Today's Tip: Benefits of Green Tea

So what's all the hype about Green Tea & what makes it so special?

Well first, it's very high in catechin polyphenols (EGCG), or in layman's terms, an extremely powerful antioxidant. It not only inhibits the growth of cancer cells, it actually has the ability to kill cancer cells without harming healthy tissue. EGCG has also been found to be extremely powerful in the prevention of heart disease and assists in keeping cholesterol levels healthy.

And then there are the weight loss theories....

Many doctors and studies have confirmed the incredible power of green tea when it comes to weight loss - one doctor noted that green tea can increase your daily fat burning rate by 43%. This can be attributed to much more than just its caffeine content...the catechins in green tea help drive your body to burn fat as its energy source. Green tea has also been shown to cause carbohydrates to be released slowly, preventing rises in blood-insulin levels and keeping the body at an ideal blood sugar balance for fat burning.

Diet & exercise are the main drivers for achieving a healthy weight. Green tea isn't a magic potion, but adding it to your diet is just one more positive change you can make in your fitness journey!