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Author: B Banerjee
Publisher: Science Publishers
Published: 2005-01-09
Total Pages: 232
ISBN-13: 9781578083985
DOWNLOAD EBOOKTea is the product of Camellia sinensis, a unique non-alcoholic drink that cares, cures and of course cheers. This book has the purpose of creating awareness of the multiple benefits of drinking tea.
Author: Iris F. F. Benzie
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 2011-03-28
Total Pages: 500
ISBN-13: 1439807167
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe global popularity of herbal supplements and the promise they hold in treating various disease states has caused an unprecedented interest in understanding the molecular basis of the biological activity of traditional remedies. Herbal Medicine: Biomolecular and Clinical Aspects focuses on presenting current scientific evidence of biomolecular ef
Author: Victor R Preedy
Publisher: Elsevier
Published: 2024-09-14
Total Pages: 1030
ISBN-13: 0443141592
DOWNLOAD EBOOKWhile there is a nearly universal agreement that drinking tea can benefit health, information on the benefits or adverse effects of drinking tea is scattered, leaving definitive answers difficult to ascertain. Tea in Health and Disease Prevention, Second Edition, once again addresses this problem, bringing together all the latest and most relevant information on tea and its health effects into one comprehensive resource. This book covers compounds in black, green, and white teas and explores their health implications, first more generally, then in terms of specific organ systems and diseases. With over 75% brand new content, this fully reorganized, updated edition covers a wider range of tea varieties and beneficial compounds found in tea, such as epigallocatechin gallate and antioxidants.Tea in Health and Disease Prevention, Second Edition, is an organized, efficient resource that will help readers find quick answers to questions and will help inspire further studies for those interested in tea research. This is a must-have reference for researchers in food science and nutrition, as well as nutritionists and dieticians. - Covers and compares features, benefits, and potential negative effects of the most important types of tea, including green, black, and white - Identifies therapeutic benefits of teas for new product development - Offers a "one stop shop" for research in this area, compiling both foundational and cutting-edge topics into one resource - Includes a dictionary of key terms, other health effects of tea or extracts, and a summary point section within each chapter for a quick reference
Author: Babette Donaldson
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
Published: 2014-04-11
Total Pages: 368
ISBN-13: 144057460X
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAn introduction to the world's teas and their healing qualities! A relaxing cup of tea is a soothing way to improve your health, lighten your mood, increase your metabolism, or boost your energy. Tea has so many health benefits, from preventing cardiovascular disease to burning calories, it's no wonder so many people are choosing this classic beverage over coffee and carbonated soft drinks. If you'd like to experience the benefits and healing properties of drinking tea, here's all you need to know about: The many different types of tea, including green, black, white, oolong, and pu'erh teas. Herbal teas, kombucha, and other infusions. The use of tea as medicine throughout history. Buying and brewing the most healthful teas. Developing your own de-stressing tea traditions. Using tea in cooking and creating natural beauty products. With essential advice on brewing the perfect cup and storing your tea, The Everything Healthy Tea Book will be your go-to reference for all things tea!
Author: Narender Kumar Jain
Publisher: CABI
Published: 2006-01-01
Total Pages: 223
ISBN-13: 1845931122
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book provides information on the preventive and therapeutic value of tea against different diseases. It was conceived in order to provide the consuming public scientifically supported data on the health benefits of tea drinking and to inform tea scientists about the status of research in their areas of interest.
Author: Manfred Lamprecht
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 2014-09-17
Total Pages: 304
ISBN-13: 1466567570
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe use of antioxidants in sports is controversial due to existing evidence that they both support and hinder athletic performance. Antioxidants in Sport Nutrition covers antioxidant use in the athlete ́s basic nutrition and discusses the controversies surrounding the usefulness of antioxidant supplementation. The book also stresses how antioxidants may affect immunity, health, and exercise performance. The book contains scientifically based chapters explaining the basic mechanisms of exercise-induced oxidative damage. Also covered are methodological approaches to assess the effectiveness of antioxidant treatment. Biomarkers are discussed as a method to estimate the bioefficacy of dietary/supplemental antioxidants in sports. This book is useful for sport nutrition scientists, physicians, exercise physiologists, product developers, sport practitioners, coaches, top athletes, and recreational athletes. In it, they will find objective information and practical guidance.
Author: Yong-Su Zhen
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 2002-04-18
Total Pages: 280
ISBN-13: 0203301277
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe tea plant, Camellia sinensis, is of particular importance to humans, and the consumption of tea has a long history of over 2000 years. Currently, tea is one of the most popular beverages worldwide. In recent years the subject of tea has attracted a great deal of attention. As well as the use of tea in traditional medicine, modern biochemical re
Author: Yukihiko Hara
Publisher: CRC Press
Published: 2001-02-02
Total Pages: 288
ISBN-13: 9780203907993
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA comprehensive overview of the inherent properties, chemical and biochemical functions, actions for lowering the risks of cardiovascular and infectious diseases and cancers, and underlying mechanisms of tea polyphenols. It reveals the bioantimutagenic potency of epigallocatechin gallate (EGCg) found in green tea.
Author: Institute of Medicine
Publisher: National Academies Press
Published: 2002-01-07
Total Pages: 172
ISBN-13: 0309082587
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis report from the Committee on Military Nutrition Research reviews the history of caffeine usage, the metabolism of caffeine, and its physiological effects. The effects of caffeine on physical performance, cognitive function and alertness, and alleviation of sleep deprivation impairments are discussed in light of recent scientific literature. The impact of caffeine consumption on various aspects of health, including cardiovascular disease, reproduction, bone mineral density, and fluid homeostasis are reviewed. The behavioral effects of caffeine are also discussed, including the effect of caffeine on reaction to stress, withdrawal effects, and detrimental effects of high intakes. The amounts of caffeine found to enhance vigilance and reaction time consistently are reviewed and recommendations are made with respect to amounts of caffeine appropriate for maintaining alertness of military personnel during field operations. Recommendations are also provided on the need for appropriate labeling of caffeine-containing supplements, and education of military personnel on the use of these supplements. A brief review of some alternatives to caffeine is also provided.
Author: Barundeb Banerjee
Publisher:
Published: 1993
Total Pages: 336
ISBN-13: 9788120408029
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