Much has been written about the potential anti-cancer effects of green tea, including the many research studies that I have reviewed in this column (please see my archives, below). A new research study, just published in the journal Gastroenterology, adds additional important information to our understanding about the effects of green tea, and its active [...]
Archive | June, 2008
Health Benefits of Drinking Green Tea
The secret of green tea lies in the fact it is rich in catechin polyphenols, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). EGCG is a powerful antioxidant: besides inhibiting the growth of cancer cells, it kills cancer cells without harming healthy tissue. It has also been effective in lowering LDL cholesterol levels, and inhibiting the abnormal formation of [...]
Athletes Should Drink Green Tea
Typically you don’t see Olympic athletes drinking green tea, but maybe you should. A recent Brazilian study shows that the antioxidants in green tea can offset the oxidative stress that comes from physical workouts. This means your body can recover more quickly from physical exercise and have less free-radical damage after a workout. From the [...]