Tea is the second most consumed beverage after water in the world. About 20% of all tea consumed is green tea. Green tea was first introduced in China and is now gaining popularity in different countries, especially in the West. Many varieties of green tea are harvested in the countries where it is grown. It comes from the same source as black or white tea. The only difference is in the processing which ultimately results in different tastes and colors. The leaves of the Camellia Sinesis plant, native to China or India, are the source of green tea. The process of black tea involves a fermentation stage while green tea avoids this stage, thereby retaining a maximum amount of antioxidants that help the body fight the harmful effects of free. radicals. It also prevents premature aging of cells. It also has antimicrobial and mutagenic effects on the body. It is commonly believed that green tea helps in reducing weight, although it does not provide quick results, but helps in losing your excess weight without compromising your health. The p...