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Green Tea Battles Arthritis
Antioxidants found in green tea may reduce the severity and even prevent symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, a new study suggests. The antioxidants, called polyphenols, appear to possess more antioxidant potency than some vitamins. Researchers also point out there is anecdotal evidence suggesting that people living in India, China and Japan -- where green tea consumption is high -- have lower rates of rheumatoid arthritis.
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More Evidence on Green Tea
A new study by a team of Swedish researchers adds support to the growing body of evidence that green tea contains compounds that fight cancer. Drs. Yihai Cao and Renhai Cao of the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm found green tea contains a compound called epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), which helps inhibit blood vessel growth. This could be useful in preventing tumors from forming new blood vessels, which they need to survive. In a study on mice, the researchers also found animals fed green tea showed a 55-percent to 70-percent reduction in blood vessel development in the cornea of the eye, a finding that could prove helpful to diabetics suffering from retinopathy, researchers say. Other studies have shown EGCG blocked an enzyme needed for cancer cell growth and kept cells from becoming cancerous without harming surrounding healthy cells. The researchers point out heavy consumption of green tea may not be beneficial for women who are pregnant or for people recovering from wounds, conditions that both require blood vessel development.
Green Tea Battles Arthritis
Antioxidants found in green tea may reduce the severity and even prevent symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, a new study suggests. The antioxidants, called polyphenols, appear to possess more antioxidant potency than some vitamins. Researchers also point out there is anecdotal evidence suggesting that people living in India, China and Japan -- where green tea consumption is high -- have lower rates of rheumatoid arthritis.
Green tea polyphenols applied to human skin prevent ultraviolet light-induced damage, according to a new study.
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Green Tea, is abundantly grown in the foothills of the mighty Himalayas. This belt grows the best teas in the world. Scientists from Japan Cancer Institute have been successful in identifying a substance in Green Tea called Catechins or Polyphenols, which act as strong antioxidants. They are in a position to clinically establish the old adage that "tea is a miraculous medicine for the mantainance of health". Catechins remain unchanged in Green Tea as leaves are merely steamed, rolled and dried as opposed to black tea which is fermented.
Green tea polyphenols applied to human skin prevent ultraviolet light-induced damage, according to a new study.
A study of over 3,400 adults in Saudi Arabia--a country of tea-lovers--found that those who drank more than 6 cups per day of the brown beverage had a more than 50% lower risk of coronary heart disease compared to tea abstainers, even after adjusting for other factors such as smoking, diet and obesity.
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What is Green Tea and how is it made ?
The tea is a product of a plant known as C. sinensis, a native of Southeast Asia. The tea brewed from the dried leaves of this plant has been drunk in China since perhaps the 28th century BC. It was first brought to Europe by the Dutch in the early 17th century AD. Leaf buds and young leaves are used in making tea, the age of the leaves determining the taste and name of the particular commercial variety. After picking, the leaves either are dried immediately and completely to produce green teas, or are partially dried and then allowed to ferment to produce various kinds of black teas. After being sorted, all grades of tea are packed in foil-lined chests to prevent the absorption of unpleasant odors or the loss of aroma during shipment. In China, tea is sometimes allowed to absorb the scent from various flowers particularly Jasmine.
Tea is an aromatic stimulant, containing various polyphenols, essential oils, and caffeine. The concentration of caffeine in tea ranges from 2.5 to 4.5 percent, in contrast to an average concentration of about 1.5 percent in coffee.
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What is good in Tomatoes ?
Tomatoes are rich in calcium, potassium and phosphorus. Potassium content of tomatoes is very high.
They are rich in beta carotene which is very useful for the eyes.
They are also good source of vitamin C.
Redness of the tomatoes is due to a pigment lycopene and the phytochemicals carotenoids. Lycopene is an antioxidant that has ability to fight cancer. During the ripening stage the chlorophyll of the green tomatoes is converted to limonene and thus the tomatoes are turned red.
Tomatoes have more than 200 volatile compounds.
Tomatoes are low calorie fruit which provides adequate nutrients.
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Coconut-Cream Clouds Ingredients
8 ounces cream cheese -- softened , 1 teaspoon vanilla extract , 3/4 cup coconut snow , 1/4 cup cream of coconut , 2 tablespoons lemon juice , 2 cups whipping cream , fresh fruit for garnish, such as , strawberries or kiwi fruit , toasted coconut (optional)
1. In large bowl of electric mixer or food processor fitted with steel blade, beat together cream cheese and vanilla. , 2. Beat in coconut snow, cream of coconut (stir well before adding), and lemon juice. , 3. In another bowl, whip cream until it forms soft peaks. Fold into cream cheese mixture. , 4. Divide mixture among 6 to 8 souffle dishes, dessert cups, stemmed glasses, or charlotte molds. Refrigerate 1 hour or longer. , 5. Garnish with fresh fruit, and toasted coconut, if desired. , Serves 6 to 8. , * Timesaver Tip: Dessert can be made up to a day ahead.
1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. In a medium bowl beat together eggs and vanilla. Add Cookie Mix; beat with electric mixer until smooth. Stir in macadamia nuts and coconut by hand. , 2. Drop tablespoonfuls of batter onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until golden brown (8 to 12 minutes). Remove cookies to a wire rack to cool. , Makes 4 dozen cookies. , Note: If macadamia nuts are salted, blanch in boiling water to cover for 30 seconds, to remove salt. Rinse under cold running water and chop coarsely. Transfer to baking sheet and toast in a 325 degrees F oven until golden brown. Set aside to cool. If nuts are unsalted, just chop and toast.
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Citrus-Scented Fillets en Papillote Ingredients
4 skinless, thin, lean white fish fillets , salt and white pepper to taste , 2 tablespoons butter or margarine , 1 large orange , 1 large lemon , 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives or green onion
1. Cut 4 pieces of parchment paper or foil into rough heart shapes measuring about 12 inches long and 10 inches at widest point. Paper must be at least 3 inches longer than fish. , 2. Butter paper. Rinse fillets; pat dry with paper towels. Season with salt and pepper. Place 1 fillet on right side of each heart, thickest end of fillet toward rounded edge of heart. , 3. Cut orange and lemon in halves. For each fruit, use the grated rind and juice of one half and cut the other half into wedges for garnish. , 4. In a small dish, melt butter in microwave oven on 100% power for 30 seconds. Stir grated rinds and juices into melted butter. Drizzle butter mixture over fillets and sprinkle with chives. , 5. Fold left half of each heart over fish, matching edges. Starting at top of heart, seal packets by folding edge in 2 or 3 narrow folds. Twist tip of heart to hold case closed. , 6. Place papillotes in microwave oven in a spoke pattern, with twisted tips pointing inward. Microwave on 100% power 5 minutes. , 7. To se
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