1 cup or more of green tea every day

This post was originally published as Green Tea Fix by Laurel on Health Food blog.



What’s your favorite morning or afternoon drink? Have you considered green tea? It just might be your healthiest choice. A recent study conducted at the Chung Shan Medical University in Taiwan found that drinking 1 cup or more of green tea every day dramatically reduces your risk of lung cancer, especially for smokers. The antioxidants in green tea may block the growth of cancerous tumors.



Even if you’re not at risk for lung cancer, green tea is a powerful addition to a regular healthy diet. It has been found to protect from many different cancers, heart disease, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, and more.



I love my black tea in the morning with almond milk, but I like this reminder to drink my green tea too. It’s nice in the afternoon when you need a little pick-me-up. If you don’t like it plain, I recommend adding fresh mint leaves or a teaspoon of honey. Try agave nectar if you’re having it cold (because honey mixes better in hot liquids). Or you could add a small splash of your favorite 100% juice.