributable to the green tea components and not to some other lifestyle change (better diet, taking vitamins, etc.) men undertook in preparation for surgery," added Nelson, who is also a senior editor for Cancer Prevention Research. However, "this trial is provocative enough to consider a more substantial randomized trial."
In collaboration with Columbia University in New York City, the researchers are currently conducting a comparable trial among patients with breast cancer. They also plan to conduct further studies to identify the factors that could explain why some patients responded more dramatically to Polyphenon E than others. Cardelli suggested that additional controlled clinical trials should be done to see if combinations of different plant polyphenols were more effective than Polyphenon E alone.
"There is reasonably good evidence that many cancers are preventable, and our studies using plant-derived substances support the idea that plant compounds found in a healthy diet can play a role in preventing cancer development and progression," said Cardelli.
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American Association for Cancer Research
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Component of Green Tea halts spread of HIV
Researchers at Hamburg University have discovered that highly concentrated amounts of a chemical found in green tea can strip the HIV virus-carrying proteins in semen. When combined in a vaginal cream, this could prove an effective way to halt the sexual transmission of AIDS and better protect women who might otherwise risk unprotected sex.
On May 18, the acclaimed science research journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) published on-line the article of Ilona Hauber, Heinrich Hohenberg, Barbara Holstermann, Werner Hunstein, and Joachim Hauber with the results of their laboratory experiments. The team, from the Heinrich Plette Institute for Experimental Virology and Immunology at the University of Hamburg, believes that their findings can help many women, particularly in Africa, better protect themselves from contracting the HIV virus and AIDS.
To date the experiments reveal that a concentrated substance from green tea, targets the protein in semen that carries the virus and, thus far, does not seem to damage the semen cells. Further research is needed to confirm this. Currently, using a condom was the best protection but would prevent a woman from conceiving a child. This new method, if proven safe, would allow women this chance at pregnancy while protecting her from infection. Virologist Ilona Hauber emphasized the importance of this, “especially in Africa, the women want to have children.”
Such creams have been developed to attack the virus, but up to now have failed. With this new development, women may actively protect themselves against the HIV virus, whether or not their partner uses a condom or not.
The researcher warned, “it is no use drinking an enormous amount of green tea and then believing you are protected from contracting HIV! The active ingredient EGCG must come in contact with semen and in high concentrations, and that is presumably best achieved when used as an active ingredient in vaginal creams.”
Hauber and her team hope that perhaps better creams can be developed which could be made available on the African market as a cost-effective prophylaxis.
Article source : http://www.germanyandafrica.diplo.de/
On May 18, the acclaimed science research journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences (PNAS) published on-line the article of Ilona Hauber, Heinrich Hohenberg, Barbara Holstermann, Werner Hunstein, and Joachim Hauber with the results of their laboratory experiments. The team, from the Heinrich Plette Institute for Experimental Virology and Immunology at the University of Hamburg, believes that their findings can help many women, particularly in Africa, better protect themselves from contracting the HIV virus and AIDS.
To date the experiments reveal that a concentrated substance from green tea, targets the protein in semen that carries the virus and, thus far, does not seem to damage the semen cells. Further research is needed to confirm this. Currently, using a condom was the best protection but would prevent a woman from conceiving a child. This new method, if proven safe, would allow women this chance at pregnancy while protecting her from infection. Virologist Ilona Hauber emphasized the importance of this, “especially in Africa, the women want to have children.”
Such creams have been developed to attack the virus, but up to now have failed. With this new development, women may actively protect themselves against the HIV virus, whether or not their partner uses a condom or not.
The researcher warned, “it is no use drinking an enormous amount of green tea and then believing you are protected from contracting HIV! The active ingredient EGCG must come in contact with semen and in high concentrations, and that is presumably best achieved when used as an active ingredient in vaginal creams.”
Hauber and her team hope that perhaps better creams can be developed which could be made available on the African market as a cost-effective prophylaxis.
Article source : http://www.germanyandafrica.diplo.de/
What is Catechin?
Catechin - Catechin is a tannin peculiar to green tea because the black tea fermentation process reduces catechins in black tea. Catechin is a powerful, water soluable polyphenol and antioxidant that is easily oxidized.
