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Green tea was originated in China.

Green tea was discovered by Emperor Shennong who is a mythical philosopher and a popular figure in the mythology of Chinese agriculture and medicine.

Green tea is one of the most healthiest beverages on earth.

Here I give you all 9 proved benefits of Green tea

1. IT MAY REDUCE THE RISK OF CANCER

Green tea is an excellent source of potent antioxidants. These antioxidants can help protect against oxidative damage.

In simple words there is something called as ‘free radicals’ that damage our tissues. It’s like rust forming on an iron. Now what these antioxidants do is they prevent that rust from forming on an iron. Similarly antioxidants help by protecting our tissues against oxidative damage.

Green tea is rich in catechin polyphenols, in particular epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which is a powerful antioxidant.

These polyphenols are very powerful and have anti cancer activities.

A study showed that EGCG enhances the effects of ginseng compounds in the inhibition of the colon cancer cell growth.

Along with that green tea also reduces the risk of cancers of breast, prostate, lung, stomach, liver and colorectal.

2. IT MAY HELP YOU LOSE WEIGHT

Green tea helps in burning fat and helps in boosting your metabolism.

Our body has different types of fats and green tea promotes breakdown of stubborn belly fat.

Green tea also reduces your appetite which will make you consume fewer calories automatically. Although this entirely depends on an individual’s appetite and still there is a conflict between studies on this topic but many studies have shown that green tea definitely helps you to lose weight.

3. RELIEVE STRESS AND ANXIETY

Have you ever noticed that when you drink green tea or herbal tea, it instantly lift your mood and has some magical calming effect on your mind?

Well, Green tea is high in L-theanine, an amino acid that might reduce anxiety. Relaxation effect is because component of green tea promotes alpha wave production.

Green tea has calming effect on your mind and has good results when it comes relieving stress, anxiety, depression and your overall mental health.

Also green tea contains much less caffeine than black tea.

A study found that students who drink green tea experiences lower level of stress than those who don’t.

4. IT MAY HELP PREVENT TYPE-2 DIABETES

Type 2 diabetes is a chronic medical condition in which sugar or glucose levels build up in your bloodstream. Type 2 diabetes develops when the body becomes resistance to insulin or when the pancreas is unable to produce enough insulin. Insulin is a hormone made by the pancreas that help you to keep your blood sugar level from getting too high or too low.

A study in Japan revealed that those people who drank green tea had lower risk of type 2 diabetes compared to normal tea drinkers.

Again the antioxidants present in green tea helps reduce the effects of insulin resistance by decreasing the digestion and absorption of carbohydrates.

We all know that people with diabetes have problems with metabolising sugar.

Green tea help sensitise cells so they are able to metabolise sugar.

5. PREVENT BAD BREATH

Many of us constantly chew flavoured sugar gums or mints to combat bad breath.

Again the abundant antioxidants in green tea helps cleanse the bacteria from your mouth which makes green tea a very good remedy for bad breath. It has antibacterial effects that reduces bacteria in the mouth that causes bad breath and gives you a refreshing feeling throughout the day.

Green tea has high levels of fluoride that prevents tooth decay and helps you to maintain good oral hygiene.

6. IT MAY HELP PREVENT CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

Drinking green tea is a good news to your heart. It reduces the risk of heart attacks.

Studies have shown that green tea may lower LDL cholesterol and triglycerides and that reduces risk of death from heart disease and stroke.

Green tea extract keeps arteries clogged-free.

Along with green tea you should also try ginger tea as it is good for your heart.

(The drawback of this research is that it was carried out in a laboratory not in real-life setting)

7. LOWERS YOUR BLOOD PRESSURE

Green tea extracts possess antioxidants and ACE-inhibitor properties.

Like I said before it has cardioprotective effect and evidence showed that it is associated with blood vessel relaxation.

Green tea consumption causes significant reduction in the systolic blood pressure.

(Although it showed no significant effects on diastolic blood pressure)

But yes it definitely helps in lowering your blood pressure and maintaining good health.

8. GOOD FOR SKIN

So now we know that green tea contains a lot of antioxidant that also fights DNA damage from ultraviolet rays and also prevent skin cancer.

It also reduces redness and it is a good hydrating mask to apply on your face.

It contains vitamin B2 and vitamin E which are important for maintaining good skin health.

Vitamin B2 plays an important role in maintaining collagen levels for good skin structure and firmness whereas vitamin E supports new skin cell growth and gives a nourished skin

So I hope in this blog you understood the possible health benefits of green tea. Now let’s get into some side effects of green tea.

SIDE EFFECTS OF GREEN TEA

In some individuals side effects of green tea are seen, so I do not want to ignore this part.

