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  • admin 20:39 on 01/11/2011 Permalink | Reply
    Tags: , brewing water, chinese herbalists, fermentation process, , green tea leaves, , health benefits, iced green tea, , pan fried,   

    For years, green tea was consumed almost exclusively in Asia. For centuries, green tea has been used by Chinese herbalists to treat many health maladies from menstrual difficulties to headaches. In China and Japan, most people drink green tea all day long. However, here in the Western world it has gained popularity only in the last few years. There are many ways to enjoy green tea, and many things to learn about it. There are several differences between green tea and other types of tea. Processing Green tea comes from the same plant as black tea, but it is processed differently. Green tea, however, is not fermented like black tea. Green tea leaves are laid out to wither for about 8 to 24 hours after plucking to allow most of the water to evaporate. Next,

    to prevent the oxidation fermentation process, the leaves are steamed or pan fried. Finally the leaves are rolled and then dried again, unlike black tea leaves, which are cut. Flavor Because green tea is in a very natural state, it tastes more plant like than black tea. Most people describe green tea as having a somewhat grassy taste. It is green and somewhat pale in color, and can become bitter if over brewed. Green tea can have subtleties and differences in aroma and flavor based on the variety of the tea plant and the region in which the tea is grown. In addition, there are many flavored green teas. Green teas are blended with herbs or fruit to create a wide variety of flavors. Many people who dont enjoy the taste of plain green tea love the combination of green tea with other flavors. Serving method Green tea needs cooler water than any other tea for proper brewing. Water for green tea should be heated to about 160F. It can be enjoyed with s weetener, milk or lemon if you prefer. Green tea can also be enjoyed cold. Keeping a pitcher of iced green tea in your refrigerator lets you enjoy its health benefits all day long. Caffeine Content Green tea contains only about half the amount of caffeine as black tea. Black tea contains about 40 mg of caffeine per serving, while green tea contains just 20. In addition, caffeine in tea has been shown to be less likely to cause jitters than other caffeinated beverages. Health Benefits Green tea has received a lot of attention in recent years because it has

    been shown in research to be very effective at preventing many diseases and even in treating some. The natural anti-oxidants in green tea make it one of the most powerful health protectors you can consume as part of your diet. Green tea may be effective in: * Reducing your risk of some forms of cancer Many different studies have supported the finding that green tea can prevent and possibly even help treat some forms of cancer. The first interest in green teas health benefits resulted from statistics showing that Asian cultures, where green tea is the most commonly consumed beverage, have the lowest incidences of cancer in the world. Some studies have even shown that green tea compounds can inhibit the growth of cancer cells, slowing the progress of the disease. It appears that tea may be most effective at preventing bladder, colon, rectal, esophageal, bladder, liver, lung, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer and prostate cancer. * Lowering Cholest erol – Tea has been shown to be effective in lowering LDL cholesterol the bad cholesterol. It appears that teas anti-oxidants work with HDL cholesterol to help transport bad cholesterol to the liver, where it can be passed from the body. Tea also appears to inhibit the formation of abnormal blood clots, which are the leading cause of heart attacks and strokes. * Ease Rheumatoid Arthritis Teas anti-oxidants may have the power to help prevent rheumatoid arthritis. In some studies, it has even been suggested that green tea may be able to ease symptoms of those already

    suffering with this disease. * Help Lose Weight Teas combination of catechins and caffeine appear to speed up the metabolism and may help with weight loss. In addition, it appears that using green tea as a diet supplement causes fewer instances of jitteriness and rapid heart rate than other diet supplements. It may also help regulate insulin in the body, which can be beneficial for diabetics. Many studies have shown that lifelong tea drinkers tend to weigh less and have less body fat than non tea drinkers. * Prevent Alzheimers disease Studies suggest that tea drinkers may also be less likely to develop Alzheimers disease. Though the subject requires far more research, it has also been suggested that green teas potent anti-oxidants may even have the power to slow down the progress of Alzheimers disease in those already suffering. Most people in the Western world still drink black tea over green tea. But, as you can see, there are many health reasons to make green tea a part of your regular diet. Green tea may be an important way to protect your health and prevent disease. And, its delicious, too!