Several thousand types are available in the plant world. As many as two thousand are known to have a flavon structure and are called flavonoids. Catechin is one of them.
Research aimed at finding the active compounds in green tea revealed that its protective effects are due chiefly to catechins. Tea contains four main catechin substances: EC, ECg, EGC and EGCg, all of which are inclusively called catechin. Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is the most powerful of these catechins. EGCG as an antioxidant is about 25-100 times more potent than vitamins C and E. One cup of green tea provides 10-40 mg of polyphenols and has antioxidant effects greater than a serving of broccoli, spinach, carrots, or strawberries. The high antioxidant activity of green tea makes it beneficial for protecting the body from oxidative damage due to free radicals. Research shows that green tea may help the arterial wall by reducing lipids. Green tea can protect against experimentally induced DNA damage, and slow or halt the initiation and progression of undesirable cell colonies. Studies show evidence that green tea provides immunoprotective qualities, particularly in the case of patients undergoing radiation or chemotherapy. White blood cell count appear to be maintained more effectively in patients consuming green tea compared to non-supplemented patients.
Green tea is manufactured from fresh, unfermented tea leaves; the oxidation of catechins is minimal, and hence they are able to serve as antioxidants. Researchers believe that catechin is effective because it easily sticks to proteins, blocking bacteria from adhering to cell walls and disrupting their ability to destroy them. Viruses have ‘hooks’ on their surfaces and can attach to cell walls. The catechin in green tea prevents viruses from adhering and causing harm. Catechin reacts with toxins created by harmful bacteria (many of which belong to the protein family) and harmful metals such as lead, mercury, chrome, and cadmium.
Tannin in green tea is mostly catechin and is a key component in its taste providing the astringency. The amount of catechin tends to increase as the season progresses. Spring tea (first crop) contains 12-13% catechin (13-17% as tannin) while summer tea (third crop) contains 13-14% (17-21% as tannin). If leaf order is compared, younger leaves include more catechin than mature ones. First leaves contain 14%, second 13%, third 12%, and fourth 12%. This explains why second and third crop summer teas are more astringent while Bancha is less so. Gyokuro green tea, whose leaves are covered during growth, contains less catechin and astringency (10% as tannin) because it gets less sunshine then Sencha.
Health Benefit:
- Eliminates free radicals preventing cancer development by blocking the growth of substance that causes cancer. This also arrests aging.
- Connects with cholesterol, absorbs and blocks it.
- Decreases cholesterol level in blood and prevents bad cholesterol caused by oxidation, which prevents narrowing of blood vessel caused by the build-up of bad cholesterol.
- Prevents arterial sclerosis, thrombosis, heart attacks and brain strokes.
- Effective for high blood pressure.
- Blocks a function of enzyme that digests and absorbs sugar and prevents diabetes.
- Suppresses aggregation of platelets and prevents thrombosis such as heart attacks and brain strokes.
- Fights bacteria and viruses and prevents influenza, food poisoning and cavities including including: O-157, Dysentery, Cholera, Mouth bacteria that can damage teeth, gums, and lead to periodontal disease, Piccoli, which causes gastric ulcers.
- Improves conditions of intestines by blocking growth of bad bacteria and enhancing good bacteria like bifid bacteria. This regulates the function of intestines.
- Connects with substances (breath, fish, meat, human waste, etc.) and prevents odor.
- Detoxifies by connecting with poisonous substance and harmful heavy metals (lead, chrome, mercury, cadmium, etc.) and dissolves it.
- Changes harmful ultraviolet rays into non-harmful light in a plant to protect it.
- Gargling with greentea is believed to be an effective way to protect oneself from influenza because of tea’s anti-viral functions.
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Several thousand types are available in the plant world. As many as two thousand are known to have a flavon structure and are called flavonoids. Catechin is one of them.
Research aimed at finding the active compounds in green tea revealed that its protective effects are due chiefly to catechins. Tea contains four main catechin substances: EC, ECg, EGC and EGCg, all of which are inclusively called catechin. Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is the most powerful of these catechins. EGCG as an antioxidant is about 25-100 times more potent than vitamins C and E. One cup of green tea provides 10-40 mg of polyphenols and has antioxidant effects greater than a serving of broccoli, spinach, carrots, or strawberries. The high antioxidant activity of green tea makes it beneficial for protecting the body from oxidative damage due to free radicals. Research shows that green tea may help the arterial wall by reducing lipids. Green tea can protect against experimentally induced DNA damage, and slow or halt the initiation and progression of undesirable cell colonies. Studies show evidence that green tea provides immunoprotective qualities, particularly in the case of patients undergoing radiation or chemotherapy. White blood cell count appear to be maintained more effectively in patients consuming green tea compared to non-supplemented patients.
