Green Tea and Weight Loss

Green tea has been used for centuries. It contains powerful antioxidants that may help fight against heart disease, cancers and other diseases. Recent studies have shown that green tea is also beneficial to weight loss.

One of the most recent studies which appeared in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition showed people who drank a bottle of green tea extract everyday for three months lost more body fat than the participants who drank regular tea.

It is thought the chemical epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) found in green tea raises the metabolism while also releasing the hormone noradrenaline which is an appetite suppressant.

The study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition also indicated the consumption of catechins in green tea lead to both reduced body fat and LDL cholesterol levels.

Now that you know the many benefits of green tea, just how do you need to drink to lose weight?

Based on the recent research you would need to consume at least 4 cups of green tea daily to see any results. There are now also green tea supplements on the market which provide higher concentrated doses of green tea in a capsule form. The quality of the supplements will vary so it’s best to do your research. It is best to DRINK the tea and forget the supplements.

Try replacing your daily cup of coffee or tea with green tea. It’s also a good drink to have in between meals. It may help satisfy your hunger pangs while providing your body with a good dose of antioxidants.

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