To Make The Most Of Green Tea’s Benefits Brew With Bottled Water

To Make The Most Of Green Tea’s Benefits Brew With Bottled Water

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Today is the day the experts say most people bail out on their New Year's Resolutions. 17 days and done.  See ya!

But if you are persevering in your resolve to be healthier, chances are you are drinking Green Tea and if not, maybe you should be!  Look what pops up when you do a google search for Green Tea.
"Green tea is the healthiest beverage on the planet. It is loaded with antioxidants and nutrients that have powerful effects on the body. These include improved brain function, fat loss, a lower risk of cancer and many other impressive benefits. Below are 10 health benefits of green tea that are supported by studies.Jan 17, 2018"

 Green Tea

10 Proven Benefits of Green Tea - Healthline

17 Incredible Health Benefits Of Green Tea - Sunsafe Rx

10 Reasons to Drink Green Tea - Dr. Weil's Healthy Kitchen
You get the idea.  There is a lot of support for the value of green tea BUT if you want to get the most out relief out of the leaves, it matters how you make your tea.
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Cornell University researchers say the natural antioxidants found in green tea EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate) has shown to benefit brain and heart health in a variety of studies. Their research showed levels of EGCG were "drastically reduced" in green teas brewed with tap water because levels of calcium, magnesium and iron are higher in tap water.
The conclusion is to use bottled water extract the maximum amount of EGCG most efficiently.
The Daily Mail reports that purer bottled water does affect taste so, " If you're drinking green tea for the taste,you'll want to use tap water as it ends up lending the tea a sweeter taste."

 

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