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GREEN TEA INFORMATION

·        For acceleration of calorie burning.  Flavanoids in green tea alter how our body uses norephinephrine causing an increase in the rate of calorie burn.  Catechins (antioxidant) and caffeine in green and black teas contribute to weight loss when consumed consistently.

·        Cancer preventative properties.  Polyphenols in tea reduce abnormal cell growth and inflammation.  Green tea extract has been shown to inhibit breast cancer cells and decrease tumor density.  A study in China in 1999-2000 showed a decline in the risk of ovarian cancer as frequency and duration of green tea consumption increased.  60% less risk for daily drinkers increasing to 80% for drinkers of 30+ years.

·        Antioxidants in green tea are believed to play a role in preventing or inhibiting cancer, macular degeneration and cataracts.  Antioxidants are valuable in minimizing free radical cell damage inherent in the aging process.

·        Enhances the immune system.  As we age an increase in prostaglandin E2 (PE2) occurs suppressing the immune system.  Green tea is one food source shown to reduce PE2.  High concentrations of polyphenols and flavanoids in green tea boost the immune system.

·        For multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis and chrohns disease.  Studies have shown that green tea reduces the production of TNFa (tumornecrosis factor a) a major causative culprit in these diseases.

·        For seizures, epilepsy, Alzheimer's and schizophrenia.  All these benefit from the antioxidants present in green tea.  PLA2 (phospholipids A2) activity has been correlated with these neurological defects.  PLA2 may be inhibited by foods such as green tea.

·        Fights viruses, slows aging and lowers cholesterol.  All these are benefits of the antioxidants present in green tea.

·         Epigallocatechin (EGCG) an antioxidant in green tea is 100 times more effective than vitamin C and 25 times more effective than vitamin E at protecting us from cellular and DNA damage believed to lead to cancer, heart disease etc.  EGCG binds to protein on tumor cells slowing growth.

·        Sunburn Aid.  Antioxidants in green tea reduce inflammation.  Brew green tea, chill and apply to sunburn with cloth.

In approximately 2737 BC Shen Nung, Emperor of China was accidentally served green tea by a servant.  He liked it and once word got around that the emperor was drinking green tea its consumption spread rapidly. 

Currently green tea is the second most popular beverage in the world.  Unlike black tea, green tea is unfermented therefore yielding higher levels of antioxidants.

Green tea is made from the dried leaves of the 'camellia sinesis' plant.

·        Average daily green tea consumption in Japan is 4 to 10 cups

·        Use LOOSE teas.  Loose teas provide higher levels of antioxidants.  Tea bags often contain lower-quality powdered leaves.

·        Chlorine in tap water can decrease antioxidant levels.  Minerals in water can also alter tea flavour.

·        Steep tea for 3-5 minutes.

·        Green Tea:  Unfermented tea leaves

·        Black Tea; Tea leaves are fully fermented before drying.

·        Oolong Tea:  Tea leaves are partially fermented.  (Approx. 70%)

·        White Tea:  Slightly fermented white tea is made from the tea bushes of paler colour.  Young buds of the tea bushes are used and bushes are often shielded from the light to decrease chlorophyll production.

Matcha Tea- The Crown Prince of Green Tea

Matcha tea is uniquely Japanese and famous for its use in Japanese and Buddhist Tea Ceremonies.  The leaves of the gyokuro are finely ground until it resembles a fine talcum powder.  Unlike regular tea matcha powder is whisked into hot water and consumed as a suspension.    Since the tea is consumed as this suspension and not simply infused, the nutritional values are approximately 85% higher than in regular green tea infusions.

To use matcha powder, stir, or whisk, I teaspoon of matcha powder into almost boiling water.  Whisk until foamy, add honey or sugar to taste.  The tea will have a jammy texture to it.  Adjust the amount of matcha powder to create a thicker or thinner final tea dependent on personal taste.  Matcha in traditional tea ceremonies is quite thick.  Try adding matcha powder to hot milk, hot soy milk or to nutritional shakes.  You can even add it to soups or breads!

Coffee                         80mg

Cola                        45 mg

Black Tea                40 mg

Flavoured Tea             40 mg

Oolong Tea                30mg

Green Tea                20mg

White Tea                15 mg

Decaf Tea                5-10 mg

Herbal Tea                0mg

Rooibos Tea                0 mg