Health Benefits of Green Tea
Health Benefits of Green Tea Medical Studies:
Many people ask us, so what are the health benefits of green tea? The antioxidants contained in green tea have anti-viral properties. Here's a quote directly from a green tea study: “Among healthcare workers for the elderly, taking green tea catechins and theanine may be effective prophylaxis for influenza infection.”[3]* Green tea may help to support your immune system during cold and flu season.*
Green tea also has positive effects on the skin as well. Quoting directly from a medical study: “Green tea polyphenols delivered in a beverage were shown to protect skin against harmful UV radiation and helped to improve overall skin quality of women.”[4]*
*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult with your doctor if you are undergoing any current treatments before consuming tea.
[3] “BMC Complementary and Alternative Medicine”: Effects of Green Tea Catechins and Theanine on Preventing Influenza Infection Among Healthcare Workers: a Randomized Controlled Trial. Matsumoto K, Yamada H, Takuma N, Niino H, Sagesaka YM.; Feb 2011
[4] “Journal of Nutrition”: Green tea polyphenols provide photoprotection, increase microcirculation, and modulate skin properties of women. Heinrich et al: Apr 27.