1. Drinking green tea on an empty stomach can cause an upset stomach. Green tea has polyphenols known as tannins that increase stomach acid, which further leads to stomachache, nauseous feeling, burning sensation, diarrhoea or even constipation. You must drink green tea in between meals or after a meal.

2. If you take anti-coagulant drugs I suggest you consult your doctor before taking green tea.

3. It may also cause insomnia.

4. Green tea seems to reduce the absorption of iron from food.

Also I would like to clear that there is always a conflict between whether the research or studies are proved or no but not everything needs to be proved 100% because we still see great effects on our body by consuming green tea.

Green tea has more benefits than side-effects so I would recommend that you make green tea a regular part of your life but don’t over do it. It is acceptable if you are a normal tea drinker, you can still drink green tea occasionally if you want.

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Stay Safe and Keep Your Diet Healthy ! #keepithealthy

You didn’t gain your weight in one day; you won’t lose it in one day. Be patient with yourself

– Jenna Wolfe

Hello Readers , I hope you all are doing well! So before getting into the tips on how to lose weight during quarantine, first let’s understand what are the types of fats and different ways that your gaining weight during quarantine.

HOW YOU ARE GAINING WEIGHT DURING THIS QUARANTINE

• Consuming excess of calories. Basically excess calories are stored throughout your body as fat. Your body stores this fats within specialised fat cells (adipose tissue)

• Consuming unhealthy food

• Sitting in one place for too long

• Disturbed sleep pattern

• Lack of physical activity

TIPS ON HOW TO LOSE WEIGHT DURING QUARANTINE

1. ADD PROTEIN TO YOUR DIET

You need to understand why everyone gives so much importance to proteins when it comes to losing weight, that is because by replacing fats and carbs with protein, you can reduce the hunger hormone and boost several satiety hormones. This leads to major reduction in hunger. And that’s how proteins help you lose weight.

I’ve given a list of food high in protein and easy recipes that you can consume throughout your quarantine in right quantity.

→ Non-veg:

• Boiled eggs

• Fish (tuna, salmon, herring are some healthy fish)

• Chicken salad (Preferably boneless chicken or chicken breast)

(IMPORTANT NOTE- TRY TO AVOID NON-VEG DURING THIS CORONAVIRUS OUTBREAK)

→ Veg:

• Tofu. (Healthy tofu with stir fried vegetables)

• Lentils

• Nuts (walnut, pistachios, almonds, cashews, brazil nuts) Whenever you feel hungry and crave unhealthy snacks, consume any of these to give you a feeling of fullness, that way you won’t consume unhealthy food that will add fats to your body

• Peanut butter

• Whole grains

• Yoghurt

• Vegetable salad

2. EXERCISE

Now by exercise I don’t mean that you have to exercise like an athlete. It’s fine if you don’t want to exercise like that. I understand that not everyone has the privacy to exercise in their own house + not everyone will follow everything that is written on the internet. So keeping all this points in my head I will give you the most easiest yet effective exercise that you can do in your house even after this quarantine ends.

• Skipping is an excellent way to reduce weight in the house.

• Dancing. There are so many forms of dancing like zumba, hip-hip, freestyle. Any form of dance definitely reduces your weight.

• Walking. DO NOT IGNORE THIS. Walking in your own house for 30 minutes everyday especially after your meals is easiest way to lose weight during quarantine. Do this especially after your meals because during quarantine there is lack of physical activity so people tend to sit or sleep after their meals directly which is unhealthy for your body. So walk for 30 mins and see the difference.

• Yoga. There are so many asanas you can to reduce weight and yoga improve your metabolism as well.

• Crunches to reduce belly fats

• Planks to tighten your belly

3. GET A GOOD 7-8 HOURS OF SLEEP

The reason why I’m giving so much importance to sleep during quarantine is because disturbed sleep pattern can highly affect your entire digestive system and your health. If you do not sleep well, your appetite will be affected to a great extent.

Research has shown that lack of sleep can lead to weight gain. Also, sleep deprivation reduces leptin hormone that helps to regulate energy balance by inhibiting hunger.

Over sleeping on the other hand is equally unhealthy because your missing your breakfast which is the most important part to start your day. Most of the schedules during quarantine include getting up at 1-2 pm and having breakfast at 3 pm and then skipping lunch and hoping onto your dinner. I won’t say anything but ask yourself is this healthy? Is this helpful to you anyway? And if you continue to do this same, you might wanna say Hie! to mental health problems. Let’s wish you never say hie to that buddy but incase if you get there so in advance here’s my another blog on how to reduce stress during quarantine. (Thank me later ♥)

4. PLEASE DON’T LAY DOWN AND EAT

Do you remember your parents scolding you and saying something like “Don’t lay down and eat, orelse the food will get stuck in your chest ” Well they are not completely wrong, Eating while laying down is not just adding fats to your belly but at the same time eating lying down may increase the risk of developing gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), where the stomach’s content return back up into the oesophagus through the oesophageal sphincter, that controls the passage of food from the throat to the stomach.

