Cup of Tea

Tip Of The Day: Drink a cup of green tea everyday

Why?

1. Increases Metabolism (Polyphenol in green tea works to intensify levels of fat oxidation and the rate at which your body turns food into calories)

2. Helps improve good cholesterol to bad cholesterol.

3. Thought to help reduce high blood pressure.

4. Makes you feel good (Theanine, which is a relaxing amino acid found in tea leaves)

5. Good for you teeth and throat (Studies show that “catechin," the antioxidebt found in tea can destroy bacteria and viruses that cause throat infections and dental conditions.

6. Great Skin (apparenty helps with wrinkles and signs of aging. Human studies have demonstrated that green tea applied topically can reduce sun damage)

7. Diabetes (Helps regulate glucose levels slowing the rise of blood sugar after eating. This can prevent high insulin spikes and resulting fat storage)

8. Heart Disease (Scientists think, green tea works on the lining of blood vessels, keeping them relaxed and better able to withstand changes in blood pressure. It can also shield against the formation of clots)

I think that information is enough to want to drink some tea every morning. Just think about what you put in your body. I like to be a nerd and research this type of stuff. It's amazing what benefits you can find in the food you eat. Have an awesome Tuesday Fit Fam! COMMENT, E-MAIL, SHARE & FOLLOW

I got this awesome info. From lifehack.org written by Ciara Conlon check it out to read some more fun facts.