Benefits of Green Tea

Did you know, green tea has a million properties capable of preventing illness?

Green tea contains polyphenols bioactive compounds that cause a reaction to the body relaxed and comfortable. Functional components responsible for the creation of an atmosphere that is L-teanin.

L-teanin is a group of amino acids that can cause a bad atmosphere (umami or savory), which is only found in tea plants. This compound is the dominant content of tea is as much as 50 percent of the total free amino acids. Levels in tea leaves reach 1-2 percent of dry weight. L-teanin classified compounds are easily absorbed by the intestine, specifically in the intestinal tract, which then flow to the brain. Giving teanin into the brain through mikroinjeksi sriatum cause an increase in the release domain. Here teanin interact with neurotransmitters. The release of this neurotransmitter that causes feelings of pleasure and improve mood.

In addition to creating a relaxed atmosphere, green tea is also believed to help burn fat, prevent heart disease, lowering blood pressure, and protects them from diabetes and hepatitis. Green tea also works to prevent food poisoning and prevent bad breath and improve immunity. He is also helpful to avoid bone loss, tooth decay and allergies.

To be more pronounced efficacy, it is recommended to brew green tea leaves with hot water (not boiling water), then let the leaves soak for 1-5 minutes. Do not add milk to the potion because the protein content of milk to neutralize the polyphenols (antioxidants).

It must be remembered, despite having many benefits of green tea also contains caffeine which when consumed in excess can cause imsomnia (sleep disorder), anxiety, and ketidakaturan heartbeat. Remember, occurs only if consumed in excess. The content of caffeine in tea remains lower than with coffee and soft drinks. (Various sources )