Several super foods lists exist, but the one I saw had berries, fish, leafy greens, nuts, olive oil, whole grains, legumes, and tomatoes. It really isn’t hard to have at least one of those each day if I could just stay away from unhealthy foods.
It’s
easier to eat healthier in the summertime, but when winter rolls around, it
takes a little more planning. One thing I’ve always thought of as a cure-all is
green tea. I’ve stopped colds dead in their tracks with green tea. I always add
a little bit of honey for a cough or a sore throat.
I only
know that green tea works for colds because of my own experience. That didn’t
even make the list of possible benefits of drinking green tea. The long list of
benefits includes that green tea might improve brain function.
How
could that be? Apparently, tea has enough caffeine to keep you alert, but
without coffee jitters. The caffeine is paired with an amino acid L-theanine to
cross the blood-brain barrier to increase the firing of neurons. Early studies
indicate that green tea can protect your brain as you age and maybe reduce your
risk for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
According
to some studies, green tea can help you lose weight by boosting metabolism. Of
course, not all studies found the same outcome. At least it shouldn’t make you
gain weight, so that’s a plus.
The
antioxidants in green tea reduce risk for cancer. Studies have shown a lower
risk of breast cancer, prostate cancer, colorectal cancer, and other types of
cancer as well.
I told
you I consider it a cure-all. The more I read, the more I believe I might be
onto something. I’m impressed with the possibility of improving insulin
sensitivity to help diabetes, and protect my heart health by reducing the
cardiovascular disease risk factors.
Regardless
of all the health benefits of green tea, I find it relaxing to drink a cup of
tea. Relaxation is good for blood pressure. Sounds like a win-win-win.
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2 comments:
Although I don't drink green tea by itself, I really enjoy it in bubble tea. It has a nice, mellow flavor and complements the fruit and boba in the beverage.
"There are many causes of short-term memory loss. However, doctors may not always know the cause. Some causes also progress, which means that they may develop into long-term memory loss symptoms over time.
The most common short-term memory loss causes like Normal aging, Dementia, Substance use disorder, Lack of sleep. Other qually impactful causes of short term memory loss are: Illnesses that affect the brain tissue, Brain injuries and tumors, Blood clots in the brain, Brain infections, Stress etc.
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