Green tea is manufactured from fresh, unfermented tea leaves; the oxidation of catechins is minimal, and hence they are able to serve as antioxidants. Researchers believe that catechin is effective because it easily sticks to proteins, blocking bacteria from adhering to cell walls and disrupting their ability to destroy them. Viruses have ‘hooks’ on their surfaces and can attach to cell walls. The catechin in green tea prevents viruses from adhering and causing harm. Catechin reacts with toxins created by harmful bacteria (many of which belong to the protein family) and harmful metals such as lead, mercury, chrome, and cadmium.
Tannin in green tea is mostly catechin and is a key component in its taste providing the astringency. The amount of catechin tends to increase as the season progresses. Spring tea (first crop) contains 12-13% catechin (13-17% as tannin) while summer tea (third crop) contains 13-14% (17-21% as tannin). If leaf order is compared, younger leaves include more catechin than mature ones. First leaves contain 14%, second 13%, third 12%, and fourth 12%. This explains why second and third crop summer teas are more astringent while Bancha is less so. Gyokuro green tea, whose leaves are covered during growth, contains less catechin and astringency (10% as tannin) because it gets less sunshine then Sencha.
Health Benefit:
- Eliminates free radicals preventing cancer development by blocking the growth of substance that causes cancer. This also arrests aging.
- Connects with cholesterol, absorbs and blocks it.
- Decreases cholesterol level in blood and prevents bad cholesterol caused by oxidation, which prevents narrowing of blood vessel caused by the build-up of bad cholesterol.
- Prevents arterial sclerosis, thrombosis, heart attacks and brain strokes.
- Effective for high blood pressure.
- Blocks a function of enzyme that digests and absorbs sugar and prevents diabetes.
- Suppresses aggregation of platelets and prevents thrombosis such as heart attacks and brain strokes.
- Fights bacteria and viruses and prevents influenza, food poisoning and cavities including including: O-157, Dysentery, Cholera, Mouth bacteria that can damage teeth, gums, and lead to periodontal disease, Piccoli, which causes gastric ulcers.
- Improves conditions of intestines by blocking growth of bad bacteria and enhancing good bacteria like bifid bacteria. This regulates the function of intestines.
- Connects with substances (breath, fish, meat, human waste, etc.) and prevents odor.
- Detoxifies by connecting with poisonous substance and harmful heavy metals (lead, chrome, mercury, cadmium, etc.) and dissolves it.
- Changes harmful ultraviolet rays into non-harmful light in a plant to protect it.
- Gargling with greentea is believed to be an effective way to protect oneself from influenza because of tea’s anti-viral functions.
Article Source : http://greentealovers.com/
Green Tea and skin problems
is our largest organ, and yet it is one that so many of us forget to take care of as well as we should. We douse it with fragrances, lotions, and other beauty products that contain an amazing amount of chemicals, many of which have been proven to cause cancer (like parabans for example). The best way to nourish our skin is the same way we nourish the rest of our body–from the inside out, with fresh fruits and vegetables and plenty of good fats. There are also several ways to feed your skin from the outside too that are easy, cheap, and all natural:
Body Brushing: A wonderful way to detox your body, great for your lymph system, nervous and circulatory systems, dry body brushing is best done once a day to three times a week, preferably before taking a bath or shower. Using a loofah or natural bristle brush, and start at your feet. Brush toward the heart in circular movements for five minutes. After a few sessions you will notice a more natural glow to your skin, increased vitality, and a sense of invigoration, especially if done in the morning.
Masks: Our skin loves good food. Some wonderful masks that help nourish the face:
For dry/ sensitive skin: 1/2 an avocado mashed and mixed with ground oatmeal. The fat from the avocado nourishes the skin while the oatmeal soothes it.
For oily skin: a mixture of french green clay and pulverized strawberries or cranberries act to draw out impurities while giving your skin the astringent benefits it so needs.
