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Conventional tea, which is one of the most environmentally damaging crops being grown in Asia, contains herbicides, pesticides and synthetic fertilizers. Due to the fact that conventional tea is grown at higher altitudes, these chemicals further damage the local ecosystem as well as other forests, farms and rivers when they run down the mountains and hills.

Next to water, organic green tea is one of the healthiest beverages that can be consumed. Studies conducted over the years have proved the benefits that green tea can have not only on the overall health of an individual but the environment as well.

• Environment-Friendly: The agriculture of organic tea combines traditional methods, innovations and science to ensure that a good quality of life is maintained for all those involved, including the environment.
• Anti-Ageing: Packed with antioxidants, green tea is a miracle drink which can keep people young. Free radicals, which are byproducts during the conversion of food into energy in the body, can cause severe damage. The free radicals hence are the main cause of ageing. Organic green tea contains a high level of the antioxidants – flavonoids that can neutralize these free radicals and protect the body from many diseases. Free radicals are also responsible for the breaking down of the protein, collagen, which keeps the skin young and supple. The anti-inflammatory and fat burning properties of green tea also, no doubt, help in looking youthful.

• Immune System Booster: Green tea contains flavonoids and polyphenols, which help the body to boost its immune system, fight infections and stray strong.
• Stress Reliever: L-theanine, an amino acid found in green tea, is very effecting in helping to relax and find relief from anxiety and stress. The L-theanine increases alpha waves in the brain by acting as a neurotransmitter. These alpha waves are indicators of relaxation. So green tea is very effective in calming and soothing a stressful mind and helping it to relax.

• Weight Controller: One of the most important uses of green tea is its ability to help in controlling weight. It has thermogenic properties, which promotes the oxidation of fat and improves fat burning.
• Anti-bacterial: A natural anti-bacterial agent, green tea contains Catechins, especially epicatechin gallate (ECG) and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which inhibits the growth of many species of bacteria and protects the body from disease.

• Reduces Cardiovascular Diseases: Green tea also helps in lowering the risks of heart diseases. Regular consumption of green tea prevents build-up in arteries and widens them which means that there is a lower risk of developing atherosclerosis.
• Reduces Bad Cholesterol: Green tea also helps to block the oxidation of the bad cholesterol– LDL and increase the good cholesterol - HDL and keep the cholesterol level under control.
• Dental Care: Consumption of green tea ensures that many oral aspects are also taken care of. It helps to prevent cavities due to its anti-bacterial property, gum diseases as it is anti-inflammatory, tooth loss and also slows down oral cancer.

Green tea helps to fight inflammations, viruses and allergies and is known as a cancer preventer. To reap its full benefits, consume at least three cups of organic green tea in a day. Click here to find out more about why organic tea is special.