| The Power Of Green Tea |
| Written by Aoife Joyce | |
| Sunday, 13 December 2009 09:56 | |
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Did you know that Green Tea has been named 'The Skin Tea'? It has been so named due to properties it holds that can do wonders for your skin. Is clear, youthful, invigorated skin something you could live with? Then do read on and you will discover just how "in the tea leaves" your skins future is!
Did you know that Green Tea has been named 'The Skin Tea'? It has been so named due to properties it holds that can do wonders for your skin. Is clear, youthful, invigorated skin something you could live with? Then do read on and you will discover just how "in the tea leaves" your skins future is! Green Tea originates from China and dates back as far as 4,000 years ago. It is made from the dried leaves of the pretty plant that is Camellia Sinensis, a perennial evergreen shrub. The tea leaves are dried out using steam, which prevents destruction of the hugely important antioxidants found in this 'skin tea'. These antioxidants are scientifically known as catechin polyphenols, the main catechin being in short terms EGCG. This EGCG takes prevalence over the rest as it has such vast effects on the body's health as a whole. Your skins cells have a lifecycle of just 28 days. It takes approximately 20 of those days for the new cells, created from stem cells, to reach the very surface of the skin, known as the epidermis. Shortly after reaching the surface of the skin, they lay there and are ready to die. However, amazingly, it has been shown that EGCG has reacted with these 'dying' cells and prompted them to begin renewing themselves. Knowing this amazing fact, it makes sense to assume that if the skins dying cells can re- divide and renew themselves, the skin will benefit hugely in look and feel. Due to this discovery Green Tea, has been given another powerful nickname, the 'fountain of youth'. A study released by Stanford University recently said that, via a volunteer group of Green Tea drinkers, the presence of EGCG in the tea verifies a diminished red vein look, reduction in pore sizes and refined skin. It also showed that EGCG can prevent the release of Histamine, which in turn lowers the skins sensitivity levels. This can have a diminishing effect on the presence of Acne Rosacea. Top 4 Extra Facts You Need To Know Harvard Medical School announced that "in test tubes, catechins (antioxidants) are more powerful than Vitamin C and E in halting oxidative damage to cell". In numerical terms, EGCG can massively be 100 times more assisting to you than Vitamin C and 25 times more helpful than Vitamin E. One cup of Green Tea produces 10-40mg of catechins, which has a greater antioxidant effect than a serving of broccoli, spinach, carrots and even strawberries. Free Radicals are said to be 'unpaired' electrons that have the ability of damaging cells membranes .In saying this, it has been shown that EGCG holds the power of killing these Free Radicals. Therefore these superb antioxidants can assist with UV radiation protection, by eating up any UV radicals that enter the skin. This information is very attractive considering that 90% of the skins anti-aging signs are caused by UV rays. Riboflavin, being one of the Vitamin B's, can also be found in Green Tea and is responsible for repairing and protecting the cells of skin, hair and nails. It is easy to see why, from the above information, Green Tea has been classed 'The Skin Tea'. There seems to be no limit to the good it can do for you. As well as its immaculate collection of powerful ingredients, it has the most vibrantly refreshing taste. Add to your cup some freshly squeezed lemon juice and this boosts its anti cancer properties for you as well. About the Author: If you are as eager as myself to learn so much more about Green Tea, this extraordinary skin tea, and its multiple health benefits, click here learn how to make your own Chemical Free Green Teas!
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