For normal skin: A pina colada for the face! crushed pineapple and banana work wonders–the acid in the pineapple exfoliates the skin while the banana soothes and tightens.
Sea Salt Scrubs: These are yet another great exfolient for all skin types. Adding a bit of almond oil to the salt keeps it smooth and glowing. The salt helps relax muscles and detoxes the skin. Adding herbs to the scrub is great too–lavender to soothe, lemon or mint to invigorate, a pinch of cayenne on a cold day to warm you up, rosemary or calendula flowers to heal rashes or other skin problems.
Bug Spray: As the summer months approach, our thoughts turn to mosquitoes and how to prevent their nasty little bites. Most bug repellents are literally awful for you. Natural prevention is the best recourse–taking 3 or 4 capsules of garlic and 100mg of vitamin B1 create a smell that repels mosquitoes while avoiding sugar and fruit juice, to which mosquitoes are naturally attracted can cut down on your victimization. Using certain essential oils—such as eucalyptus, lemon balm, pennyroyal, citronella, tea tree, and geranium also makes effective bug sprays. Simply add a mixture of the above to a water/witch hazel (3 parts water to 1 part witch hazel) solution and transfer to a spray bottle. Several naturopaths say using these oils works as well as commercial mosquito repellent.
Baths: Warm baths are highly underrated. They soften the skin, relax the muscles and release stress from the body, mind, and emotions. Plus you can add all sorts of wonderful things to them– milk to soften skin, sea salt to soothe sore muscles, a tea of herbs such as lavender, mint, rose petals, chamomile, lemongrass, orange rinds to leave you smelling sweet and and all natural.
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Green Tea Weight Loss Plan
Research has shown that green tea helps to reduce weight by stimulating the body’s thermogenesis process, which increases the expenditure of energy and the oxidization of fat in the body. Many compounds found in plants have this effect. The special thing about green tea is that it does not increase the heart rate, and is therefore believed to be safer than diet pills such as ephidrine that also work by stimulating thermogenesis.
A lot of people who are overweight have or are at risk of developing hypertension and other cardiovascular problems, so the fact that green tea does not put pressure on the heart makes it a good choice. Ephidrine is not usually recommended if you are in this group but green tea is considered a safe option. It means that you can gradually increase your exercise levels without increasing your risk of heart problems.
There are only two ways to lose weight: one way is by eating less (consuming fewer calories) and the other is by increasing expenditure of energy (using up more calories). Green tea works by increasing output and this can be by around 4%. Most scientists believe that this is caused by the high quantity of catechin that is in the tea and its extract.
Green tea has the added benefit of containing powerful antioxidants that may be beneficial to your health in many ways, strengthening the immune system and protecting against disease.
Keep in mind that green tea does contain caffeine so you should cut out coffee and other forms of tea while you are taking it. Decaffeinated green tea is not recommended because the chemical processes that are used to remove the caffeine may destroy the beneficial properties of the plant.
At the same time you will need to exercise control in what you eat. If you eat more to compensate for the calories that are burnt by the tea, you will not lose any weight. Keeping to the same calorific intake that you have now and taking green tea should result in gradual weight loss and better energy levels over a few weeks. You can of course increase the speed of this by reducing calorie consumption and/or increasing exercise.
Green tea is a simple, easy and inexpensive weight control aid that can easily be incorporated into any weight loss program. The choice of tea or extract offers something for everybody. Natural and safe, green tea weight loss should feature in your program if you want to keep the weight off permanently.
Article source : http://www.greenteaadvantages.com/
How Else Can You Use Green Tea?
