Control type 2 diabetes with green tea, an ancient ally of health

That green tea has many benefits for the body and skin, many people already know. However, a major benefit is unknown among their consumers, which is the glucose control.

The benefits of the secret lies in the substances that prevent premature aging of body cells and promotes also important metabolic benefits for patients with type 2 diabetes.

Green tea is a drink rich in polyphenols, which also contains catechin, a family of phytonutrient polyphenols, antioxidant substance; flavonoid, which has vascular action; caffeine, which helps improve the cognitive part and heart, as well as vitamins B, C and K.

Green tea can be added in the patient’s diet as a natural dietary supplement. The ideal is to drink two to three cups of green tea a day.

References:

Liu, K., Zhou, R., Wang, B., Chen, K., Shi, L., Zhu, J., Mi, M. Effect of green tea on glucose control and insulin sensitivity: a meta-analysis of 17 randomized controlled trials. Am J Clin Nutr August 2013. 

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