Green tea has gone from an exotic beverage to one of the most popular weight loss ingredients. A green tea catechin called epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), when combined with caffeine, was shown to boost metabolism beyond that of caffeine alone. EGCG is also a powerful antioxidant that may induce abnormal cells to die (apoptosis) before they wreak their havoc.*
Rich in flavanol antioxidants, green tea may also slow carbohydrate absorption and increase fat burning by improving the function of insulin. Research has investigated green tea's beneficial effects on prostate, immune and gut health.*
