From Book Cover:
Since ancient times, green tea has been recognized as a powerful
healer. In modern times, scientific studies have confirmed many of
these traditionally held beliefs. Naturally occurring chemical
compounds call polyphenols - Found in abundance in green tea - have
been found to be among the most effective of the antioxidants. And it
is this important group of phytochemicals that has been identified as
contributing to the prevention of cancer and heart disease, as well as
having a wide variety of other healing abilities. Here, in The Green Tea Book, is a clear guide to understanding why green tea works, and how you can use it for both good health and great taste.
The Green Tea Book
begins by exploring the exciting scientific research that supports this
amazing beverage's properties. It then focuses on green tea's long and
rich history, from its centuries-old place of honor in Asian cultures
to its growing use in the West. The book goes on to examine the
individual benefits green tea offers - its use as an antioxidant in the
prevention of cancer, heart disease, and stroke; its ability to promote
longevity; its use as a digestive aid; its many benefits to women's
health; and its role in fighting cavities and gingivitis. It even
provides a practical section on choosing, brewing, and storing teas
year-round.
If
you have ever wondered why you should switch to green tea, you will
find all the reasons you need in this one book. Healing and delicious,
green tea is the perfect beverage to sip along with your biscotti, to
warm yourself with on a cold winter's night, or to use as a healthful
addition to your diet.
(Publisher's Remainder Savings - May have a small, unobtrusive mark not interfering with text or illustrations)
Author(s): Lester A. Mitscher, Ph.D. and Victoria Dolby
Item Number: 9780895298072