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

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  • admin 19:23 on 26/10/2011 Permalink | Reply
    Tags: , , body builder, , build muscle, , burning calories, , drink tea, exercise to lose weight, , health benefits, healthy heart, insulin levels, losing weight, lower cholesterol, putting on weight, strength training, weight maintenance program   

    It seems that many of us are dieting today. And, were always looking for ways to make dieting easier and more effective. Of course, we know that diet and exercise are critical components of any weight loss or weight maintenance program, but there are some other tricks you can use to help make your dieting more productive and less restrictive. Build muscle When we think of exercise to lose weight, many of us think of aerobic exercise for burning calories and fat. And, its true that aerobic exercise is very important to weight loss and to having a healthy heart. However, building muscle is also critical to losing weight and keeping it off. Muscle, even when at rest burns more calories than fat. So, a person who has a lot of muscle needs more calories just to get through the day than a person whose body

    composition is more fat than muscle. By building muscle, you make your body a calorie burning machine, so you can eat more without putting on weight. Were not talking about becoming a body builder. Just 20 minutes of strength training 3 times each week will help you tone up and build muscle. Not only will you burn more calories each day, but youll also change the way your body looks for the better and make your body stronger. Drink Tea There has been an abundance of evidence showing that drinking tea has many health benefits. Tea, particularly green tea, has been shown to prevent some forms of cancer, help lower cholesterol and prevent heart disease. It may also help regulate insulin levels, and may even prevent debilitating illnesses like Parkinsons disease and Alzheimers disease. The trick is the anti-oxidants. Green tea is different from black tea in the way that its processed. Black tea is fermented, while green tea is left unfermented, in its more natural state. This lack of fermentation protects the healthful anti-oxidants in the tea. Anti-oxidants are critical for preventing disease and premature aging. As our body converts the food we eat into energy, free radicals are created. If these free radicals are left unchecked, they damage our cells and DNA, which eventually leads to disease. Anti-oxidants combat the free radicals to prevent the damage they can cause. Green tea contains EGCG, one of the most potent anti-oxidants you can find. Green tea also seems to have the ability to boost your metabolism. All caffeinated beverages raise the metabolism somewhat, but green tea seems to raise

    the metabolism even more than other caffeinated beverages, though its actual caffeine content is lower than black tea, coffee or soda. Green tea also seems to promote thermogenesis in the body, which helps burn fat. And, the best news is that green tea is well tolerated by most people who have trouble with caffeine. Its caffeine does not seem to cause the jitters that many people experience from caffeine in other forms. Green tea appears to have no side effects, even if you drink large quantities. One interesting study on the effects of green tea on weight loss was conducted by the Shizuoka University in Japan. In this study, female mice received supplements of different combinations of green tea powder with caffeine, green tea catechins and theanine another green tea component in their diets or they received the same diet with no supplements for a period of 16 weeks. Their weight was measured monthly. Over this four month period, t he mice who received supplements of green tea powder, caffeine and theanine showed reduced body weights when compared with the mice who received only green tea catechins and when compared with mice who did not receive supplements. In addition, the mice that received green tea with caffeine and theanine had significantly less fatty body organs, by as much 50%. In addition, the mice who received green tea powder with theanine had significantly lower serum cholesterol levels. So, what does this mean for us? Well, the reason that laboratory mice are so often used in medical experiments is because their body composition and their responses to medicines often closely mimics

    that of human responses. So, its reasonable to assume that if green tea components can impede weight gain in lab mice, it can do the same for us. And, the best news is that even if you dont see significant weight loss from drinking green tea, youre doing something healthy for your body. Green tea is far healthier to consume than coffee or sodas and provides the healthful anti-oxidants that your body needs. Successful weight loss and maintenance requires a combination of efforts including exercise and a healthy diet. However, learning the little tricks, like drinking green tea can help make dieting easier and more successful. Plus, by adding green tea to your diet you may be preventing serious illnesses and reducing the effects of aging. http://yogihealth.com/assets/research/LTheaLtheaninObesity.pdf

    Copyright c 2007-2010 Marcus Stout

    Marcus Stout is President of the Golden Moon Tea Company. For more information about tea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea green tea http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea and black tea go to http://www.goldenmoontea.com Read More Articles From Marcus Stout: http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html

    by building, shizuoka university, energy, food, alzheimers disease, parkinsons disease, burn, cancer, disease, heart disease, shizuoka university in japan, marcus stout, president, author, http://thephantomwriters.com/recent/author/marcus-stout.html, http://www.goldenmoontea.com, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/blacktea, http://www.goldenmoontea.com/greentea, http://yogihealth.com/assets/research/lthealtheaninobesity.pdf,

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      Evening primrose oil is extracted from the Oenothera biennis plant, a small, yellow wildflower native to America that has been used medicinally for centuries. Evening primrose oil, pressed from the seed, is rich in linoleic acid and gamma-linoleic acid, which are Essential fatty acids–nutrients the body does not produce and which must be obtained from the diet. Essential fatty acids are used by the body to maintain healthy tissues and regulate insulin levels, the functions of the and moods. Evening primrose oil is found in topical remedies for many skin ailments.
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