No Bones About It: Studies Show That Green Tea Can Help!

At a time in many women’s lives (menopausal and  perimenopausal) when your bones may become compromised, there are many practical and organic ways to help prevent bone loss.

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Recent studies have measured the effect that the three major catechins found in green tea have on osteoblasts (bone-forming cells). The trio of catechins used for the study: gallocatechin, gallocatechin gallate and epigallocatechin (EGC).

The results, recorded in American Chemical Society’s Journal of Agriculture and Food Chemistry, were astounding. When the bone cell cultures were exposed to the green tea compounds, the bone strength and growth showed significant increase within the first 72 hours. Much of this improvement can be attributed to the EGC component.  So, there you have it…move your bones through daily exercise and nourish them with three or more cups of green tea each day.

The thing is, many studies show that the antioxidants in green tea are good for you – not only do they help with the prevention or treatment of bone diseases like osteoporosis, but they may also help prevent other serious diseases and may even help reduces stress!

We have always been health conscious at Bigelow Tea. Our selection of green tea runs the gamut from the pure and simple to green tea with fruits like peach, mango and pomegranate or with herbs and flowers like mint and jasmine. Whatever your pleasure, just sip and savor your green tea. Your bones will thank you!