Green tea use is not just for drinking or cooking, it can be used for a LOT of things:
~ cleans any washable surfaces such as yoga mats and air mattresses
~ place used green tea leaves to diffuse odors in litter boxes, helps deter fleas from both cats and dogs
~ sprinkle dried used green tea leaves on your pet's pillow or bed and anywhere pet odors occur giving your dog a more pleasant smell
~ place used teabags or leaves in a small bowl, uncovered, in your refrigerator to help absorb odors from onions and garlic for about three days. After that, sprinkle the old leaves aroudn your ferns, rosebushes, or other plants
~ rub your hands with wet green tea leaves to remove any fish or garlic oils from your hands
~ deodorizes and cleans your pots and pans you used to cook fish or garlic
~ pour leftover green tea directly into the pot of your favorite houseplants. Layer the top of the pots with the wet, used leaves, and let them rot naturally into the dirt, regenerating it better than any commercial plant food you can buy
~ put some dried green tea leaves in a fireproof container with a match, and set outside where mosquitos or flies congregate - a wonderful insect repellent. The smoke from the burning leaves will smell pleasant to you, but not to the bugs
~ excellent to deter moths by placing sachets in your drawers or tie sachets with a ribbon and wrap around hangers to protect your clothes
~ put your green tea into ice cube trays to make green tea ice cubes. Add them to fruit juices or just to make an iced green tea
~ spread dry green tea leaves all over the rug, rub in gently, and brush off thoroughly then vacuum as usual. Your carpet will not only be cleaner but will smell fresher too.
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~ cleans any washable surfaces such as yoga mats and air mattresses
~ place used green tea leaves to diffuse odors in litter boxes, helps deter fleas from both cats and dogs
~ sprinkle dried used green tea leaves on your pet's pillow or bed and anywhere pet odors occur giving your dog a more pleasant smell
~ place used teabags or leaves in a small bowl, uncovered, in your refrigerator to help absorb odors from onions and garlic for about three days. After that, sprinkle the old leaves aroudn your ferns, rosebushes, or other plants
~ rub your hands with wet green tea leaves to remove any fish or garlic oils from your hands
~ deodorizes and cleans your pots and pans you used to cook fish or garlic
~ pour leftover green tea directly into the pot of your favorite houseplants. Layer the top of the pots with the wet, used leaves, and let them rot naturally into the dirt, regenerating it better than any commercial plant food you can buy
~ put some dried green tea leaves in a fireproof container with a match, and set outside where mosquitos or flies congregate - a wonderful insect repellent. The smoke from the burning leaves will smell pleasant to you, but not to the bugs
~ excellent to deter moths by placing sachets in your drawers or tie sachets with a ribbon and wrap around hangers to protect your clothes
~ put your green tea into ice cube trays to make green tea ice cubes. Add them to fruit juices or just to make an iced green tea
~ spread dry green tea leaves all over the rug, rub in gently, and brush off thoroughly then vacuum as usual. Your carpet will not only be cleaner but will smell fresher too.
Article Source : http://www.green-tea-expert.com/
EGCG
EGCG is green tea's main ingredient that fights free radicals.
It extends its strongly protective umbrella over the fatty acids and lipids in the brain.
These fatty acids and lipids are particularly susceptible to the effects of free radical perodixation, a process like that of the cooking oil in your kitchen turning rancid.
Peroxidation is believed to be responsible for much of the aging of the brain.
By keeping these parts of the brain "fresh", this substance helps to keep us young, alert, and able.
Researchers at the National Cancer Center Research Institute in Tokyo, Japan, found that it inhibited tumor promotion in both the skin and gastrointestinal tract of mice.
The conclusion? Egcg in green tea is a practical cancer chemo preventive agent available in everyday life!
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Do Green Tea Pills Work?
Green Tea Pills are by far the safest weight loss method that I know of without the side effects like the one you've been hearing on the news and seeing on tv.
This is because green tea pills do not contain substances such as ephedrine and synephrine which are responsible for jittery, mood swings, increased heart rate, heart palpitations, other side effects.
A recent study conducted at the University of Geneva has shown the effect of green tea extract on weight loss. It was found that the powerful antioxidants in green tea contribute in increasing metabolic rates of the body. Because of this, pharmaceutical companies started adding green tea extract into their weight loss pills.
A weight loss pill from Universal Nutrition called, Thermo Green Tea Pills is a clinically proven, ephedra-free diet pill that helps to increase thermogenesis.
This is the first and only green tea pills that can help you lose weight without the dangerous side effects.
Green tea pills have been popping up on the radars of hopeful dieters as of late.
The questions on the minds of many dieters seeking safer, healthier, and more natural weight loss supplements are valid- What exactly are these green tea pills, and what do they contain?
You may be surprised to find out that the pill form of this familiar ancient Chinese leaf contains the same constituents that gives its liquid twin the miracle medicinal reputation that it has today.
