Green tea is touted to be one of the healthiest beverages on the planet that could have many potential health benefits.
1. Contains plant-based antioxidant compounds
Green tea contains a type of polyphenol called a catechin. Catechins are antioxidants that help prevent cell damage and provide other health benefits.UFABET
The most well-known and abundant catechin in green tea is epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG). Which research has found may be involved in improving various health conditions or markers of disease.
2. May improve cognitive function
A 2017 research paper found that drinking may benefit cognition, mood, and brain function. Possibly due to compounds like caffeine and L-theanine.
A 2020 study also suggest that is link with a 64% lower chance of cognitive impairment in middle-aged and older adults. More human studies are need to further explore this effect.
3. Could help with fat burning
A 2022 review found that the ability of green tea to positively influence your metabolism is enhance with aerobic or resistance exercise.
That said, the National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements suggests that. While some studies do show an ability to improve how your body breaks down fat. Its overall effect on weight loss is likely to be small.