Green Tea is extracted from the leaves and buds of Camellia Sinensis without withering or oxidation process, originated from China in the 1st millennium BC and spread to East Asian countries.
What Is Green Tea?
Green tea, along with black tea and oolong tea are extracted from Camellia Sinensis but vary in the preparation methods. To obtain Green Tea, leaves from the plant are steamed, pan fried and dried without fermentation while Black Tea is fermented leaves and Oolong tea is partially fermented leaves.
Green tea and its extract are promoted as dietary supplements that help in losing weight, reducing blood cholesterol.
Green tea due to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory nature promotes hair growth, reduces hair loss by soothing the scalp. For skin too it showers its wonders by fighting acne, reduces inflammation and controls excess oil secretion.
Benefits Of Green Tea For Skin & Hair
Benefits of topical application of Green Tea for skin
- Fights with acne causing bacteria
- Improves skin elasticity
- Minimize skin redness, swelling, irritation
- Premature aging symptoms
- Lightens pigmentation
- Stimulates hair follicles and promotes hair growth
- Lowers hair thinning and strengthens hair
- Reduces breakage and split ends
How Many Cups Of Green Tea Per Day Are Safe?
In general,
- 2-3 cups i.e., 240 ML to 320 ML per cup as it provides enough antioxidants for general health for a day.
- People sensitive to caffeine should stick to 1-2 cups as daily caffeine consumption must be 300-400 mg.