Yes, it’s true. The pill is made from the same unfermented and minimally processed leaves as its brewed counterpart- complete with all of the powerful antioxidants found in a freshly brewed cup.
You receive all of the benefits of the immune system boosting and fat-burning polyphenols without committing yourself to drinking 3 or more cups per day!
How do Green Tea Diet Pills work
Studies have shown that regardless of which form you choose to ingest- tea, pill or extract, this amazing leaf can help you lose weight.
Key components found within the leaf act as metabolism boosters and also have diuretic properties which work in harmony to help promote weight loss.
The green tea pills do contain caffeine, but these levels are minimal in comparison to a cup of coffee- making it an excellent choice for people with caffeine sensitivities.
Researches have even found that caffeine can aid in weight loss and increased metabolism due to its ability to release fatty acids into the bloodstream to be burned as energy.
This symbiotic relationship between the leaf’s caffeine (which help release fat to be burned) and its polyphenols (which work to burn fat more efficiently through thermogenesis,) there’s no wonder why many weight loss supplements contain green tea an active ingredient.
What Precautions or Side Effects Should I Know About Green Tea Pills?
As with any change to your diet or exercise routine, you should definitely consult with your primary care physician. While green tea diet pills are a much safer alternative to many of the stimulant-laden choices on the market today, it is always advisable to speak with your doctor before embarking on any diet.
Because of their diuretic properties, it is also recommended that you increase your water intake. You may notice an increase in urination. This is the way of green tea diet pills in helping to flush your system of toxins, lose water weight, and should not be overly-excessive.
A few things to bear in mind before/while taking green tea diet pills:
• Be sure to take the supplement according to the directions on the manufacturer’s package.• Take the pill with meals and avoid taking them within several hours of bedtime as nighttime restlessness may occur.• Pregnant or nursing women should avoid this supplement all together.• People with history of liver or kidney and stomach problems should limit their consumption. It is best to contact your primary care physician in this instance. • Give your body a break from the supplements ever so often to lower the chance of caffeine dependency and flush your system.
Nothing is a substitute for a healthy lifestyle and structured exercise routine. Remaining active and eating right are the best tools in your weight-loss arsenal. Taking green tea diet pills can definitely help you burn fat more efficiently, but is not a magic bullet.
If you keep your expectations realistic, and maintain a proper weight-loss routine, you’ll be pleasantly surprised at what this ancient leaf known to Chinese and Japanese traditional herbalists for centuries, can do for you.
Aside from the fat burning benefit of green tea pills, they also comes with a long list of health benefits such as prevention of cancer, slows the aging process, helps stabilize diabetes, prevents dental cavities, lowers cholesterol levels, fights bacteria and viruses, and a lot more.
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Green Tea Ingredients
The main green tea ingredients are caffeine (formerly called theine), tannin (flavonols), theophylline, theobromine, fat, wax, saponins, essential oils, polyphenols particularly catechins, carotene, vitamin C, vitamins A, B1, B12, K and P, flouride, iron, magnesium, calcium, strontium, copper, nickel, and zinc.
It also has trace elements such as molybdenum and phosphorus, as well as 300 additional substances.
It is important to know that the quantitative proportions of these active green tea ingredients vary according to the area of cultivation (altitude, climatic region) and the growth stage of the leaf.
As far as caffeine content, the younger leaves and buds have greatest caffeine content. Older leaves, however, have correspondingly larger amounts of tannin.
Antioxidants are important nutrition to have in your body because they are powerful weapons against cancer, heart disease, stroke, aging, diabetes, and many other serious conditions.
Polyphenols, the main ingredients of green tea are powerful antioxidants that fight against cancer. According to research and extensive studies, polyphenols can actually stop some forms of cancer in their tracks by preventing cancer cells from turning into tumors.
There are many types of polyphenols but the strongest and most powerful of all and which are unique to green tea are the catechins.
Catechins were discovered in 1970 when a study was made in Shizuoka, Japan. It has been discovered that people living in Shizuoka Prefecture has much lower rates of cancer.
These same ingredients in green tea was proven to have the ability to interfere with both the initiation and promotion stages of cancer.
For more clarification, polyphenols have five major types: gallocatechin (GC), epicatehcin (EC), epigallocatechin (EGC), epicatechin gallate (ECg), and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG).
