Much has been done to document the health benefits of green tea, but which compounds actually contribute to green tea’s effectiveness in so many areas of human health? Catechins Catechins are the most prevalent group of compounds found in green tea and are thought to be behind the majority of its natural benefits. In all, [...]
Legend has it, that an Emperor in ancient China named Shennong discovered green tea when he accidentally dropped leaves into boiling water and was impressed by the aroma and fragrance that emanated from the brew. According to a recent article by Stephen Daniells for NutraIngredients, in the three year period between 2000 and 2003, the [...]
How to Boost the Power of your Green Tea Although modern science has begun to show just how beneficial green tea can be for your health, many questions still remain. How beneficial is green tea exactly? How much green tea do we need to drink? How can we boost the power of our green tea [...]