Green tea has long been
debated as a weight loss aid, and more research is needed to confirm or deny
how well it works. While some studies have turned up nothing, others have
identified three main components in green tea that could help manage weight-caffeine,
catechins, and theanine. Caffeine is just an overall boost to your system, and
speeds up a number of bodily processes, including metabolism related to weight
(technically speaking, metabolism refers to any and all biological processes in
a living organism needed to sustain life.)
Catechins are considered
anti-oxidant flavonoids, and are superior in green tea rather than black tea
due to a difference in processing (black tea is fermented.) While the mechanism
is yet to be determined, in vitro and in vivo studies have shown that catechins
can help lower the absorption of lipids (fats) via the intestinal track.
Theanine is an amino acid in green tea that can encourage the release of
dopamine, the chemical that makes you “happy” and relaxed. If you tend to eat
due to stress, this may be useful. It also counters the caffeine so you don’t
get all jittery. The ginger added to green tea will help improve digestion and
add a little flavor-no sugar or milk in this tea!
You will need…
ü 1/2 inch of fresh ginger root, peeled and finely
chopped OR ½ teaspoon ground ginger
ü 1 teaspoon of green tea
ü 8 ounces of fresh water
ü Raw, organic honey (optional)
Directions
Place green tea and
ginger in a strainer or sieve and cover with 8 ounces of boiling water.
Steeping green tea for too long can leave it with a bitter taste, so don’t
exceed 3-4 minutes. You can stir in a little raw honey if you really need to
sweeten it, but avoid milk or sugar at all costs. Drink 1-2 cups daily on an
empty stomach.
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