Many scientists now agree that EGCG has the highest level and broadest spectrum of cancer-fighting activity.
All these green tea ingredients work effectively to ward off different types of cancer particularly stomach cancer, pancreatic cancer, colon cancer, esophageal cancer, liver cancer, and prostate cancer.
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Why Organic Green Tea?
Organic green tea farming takes a considerable time, money, and dedication. What is involved is allowing the earth to lie idle, rest, regenerate, and be nourished with health-giving nutrients.
All these steps are taken prior to beginning an organic green tea farming.
Farmers then have to wait for their farms to regenerate which takes a while.
Organic farming is, of course, without any chemicals, be it pesticides or fertilizers. The soil where the tea is grown is enriched with all natural compost. Then a layer of mulch is added to retain the moisture. This also provides extra nutrients to the soil as it breaks down.
One advantage of organic farming to farmers is the less expense for them to replace green tea plants. Since it's organic, green tea plants can live more than 100 years.
Although this method is expensive, it produces a superior quality green tea.
There are several agencies that certify products as being organic. Organizations like Japan Organic and Natural Foods Association (JONA) and the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
These agencies have certification programs with the sole purpose of examining the growing practices of a particular tea plantation. They then issue certificates to those that meet their requirements.
You should be able to tell also if it is organic green tea or not by using your taste buds. Organic teas have infinite tasting pleasures.
Organic green tea has been receiving a lot of attention as of late - and rightly so!
With so many scientifically supported health benefits, and centuries of its use in traditional Chinese medicine, it’s no wonder why green tea varieties are piquing the curiosity of serious tea lovers in the West.
A large part of green tea’s appeal is its minimal processing.
All true teas, including green tea, come from the same plant - Camellia sinensis. How this plant is processed determines whether the tea will be white, green, wu-yi (oolong) or black.
Since organic green tea receives very minimal processing, it remains high in phytochemicals like free radical fighting polyphenols and bad cholesterol reducing flavanoids.
The powerful antioxidants in this amazing tea have been credited with a variety of health benefits.
Chinese herbalists have long used organic green tea for everything from skin ailments and high cholesterol to diabetes management. Green tea is packed with antioxidants that seek out and scavenge the free radicals in our system.
Japanese and Dutch researchers have found that regular green tea drinkers (those drinking 3 or more cups per day) can reduce triglyceride concentrations while increasing the production of good cholesterol.
Aside from the numerous health benefits, a soothing cup of green tea can soothe our weary minds.
Truly enjoying tea affords us an opportunity to take a step back from the hustle and bustle of our hectic lives. A relaxing cup of tea can do wonders for the mind, body and soul.
In this busy day and age, we owe it to ourselves to slow down and simply relax, while doing something good for our bodies.
The leftover loose leaf can also be consumed. This adds protein and key vitamins into our diets. If the thought of eating a whole tea leaf seems unbearable, there are other ways to enjoy the loose leaf.
-Try adding minced organic tea leaves to stir-fries, marinades, sauces and salads.
-Organic loose green tea leaves suspended in frozen lemonade ice cubes make a nice addition to any iced tea. -A premium quality organic green tea can also be used as an excellent facial toner. Simply steep two teaspoons of powdered green tea in a ½ cup of boiling water for 6 minutes. After the liquid cools, apply it to your face with cotton balls. Green tea’s reputation as a near cure-all is a well deserved one.
From reducing high blood pressure to its anti-aging and antioxidant properties, no wonder green tea is one of the world’s most popular and well-loved teas.
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Green Tea vs Black Tea
Green tea vs black tea - which of the two is a better weapon against several diseases and conditions?
Black tea, although without a doubt considered a pleasing beverage and a soothing tonic, it is not as wide-ranging and powerful as green tea.
Green tea has amazing health benefits mostly from catechins, which are mostly oxidized into theaflavins and thearubigens during the manufacture of black tea.
Theaflavins and thearubigens having their own health benefits cannot compare with the wide-ranging effects of green tea's catechins.
A cup of black tea contains about 5-10 mg of catechins while a cup of green tea contains more than eight times that amount, or 40-90 mg.
Catechin prevents the occurence of diseases and speeds up healing. EGCG catechin has found to have the highest level of healing ability.
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