Good and bad effects of green tea

Why people show curiosity about green tea:

Studies say that sipping green tea is more beneficial than water, because, like water, green tea does not dehydrate( must limit your sipping for a good result), and is also packed full of antioxidants.

Good effects of green tea:

• Green tea contains polyphenol antioxidants that can have various good effects on health.

• It is used in Chinese medicine to control bleeding and heal the injured part of your body, improving heart and mental health.

• It can help to regulate body temperature.

• It contains anti-inflammatory proteins that can reduce skin irritation and swelling. So you get relief from itching.

• Because it contains antioxidants, It helps to tone the skin and remove the sign of wrinkles.

• It helps to improve brain function.

• According to research, green tea can increase fat burning and boost metabolism.

• It may lower the risks of some cancers such as breast cancer, prostate cancer.

• Green tea may help to reduce bad breath. Because green tea can fight the growth of oral bacteria.

• Supplying nutrients with antioxidants, green tea can improve hair growth.

Bad effects of green tea:

Though it is considered one of the safest drinks, a few things you may keep in mind when drinking green tea.

• Remember it contains caffeine. So some side effects affect the people who are sensitive to caffeine.

• Drinking large amounts of green tea causes some bad effects including headache and irregular heartbeat.

• It contains tannins that may cause acid in your stomach.

It is true because it contains caffeine and tannins, but it is a storehouse of nutrients. So drinking 2 or 3 cups of green tea( not more from this) daily may get the optimal benefits.

Try to consume a higher quality, because low glow-garden tea contains excess amounts of fluoride. So you can sip it more than just a hydrating drink. It is more than just a soothing brew.

Shammi Akhtar

Cooking expert and Herbalist