SUPERFOOD SUNDAY~ your healthy eating assignment is to explore the health benefits of adding tea to your diet. TEA FAST FACTS: ~ Green, white & herbal teas are rich in antioxidants ~ Scientific studies show regular tea consumption inhibits the growth of some cancer cells ~ Drinking tea helps encourage weight loss ~ Tea raises the metabolic rate and speeds up fat oxidation ~ Tea has anti-inflammatory power ~ The cholesterol-lowering effects of green tea have been confirmed CHOOSE HIGH QUALITY GREEN, WHITE OR HERBAL TEAS: ~ Drink green or white tea daily to boost your metabolism and increase your consumption of antioxidants. ~ Sipping tea is a wonderful way to de-stress. Green tea contains a compound called theanine which acts as a natural relaxant and mood lifter. ~ Drink it hot or cold and aim for 2-3 cups per day. NUTRITIONAL NOTES: ~ Our West Coast Morning green tea is blended with antioxidant rich pomegranate. West Coast Afternoon tea gives you the perfect lift from the infusion of yerba mate and chocolate. The caffeine-free West Coast Evening is infused with healthy spices like cinnamon. ~ Most importantly, drink your tea! MY FAVORITE RECIPE: Matcha Green Tea Latte 1 teaspoon matcha green tea 1 drop stevia 1 cup hot water your favorite plant milk Mix matcha into a paste by adding a little hot water and whisking it with a tea whisk. Add the rest of the water into a cup with the paste. Froth your favorite plant milk. Add to tea and enjoy. As always, please do your own research. The information is not intended as medical advice. My greatest intention for you is a life filled with health, love & happiness. I hope you are inspired to live your healthiest life through the Super Foods A-Z program, West Coast Workouts and the Mantras for Mindset program.
Posted on: Sun, 27 Apr 2014 10:00:00 +0000
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