Showing posts with label tea. Show all posts
Showing posts with label tea. Show all posts
Friday, March 13, 2015
Green Tea Extract May Protect Against Sleep Apnea
Do you snore loudly? Do you frequently toss-and-turn in bed because you feel like you cant breathe very well? Do you often wake-up, after a full-nights sleep, feeling tired and "foggy" headed? Are you overweight and/or out-of-shape?
If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you may suffer from sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a condition where you stop breathing, for short periods, during your normal sleep cycle.
This is obviously a very bad thing. And, since this can be a chronic (long-term) problem ... the health consequences can be very dire indeed. But dont despair, there are some natural options that just might help.
What does green tea have to do with Sleep Apnea?
Green tea is a powerful antioxidant and anti inflammatory agent.
People who suffer from sleep apnea often show signs of increased oxidative-stress and high-levels of inflammation. Both of these symptoms are considered to be health-risks.
Another common problem, in those with sleep apnea, is poor mental functioning. If you cant sleep well and your brain is deprived of oxygen ... damage occurs, to your brain, and it just doesnt work very well. And, these effects will likely worsen the longer you suffer from this condition ... unless you do something about it.
In this study, the researchers used a rat-model, to try and determine if green tea could help protect from the damaging effects of oxygen-deprivation.
How exactly did they do that?
The researchers first provided one group of rats with green tea supplemented water and another group with just plain water.
All the rats were exposed to a laboratory-model of sleep apnea (referred to as intermittent hypoxia).
After the induced sleep apnea, researchers took measurements of several markers of oxidative-stress and inflammation. They also put the rats through a "water maze" test. A "water maze" is a test that helps to establish how mentally-sharp the rats are.
What were the results of the testing?
The rats that received the green tea infused water were protected from some of the brain-damaging effects of oxygen deprivation. The researchers believe the protection occurred because of the antioxidant effects of the green tea.
The group of rats that received water-only suffered the expected brain-dysfunction.
Whats the take-home message of this study?
Green tea isnt a cure for sleep apnea but it may be able to offer some protection until you can find a real solution.
Please keep in mind that green tea does contain a small amount of natural caffeine. If youre caffeine-sensitive, you may wish to consume green tea earlier in the day.
You can learn more about green tea here:
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=146
Want to see the actual study Ive been commenting on? Great! Check it out.
http://ajrccm.atsjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/177/10/1135
What is a real solution for sleep apnea?
If youre overweight, even just slightly overweight, lose those extra pounds. If you do it in a healthful way - a healthy diet and regular exercise ... your sleep apnea may just be lost as well.
The Vitamin Tutor
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If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, you may suffer from sleep apnea. Sleep apnea is a condition where you stop breathing, for short periods, during your normal sleep cycle.
This is obviously a very bad thing. And, since this can be a chronic (long-term) problem ... the health consequences can be very dire indeed. But dont despair, there are some natural options that just might help.
What does green tea have to do with Sleep Apnea?
Green tea is a powerful antioxidant and anti inflammatory agent.
People who suffer from sleep apnea often show signs of increased oxidative-stress and high-levels of inflammation. Both of these symptoms are considered to be health-risks.
Another common problem, in those with sleep apnea, is poor mental functioning. If you cant sleep well and your brain is deprived of oxygen ... damage occurs, to your brain, and it just doesnt work very well. And, these effects will likely worsen the longer you suffer from this condition ... unless you do something about it.
In this study, the researchers used a rat-model, to try and determine if green tea could help protect from the damaging effects of oxygen-deprivation.
How exactly did they do that?
The researchers first provided one group of rats with green tea supplemented water and another group with just plain water.
All the rats were exposed to a laboratory-model of sleep apnea (referred to as intermittent hypoxia).
After the induced sleep apnea, researchers took measurements of several markers of oxidative-stress and inflammation. They also put the rats through a "water maze" test. A "water maze" is a test that helps to establish how mentally-sharp the rats are.
What were the results of the testing?
The rats that received the green tea infused water were protected from some of the brain-damaging effects of oxygen deprivation. The researchers believe the protection occurred because of the antioxidant effects of the green tea.
The group of rats that received water-only suffered the expected brain-dysfunction.
Whats the take-home message of this study?
Green tea isnt a cure for sleep apnea but it may be able to offer some protection until you can find a real solution.
Please keep in mind that green tea does contain a small amount of natural caffeine. If youre caffeine-sensitive, you may wish to consume green tea earlier in the day.
You can learn more about green tea here:
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=146
Want to see the actual study Ive been commenting on? Great! Check it out.
http://ajrccm.atsjournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/177/10/1135
What is a real solution for sleep apnea?
If youre overweight, even just slightly overweight, lose those extra pounds. If you do it in a healthful way - a healthy diet and regular exercise ... your sleep apnea may just be lost as well.
The Vitamin Tutor
Wednesday, March 11, 2015
5 types of tea and their useful properties
Tea - a drink that every day many of us use . Common for all types of tea is the content of antioxidants that fight free radicals . They accumulate in large quantities, they suppress the immune system which leads to the development of chronic diseases and aging of the organism . There are numerous varieties of tea , and each of them has its useful properties.
black tea
Due to the content in the structure of caffeine , black tea is super invigorating drink. Moreover, caffeine tea invigorates much longer than coffee. Regular consumption of tea helps to recover faster after undergoing a stressful situation . This is due to the reduction of stress hormones in the body - cortisol. Famous brand of black tea " Pu Er ", " Darjeeling ", " China Black Tea ", " Silo Orange Pekoe ," " Lemon Sented Tee ."
green tea
Green tea is known for its calming effect . It helps to lose weight and improve memory . Green tea - an indispensable tool for people suffering from diabetes and all wishing to lose weight . The most well-known property of green tea - reduced risk of cancer. Especially useful for smokers - with regular use beverage risk of lung cancer is reduced by 13 times. Moreover, it prevents premature aging of the skin. You can not drink more than five cups a day. The most delicious and well-known species are the "Green Sencha ", " Gunpowder Green ", " Jasmine lychee ", " Green Peony ".
white tea
Another name - " the elixir of immortality ." White tea increases blood clotting and helps heal wounds . White tea is rich in vitamins , has anti-viral properties, protects against bacteria , prevents the appearance of tumors . White tea should not be brewed with hot water , otherwise all its useful properties lose their healing effect . There are several varieties of white tea : white peony , green snow, Silver Needle and others. The most famous and luxury brand - a " show and cha " and " Bai mu tribute."
red tea
High quality oolong tea is produced only in China or Taiwan . Oolong tea is recognized as the best among the other teas that enhance immunity. Back in the eighties of last century, it was shown that oolong tea increases the content of vitamins P, C, E in the body, promotes longevity . Is an excellent diuretic. Popular brands: " Assam ", " Dian hong ", " Hsiung Feng xing cha ", " hong cha And Blues ."
turquoise Tea
This kind of tea is not as widespread in Russia . This is something between black and green tea. Turquoise Tea normalizes metabolism, burns fat , promotes weight loss , improves skin condition , activate oxygen metabolism , improves muscle tone, has toning and refreshing properties .The most well-known brands , " A Li Shan Oolong ", " Ren Shen Oolong ", " Da Hong Pao ", " Those Yin ."
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