Green tea has earned the reputation of being the healthiest beverage on the planet. It does not only boost the immune system but also helps to fight against various diseases come to man.
Here some of the amazing benefits of green tea you should know about:
Contains Compounds That Improve Cognitive Function
Green tea contains a compound that has been found to improve cognitive function. This compound is no other than Caffeine. For a long time, caffeine has been known as a stimulant capable of causing jittery effects in those who ingest large quantities of coffee. However, green tea does not contain as much caffeine as coffee, and hence produces only the desired outcome without all the jittery effects that are associated with too much caffeine.
In addition, green tea also contains amino acid L-theanine which increases the production of dopamine and alpha waves in the brain.
Contains Compounds That May Lower The Risk Of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
Studies have shown that green tea contains bioactive compounds that may help in preventing certain brain defects in the elderly. Diseases such as Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s are the most common neurodegenerative diseases common in humans. The compounds contained in green tea have been shown to be protective against such diseases.
Protects Against Bacteria That Affect Dental Health
The bacteria Streptococcus mutans is a leading cause of tooth decay and plaque formation in the mouth. Studies have shown that the compounds contained in green tea inhibit the growth of Streptococcus mutant and improves dental health in general.
May Reduce Your Risk Of Cardiovascular Disease
Interestingly, green tea has been found to target the leading culprits responsible for cardiovascular disease and stroke. This includes total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides. Also, green tea boosts the antioxidant capabilities of the blood, and thus protects the LDL particles from oxidation.
Source
NCBI
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