Green Tea's Many Virtues

A List of Green Tea's Many Virtues, Compiled from Ancient Chinese Texts

It activates blood circulation.

It stimulates thinking and alertness.

It facilitates the elimination of alcohol and other harmful substances (fats and nicotine, for example).

It boosts the body's resistance to disease.

It improves metabolism and facilitates the supply of oxygen to vital organs.

It inhibits dental decay.

It purifies and strengthens the skin to preserve a youthful appearance.

It prevents or alleviates anemia.

It clarifies the urine and facilitates elimination.

It strengthens and brightens the eyes.

It combats the effects of summer heat.

It aids digestion.

It eases limb and joint pain.

It diminishes mucus secretion.

It alleviates fatigue and depression, and enhances of sense of well being.

Finally, for all the reasons listed above, it prolongs life.

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