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Did you know Green Tea is the second most consumed beverage in Asian
countries after water? Green tea originated in China and is manufactured from
the plant Camellia sinensis and has been consumed for over 5000 years. Only
recently has green tea become popular in the westernised countries and the
health benefits known. It is believed the catechins and caffeine content in
green tea is responsible for the enhanced energy metabolism, resulting in fat
loss.
 
Due to the prevalence of obesity and this growing epidemic, additional research is needed to find
alternative methods for assisting in weight loss. Most individuals can agree they have tried dieting
and conventional medication in an attempt of losing weight without any long term success. Thus,
it is appealing to consumers to try a natural alternative which is safer than prescription drugs in
the hope to keep the weight off long term.
 

The Direct Link to Fat Burn

Green tea contains a potent blend of phenolic compounds including epicatechin-3-gallate,
epigallocatechin, epicatechin, and epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG). These powerful antioxidants
protect the cells against free radical damage and other health benefits include cardiovascular
disease coronary heart disease, stroke, cancer and protection against neurodegenerative
diseases.
 
A trial study using rodents and tea catechins noted an increase in fat oxidation and reduced
dietary fat induced weight gain (Murase et al 2002). Further, a study conducted with humans
using green tea extract which contained a mixture of catechin polyphenols and caffeine
enhanced 24-hour energy expenditure and increased ratio of fat: carbohydrate oxidation (Dulloo English
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et al 1999). The enhanced fat oxidation and energy expenditure is not credited to the caffeine
content as a mixture with an equivalent caffeine content without the polyphenols, does not offer
the same powerful thermogenic effect within the body.
 
For positive weight management, green tea products must contain EGCG and caffeine within the
following range: 126 to 300 mg EGCG and 75 to 150 mg caffeine, with an EGCG: caffeine ratio of
1.8:1 to 4:1 per day (NHPD 2009). According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, 3 cups
of green tea daily will show positive fat burning benefits.
 
It is essential to make positive adjustments to eating habits and physical activity for positive fat
loss results. Research indicates losing 5%-10% of body weight is sufficient for beneficial effects on
cardiovascular disease and other obesity related health conditions.
 

Other Health Benefits

Reduces inflammation in arthritic patients
Contains small amounts of caffeine which enhances mental alertness
Contains calming and curative properties due to the presence of the amino acid L-theanine
Possesses antioxidant properties which are beneficial for cancer prevention
Exhibit’s a protective effect against human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection
Provides protection against ultraviolet induced skin carcinogenesis and skin protection against
UV radiation

(Cooper, Morre, M-Morre 2005)

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Warm Regards
 
F45 Challenge Nutrition Team
 
 
References
 
Murase T, Nagasawa A, Suzuki J, Hase T, Tokimitsu I. Beneficial effects of tea catechins on diet-
induced obesity: stimulation of lipid catabolism in the liver. Int J Obes Relat Metab
Disord. 2002;26:1459–64.
 
 
Dulloo AG, Duret C, Rohrer D, Girardier L, Mensi N, Fathi M, Chantre P, Vandermander J. Efficacy
of a green tea extract rich in catechin polyphenols and caffeine in increasing 24-h energy
expenditure and fat oxidation in humans. Am J Clin Nutr.1999;70:1040–5
 
NHPD 2009 Natural Health Products Directorate. Compendium of Monographs: green tea, 2009.
www.hc-sc.gc.ca/dhpmps/prodnatur/applications/licen-prod/monograph/indexeng.php. (accessed
14 November 2012).
 
Cooper R, Morre J, Morre M Medicinal Benefits of Green Tea: Part I. Review of Noncancer Health
Benefits. The Journal of Alternative and Commentary Medicine. 2005; pp. 521–528
 
 
 
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