Green Tea Blends - By: Andrea C Watkins

Green tea blends are a great alternative to black tea and have many benefits compared to those. Here we will look at why green tea blends are such a great drink and why you should consider purchasing some yourself.

Variation

There are such a vast range of green tea blends that there is something for almost every taste and every person. When you are in different moods then often you will want different kinds of drinks and this is something that normal black tea or coffee can't really cater for. If you get green tea however then you can choose from many different flavors such as apple or blackcurrent, or you can get camomile tea which is great for if you are feeling unwell, or you can get green tea with no caffeine which is perfect for before bed or for if caffeine makes you jittery... If you want to be really creative then it's even possible to make your own green tea blends. This way you can create a green tea that is highly healthy for specific needs, or that is the exact flavor you enjoy. And then you get the joy of being able to introduce people to your home made brand of tea blend...

Health

Green tea is highly healthy and very good for you. The most obvious way in which it's healthy for you is in the fact that it's rich in antioxidants and this then means that your cells live for longer, you reduce the visible signs of aging and you fight off cancer better. This is also true of black tea, but not to the same extent. Green tea can also help to improve your health in a range of other ways depending on which other ingredients you include in your blend.

If you do decide to have green tea blends that include caffeine then this can also help you to improve your health more. For instance caffeine will of course help you to wake up and feel more energetic and that is why it's so popular first thing in the morning. At the same time though it is also a great thermogenic meaning that it will help you to burn fat and can be useful for weight loss. If you want to be more switched on and alert but don't want to drink too much caffeine then green tea blends with mint in are almost as good and have been shown to improve cognitive performance. Meanwhile the warmth of the tea can also help to act as a thermogenic and it will encourage your body to regulate its internal temperature better.

Other studies have suggested that green tea reduces the chances of stroke and artery disease. It may also be useful for lowering cholesterol.

Calming

The great thing about a hot drink is that it is very relaxing and calming and it is also great in social situations. With green tea you can join in in enjoying drinks with friends and family without always having to drink caffeine.

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Depending on the taste and affect you like, there are lots of different green tea blends to choose from. You can often even get sample packs for cheap from good tea stores.

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