It’s official — green tea is not only a refreshing drink, but it’s also good for you. It has many health-giving properties and is a great way to defend yourself against a hangover.

For centuries China has praised the benefits of its native plant, and tea drinking has played an integral part in Eastern cultures — not only in China, but also in India and Japan. Today we are discovering what all the fuss was about. Research shows that regular tea drinking promotes healthy bones, skin and teeth, while its vital compounds give protection against serious diseases such as cancer and diabetes. This is particularly true for green tea, which is packed with health-giving flavonoids as well as vitamins and minerals. Its caffeine content is also negligible.

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Powerful properties

Green tea is a potent antioxidant with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also an immunity booster and helps keep you fighting fit so that your body is better able to process harmful substances. It has a cooling, cleansing action on your body and drinking it after you’ve over-indulged will help your system deal with the toxic overload while soothing any gastric upsets. It also has a head-clearing effect and will help you focus on the day ahead.

There are many varieties of green tea to choose from. Take your pick from Chinese green jasmine, Japanese bancha or sencha, or a green Assam or Darjeeling from India. Look out for and experiment with new green teas as they come onto the market and decide which ones you like best. The secret of a successful green tea brew is to let the water cool off for about five minutes after boiling before pouring it onto the tea and then leaving the tea to steep for about a minute. As a preventative measure, drink two or three cups of green tea a day; for a hangover, drink as much as you can.

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