Green Tea is tea made from the leaves of the tea tree
(Camellia sinesis). Green Tea is green because
it undergoes less oxidation than black tea, and is closer to its raw
form.
The Health effects of green tea are varied and well
documented. Most of the effects are related to its high level of antioxidants and
specifically natural polyphenols, which are unique to tea. Namely, ECGC, which has been
shown to be a very powerful antioxidant and is believed to be responsible for most of
green tea's effects.
It has been shown that green tea may
help to prevent cancer, cardiovascular disease, aging, assist in weight lost, prevent
tooth decay, improve cholesterol, boost immunity and lower blood pressure. However,
there is little definitive scientific support for these claims and still a great deal of
mystery surrounding green tea's affect on the body.
Green
tea may affect nosebleeds in a few ways, one is that it has been shown to lower blood
pressure which may help, but it is also very high in vitamin K. Vitamin K helps the
blood to clot, this may also help to treat nosebleeds, although at very high levels
vitamin K can be dangerous.
There are a variety of thoughts
about how to introduce green tea to one's diet. It can be taken as a supplement in the
form of an extract. Or through traditional brewing, the amount of tea or tea extract
needed to achieve the benefits can vary. As much as 10 cups is recommended for weight
loss. However, 4-6 cups daily will provide enough antioxidants to achieve benefits, more
than this may cause excessive caffeine levels and disrupt other bodily functions
requiring caution to be used in cases of existing illness.
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