Losing Weight by Using Green Tea Supplements or Drinking Tea
People of Far East countries like India, China,and Japan have used herbal remedies and teas for medicinal and health purposes for centuries. Green tea is one of the most powerful of the herbal treatments and drinks. Now you too can harness this power to improve your health with green tea supplements.
There are three different types of tea: green tea, black tea, and oolong tea. Black tea is probably the most popular tea outside the orient. Fully fermented tea leaves are used to make this type of tea. Another tea that is starting to become popular is called oolong tea and it is made from tea leaves that are partially fermented. Green tea is made from non-fermented tea leaves and is probably the healthiest variety of tea because it has the highest concentration of antioxidants.
The antioxidants in green tea, called polyphenols, are thought to be very beneficial and have been the topic of many scientific studies. Antioxidants, in general, neutralize free radicals in our body which is critical for maintaining your health. Free radicals contribute to disease and sickness because they attack and damage healthy cells in our body. The antioxidants in green tea have been studied for specific health benefits including preventing coronary heart disease, reducing cholesterol levels, reducing inflammation associated with Crohn’s disease, and losing weight.
Scientific studies conducted with green tea as it relates to weight loss have shown some interesting possibilities. The studies show that supplementing with green tea may help you burn fat and increase your metabolism. At least one study showed that a green tea fat burner pill improved weight loss in overweight and moderately obese participants. It is speculated that the fat burning effect is caused by polyphenols, specifically the catechins, in the green tea. Whatever the reason, the studies show that it works.
There are lots of published studies regarding the health benefits of green tea and supplements with green tea. Much of the information in this article can be found in a report published bye the University of Maryland on their website. The report is very long and has more details on many different green tea studies. You can see the specific article at umm.edu/altmed/articles/green-tea-000255.htm.
For the record, I am not a physician and have never had any formal medical training. I present this article for informational purposes only from my own personal research and experiences. Before starting any new diet or exercise program, you should check with your doctor. You should also pay attention to your body whenever you start something new and keep an eye out for side effects or allergies. Good luck on your health and fitness quest!
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