Green tea comes from the same plant as black tea, but it is processed differently. Consumed by the Chinese and Japanese for many thousands of years, green tea has a reputation as being "health in a cup". Among its reported health benefits:

• Green tea has very impressive levels of antioxidants. One cup of green tea has the same amount of antioxidants as a half-cup serving of broccoli, carrots or spinach. Antioxidants have a role in preventing cancer, heart disease, Alzheimer's and arthritis. For a good explanation of what antioxidants are and how they work click HERE.
  
• Some of the ingredients in green tea may play a role in helping to regulate blood sugar levels.
  
• Green tea does have caffeine, about half the amount in a cup of tea as in a cup of coffee.
  
• For more information: Green Tea: The Natural Secret for a Healthier Life by Nadine Taylor.