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green tea, an herb that grows as a native shrub in Asia. uses It is used to prevent cancer and heart disease, for hypercholesterolemia, and as an antidiarrheal. It is effective as an antidiarrheal, and there is some epidemiologic evidence of efficacy related to its other uses. contraindications It is contraindicated in those with known hypersensitivity to this product and in those with kidney inflammation, GI ulcers, insomnia, cardiovascular disease, and increased intraocular pressure. green tea, n Latin name: Camellia sinensis; part used: leaves (dried, unfermented); uses: antibacterial, anticancer, antilipidemic, antioxidant, diuretic, gum disease; precautions: patients with sensitivity to caffeine, kidney disease, or heart disease, or who are taking anticoagulant medications. Also called matsucha. green tea How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| Commercial preparations such as the bottled green teas found in the United States and green tea-flavored gum, bread, candy, ice cream, and desserts found in Asia have very low levels of polyphenols. ``Tea, especially green teas, have high antioxidant levels which can help prevent a number of chronic diseases including cardiovascular disease and heart disease,'' Fajardo said. According to Campbell, very few drinks exceed the health benefits of loose-leaf tea: black teas have properties that lower cholesterol; oolong teas are good for treating diabetes and reducing blood sugar, green teas aid in fighting cancer, and white teas improve complexion. |
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