Hot or cold:
Green tea can be enjoyed hot or cold.
To brew hot green tea, simply steep the tea leaves in hot water for the recommended amount of time.
To brew cold green tea, steep the tea leaves in cold water for several hours or overnight.
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Flavored or plain:
Green tea can be enjoyed plain or flavored with honey, lemon, milk, or other flavorings.
In cooking and baking:
Green tea can be used in cooking and baking to add flavor and antioxidants.
For example, green tea can be used to make green tea ice cream, green tea smoothies, and green tea cakes.
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Boosts athletic performance:
Green tea can help to improve endurance and performance during exercise.
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Improves mood:
Green tea contains L-theanine, an amino acid that has been shown to improve mood and reduce stress levels.
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Increases lifespan:
Green tea has been shown to increase lifespan in animals.