Eating while laying down causes weight gain because your metabolisms slows down.

Now you know why you shouldn’t lay down and eat. So don’t lay down and eat.

5. WATCH YOUR DIET

I know lockdown is making some of us feel hungry all the time. But at some point even your parents won’t allow you to eat oily unhealthy food everyday no matter how long this quarantine is. I am not telling you to stop completely, because we all know “tasty food can heal broke hearts”, but make sure that you’re not consuming excess of unhealthy deep fried grilled foods. Sounds delicious, but you have to fight your food cravings if you want to reduce weight.

Here are the few healthy food and drinks that you can have instead of processed food and fizzy drinks because trust me those processed food and drinks are really harming your pretty body.

• Roasted chana with chopped onions, tomatoes, olive oil is healthy snack item

• Nutritious Bhel. Easiest! Light! & Delicious

• Omelette

• Red Rice Noodles

• For treat you can have Jam with chapati/brown bread

• Fruits

• Coconut water

• Drink refreshing lemon and cucumber drink.

• Lemonade

I hope these tips were helpful for you all because I tried my best to write the correct and effective tips instead of jotting down the points that don’t have a proper explanation. Everything written in this blog is effective if you follow correctly. Don’t worry if you’re gaining weight this quarantine! You still look adorable.

Take care !

Stay Home

Stay Safe

And keepithealthy

“Health is not valued till sickness comes”-

Thomas Fuller

Hello Readers💕! I hope you all are doing well in this quarantine. As we all know the reason behind this quarantine is covid-19 outbreak. If you would like to know more about coronavirus outbreak read my blog https://keepithealthy.health.blog/2020/04/10/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-famous-coronavirus-outbreak/

We’re grateful that our Government, doctors, police, health experts has taken crucial steps in order to protect us from the virus so don’t you think that as an individual it’s your duty to protect yourself and your closed ones against this virus.

In this quarantine we all are have become master chefs with some great cooking skills but let’s utilise your cooking skills in creating healthy food that will improve your immune system.

In this blog I will be giving you basic and healthy food list that you can add in your diet which will help you to improve your immunity.

Let’s begin !

1. Golden Milk a.k.a Turmeric Milk (Haldi Doodh). Adding a pinch of turmeric in your plain milk will boost your immunity. Turmeric is loaded with antioxidants. It has anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, antiviral and anti- fungal properties. It also improves your memory, It’s a good source of Vitamin D.

2. Spinach a.k.a Palak is an extremely nutrient-rich vegetable. It has high levels of antioxidants. It maintains blood pressure and has anti-cancer effect. Here’s a small STIR-FRY recipe for you all. Heat chopped garlic in olive oil and add spinach leaves to it and mix well. Add salt, pepper and soya sauce any sauce of your choice. (Okay! Okay! I know that won’t taste that delicious but trust me it’s really healthy)

3. Chyawanprash. Ministry of AYUSH has recommended chyawanprash in your diet during quarantine because this helps in boosting up your immunity .I always buy Dabur Chyawanprash because I cannot trust any other brand except this. If you are interested to buy here’s the link below.

4. Eggs. Preferably boiled eggs. They help in strengthening your muscle. Eggs produces energy necessary for our body.

5. Yoga and Pranayama for at least 30 minutes. This helps you to stay active during lockdown and reduces stress levels, reduces mood swings, reduces lockdown depression and helps to stay fit and happy.

6. Ginger tea a.k.a Adrak chai. Two cups per day. It plays great role in strengthening immunity as it contains high level of antioxidants. It plays vital role in proper digestion and very beneficial in case of asthma. Helps to loosen phlegm and expands lungs.

7. Apples. They have a chemical called flavonoids and pectin. It gives your lung strength and improves your immune system.

8. Kadha. Kadha is an ancient ayurvedic remedy that is know for fighting symptoms of flu. It helps in strengthening your immunity and fight seasons infections.

9. Kadipatta leaves. Consume 5-6 kadipatta leaves in the morning and then have warm water. These leaves contains Vitamin A and C and contains antiviral, anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial and anti-oxidative properties that helps in reducing the symptoms of congestion,sinusitis, productive cough and cold.

10. Vegetable Soup. It’s like all in one. It’s tasty, delish and at the same time healthy as it contains maximum veggies which are great for your health.

Thank you all for reading this. I hope this was helpful! Stay fit and keepithealthy 💕