For centuries, Tea has been used for medicinal purposes in almost all major cultures and communities, and many still savour the drink even today – Thanks to undying spirit of tea-lovers. But, one form of this beverage sought the medicinal heights in almost all sub-continents very recently, its none other than GREEN Tea
Backed by numerous scientific studies, green tea today has several health benefits, and this article plans to cover all conclusive evidence of green teas health benefits to men.
Green tea has loads of Polyphenols (One of the Richest source of Antioxidants)
Being an extra ordinary source of anti-oxidants, Polyphenols is present heavily in green tea. This form of antioxidant go on to help your immune system in a several ways by fighting the free radicals in the body. Free radicals are the reason behind oxidation within our body and that leads to aging. In Men, especially – free radicals cause numerous ailments which impact stamina. Green tea takes care of these free radical formation in men and provides an anti-aging factor in the long run.
Beneficial effects of green tea: A literature review
Scientific Paper link 01: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2855614/
Green tea fights Infertility in Men
Infertility in men may be tied to having an excess of free radicals within the body. While there has not been any major specific studies that proves green tea increases fertility in men, but there are evidence that an increase in antioxidants will help boost the virility factor in men.
Therapeutic Role of Green Tea Polyphenols in Improving Fertility: A Review
Scientific Paper link 02: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6073549/
Green Tea reduces Risk of Prostate Cancer in Men
Older men tend to have high risk of prostate cancer. Studies show that green tea may help prevent this specific type of cancer. It also to some extent helps the immune system to ward off the prostate cancer. A study done by American Journal of Epidemology found that men who consume green tea regularly had almost 50% lesser chance of prostate cancer.
Green Tea Consumption and Prostate Cancer Risk in Japanese Men: A Prospective Study
Scientific Paper link 03: https://academic.oup.com/aje/article/167/1/71/185454
Scientific Paper link 04: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6337309/
Green Tea aids Weight loss in Men
Firstly, with a bit of caffeine element in green tea, it improves the metabolism rates within men. Secondly, it is a very low calorie drink that can be flavoured to your tastebuds need, thus replacing your daily high sugar morning and evening coffee. Finally studies show that green tea increase the rate of fat oxidation in men – which means it helps men to burn fat faster when you regularly drink one.
A Review on the Weight-Loss Effects of Oxidized Tea Polyphenols
Scientific Paper link 05: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6099746/
L-Theanine in Green tea helps men to gain mental sharpness
As highlighted earlier, green tea is a source of caffeine, and caffeine along with a combination of L-Theanine may improve brain function and can keep you mentally alert and sharp.
Green tea effects on cognition, mood and human brain function: A systematic review.
Scientific Paper link 06: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/28899506
Green Tea Improves Cardio vascular health in Men
Decaffeinated green tea has proven to reduce cholesterol & triglyceride concentrations in blood in one study, while another highlighted that drinking several cups of green tea every couple of days reduced chances of stroke by almost 50 percent. Experts believe that the antioxidants abundantly present in green tea improve the flexibility of blood vessels, making them less likely to become blocked.
Green Tea Catechins and Cardiovascular Health: An Update
Scientific Paper Link 07: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2748751/
Green Tea has Anti-aging Booster that helps Men
In Chinese culture, green tea has been majorly pushed for its anti-aging benefits. Being called as Elixir of Youth, green tea and its anti-oxidants may help your skin by adding a protection from UV radiation. Although not backed by any study, green tea has been more less been given this tag of reversing age factor for few decades now.
Green Tea Extract Suppresses the Age-Related Increase in Collagen Cross-linking
Scientific Paper Link 08: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3561737/
Polyphenols in Green tea – Slows down Hair loss
Genetically men are prone to baldness more than women. Polyphenols mentioned above also inhibits stress hormones and significantly slows down hair loss in lab rodents.
The effects of GREEN tea polyphenolic compounds on hair loss among rodents.
Scientific Paper Link 09: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2569505/
Green Tea lowers risk of Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s Disease
Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s disease are the most common neuron-degenerative disease affecting in human beings. It involves in the rejection of dopamine producing neurons in the brain leading to dementia.
Several studies point that the catechin compounds in green tea can have shielding effects on neurons potentially lowering the risk of Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s disease.
Green Tea Intake and Risks for Dementia, Alzheimer’s Disease, Mild Cognitive Impairment, and Cognitive Impairment: A Systematic Review
Scientific Paper link 10: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6567241/
Green Tea improves Dental hygiene by killing unwanted bacteria’s
Several international studies point to a fact that catechin can kill bacteria & inhibit viruses (like influenza virus), potentially reducing the risk. Streptococcus is one of the harmful bacteria in the mouth that causes plaque and contributes to cavities. Studies show that the catechins in green tea can inhibit the growth of Streptococcus thus inturn reduces bad breath
Green tea: A boon for periodontal and general health
Scientific Paper Link 11: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3459493/
Green Tea lowers risk of Type-2 Diabetes in Men
Type-2 diabetes is a condition that has reached pandemic proportions in the past few years and now affect millions worldwide. This disease involves having elevated blood sugar levels with respect to the unhealthy absense of insulin resistance or an inability to produce insulin. One study in Japanese individuals found that those who drank the most green tea had a 42% lower risk of developing type-2 diabetes
The effects of green tea consumption on metabolic and anthropometric indices in patients with Type 2 diabetes
Scientific Paper Link 12: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3908530/
