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Can you guess the most popular beverage in the U.S. market this last decade? Green Tea made from unfermented tea leaves is the answer. Research suggests the fermentation process is what makes it contain the highest concentration of polyphenols, antioxidants that rids the body of free radicals. Some preliminary studies also show that green tea’s polyphenols, particularly ECGC, can help stop the free-radical damage that may lead to cancer and heart disease.

Garlic has also been popular in that many people believe it is a heart disease preventative. I don’t believe anyone is adding garlic to their green tea, but research does show, many people add garlic to all kinds of foods in the belief that it is good for their heart and a preventative for other diseases.

Green tea is popular as a healing brew; however, most studies on its effects have been done the in animals. Human studies of the effects of green tea have been population-based (studies that follow large groups of people over a specified period of time). The results of these studies have been inconsistent.

The Food and Drug Administration says there is no scientific evidence that drinking green tea reduces heart disease. A spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association, Dave Grotto, says “Green tea has a lot of wonderful active compounds that may play a role in fighting cancer and heart disease and even protecting the lining of the arteries. “But there needs to be a lot more research.”

Dr. Frank Greenway, head of the outpatient clinic at the Pennington Biomedical Research Center in Baton Rouge, La., studies herbal supplements and obesity. He says, “There’s nothing magic about green tea.” “I’ll be surprised if it is shown to have any profound effect on weight loss.” There have been many claims that green tea does help with weight loss. Some studies suggest that green tea’s polyphenols may boost metabolism and help burn fat.

Dr. Greenway also says, “Green tea won’t hurt you.” “Herbs always play catch-up when it comes to research.”

Some studies show that some green tea drinkers may actually get more health benefits than others. Green tea provides more antioxidants freshly brewed.

Garlic is another popular additive to boost good heart health. Some people have been adding it to chicken wings, pasta and many other things. Researchers are saying garlic is not as powerful a cardiac protector as once thought.

A series of studies over the last several years show that garlic may not be so great at lowering cholesterol levels. Christopher Gardner, a Stanford professor of medicine led the study and he says, “I was somewhat surprised that even the raw garlic didn’t have any effect. But the evidence is very clear. Garlic just doesn’t work in lowering cholesterol levels.”

The good news is that research does not rule out garlic’s potential benefits in reducing levels of cardiovascular disease by lowering blood pressure or atherosclerosis.

Green tea and garlic probably do have some extra benefits, but to date scientific evidence does not prove either of them to help our health substantially.

Source: Newsweek

Disclaimer: *This article is not meant to diagnose, treat or cure any kind of a health problem. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Always consult with your health care provider about any kind of a health problem and especially before beginning any kind of an exercise routine.

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Chai tea is a centuries old tea that has been important in many cultures around the world. This rich black tea that is traditionally sweetened with milk and honey also includes various spices which add not only to its zesty taste but to its health benefits as well.

Made from a base of black tea, Chai is full of antioxidants from the tea leaves which help boost your immune system and prevent illness. As of late, all teas including black tea have been in the news for their significant health benefits. In fact, the National Cancer Center Research Institute in Tokyo has suggested that in the most practical method of preventing cancer may be drinking tea. studies have shown that drinking tea can lower instances of all types of cancer but is particularly helpful in inhibiting cancers of the esophagus and digestive system as well as long and breast cancer. Not only that but there is some evidence that drinking tea can help counteract some of the damage that chemotherapy does to your white blood cells.

Not only does Chai tea offer the health benefits that you get from the tea itself but the spices added have additional health benefits that you won’t find in other types of tea. some spices that are typically added include Cardamom, cinnamon, cloves, ginger, nutmeg and pepper.

Cinnamon is quickly becoming a favorite medicinal herb is it has many uses but perhaps the most important is that It stimulates other herbs which help them to heal you faster. It is said to lower blood pressure, reduced pains and fevers, relieve symptoms of indigestion, nausea, gas and heartburn and can also help with menstrual cramps. Incidentally, another spice in Chai tea – Cardamom helps relieve indigestion problems so if you’re having digestive problems, this tea may help.

Cloves are said to help invigorate the body and are reputed to be great at relieving flus and colds.

Ginger is a great medicinal herb that’s been used for thousands of years and is said to help fight off the common cold as well the flu and is particularly effective in strengthening and healing the respiratory and digestive systems. It is also said to help with cardiovascular health, heal ulcers and reduce fevers and body aches.

Nutmeg is said to to help keep the mucous membranes, particularly those in the throat, moist it is a great herb for anyone that has problems in this area.

Pepper, which might seem like an odd thing to have in a tea is another ingredient of Chai tea which helps stimulate the taste buds and is said to improve digestion. it has been used for ages to help prevent gas and has both antibacterial and antioxidant properties. It is a great herb for promoting a healthy digestive system.

So, you see, the next time you sit down for relaxing and tasty cup of chai tea you will not only be getting something delicious to drink but also helping to improve your health as well.

It’s an established fact that ordinary tea can help to lose weight. Really you can drink tea for pleasure and unique taste, but also for weight loss. There are many sorts of this ancient drink. Let’s look what qualities some kinds of tea have.

Green Tea. Green tea makes fat exchange better. Actually green tea helps to split food fats. This aromatic non-fermented drink is the ideal end of any meal. Take 1 teaspoon tea leaves for 1 cup. Pour it with boiling water and infuse for 5 minutes. Generally green tea improves mood, tones up and can take the place of morning coffee.

Black Tea with Lemon. Black tea with lemon burns fats. I’m sure you drink black tea every day. But we shouldn’t underrate the classical sort of tea. Thanking its tanning agents, black tea influences on stomach work positively, especially during holiday dinner and improves digestion. Vitamin C, contained in lemon, increases the positive effect from tea. Pour 1 teaspoon tea with hot water and keep for 3-5 minutes. Then add a lemon segment.

Mint with Cardamom. Such kind of tea blunts the feeling hungry. If you worry about your waist and legs, drink boiled mint. Mint tea takes feeling hungry away and helps metabolism. Add cardamom and you will increase effect of mint. This eastern spice has makes metabolism better too. Knead 10 seeds of cardamom and boil in 1 liter of water for 3 minutes. Then add 20 gram mint leaves and keep infusing for 5 minutes.

Nettle tea with ginger. This unusual kind of tea helps cleansing and detoxification of your organism. Of course, you should become used to special taste of nettle. Believe me, it is worth of it. Nettle makes the process of fat incineration more active. Also it cleanses blood and all body. Nettle cares about ideal figure and about clean skin also. Essential oils, containing in the gingery root, help body detoxification and warm in the cold winter time. To make this wonderful drink you should pour 1 tablespoon nettle leaves with 1 liter boiling water and keep for 10 minutes. Grate gingery root into cup with tea.

Rooibos tea with cloves. This sweet drink increases the process of digestion. Thanking its natural sweetness, this tea can help to quench your thirst of sweets. It improves metabolism and nervous system. Rooibos tea doesn’t contain caffeine and any other stimulants in contrast to black or green teas. That’s why this kind of tea can be useful even for little children. Tea has the great therapeutic effect. Knead 2 cloves and boil in 1 liter boiling water. Then add 1 tablespoon rooibos tea.

Lapacho tea with anise. It will help to improve digestion. This drink, made from bark of South-American tree Lapacho, has very pleasant taste. And also it has the great number of mineral matters and microelements, strengthening immune system. Combination of lapacho with anise promotes weight loss. Knead 1 teaspoon anise seeds and pour with 1 liter boiling water, then filter. Pour 2 teaspoons lapacho with anise decoction and infuse for 5 minutes. Find more information about weight loss at http://www.idealweightblog.com.