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Green tea diet People from all over the world have been drinking green tea for thousands of years. Green tea is produced from the Fresh leaves of Camellia Sinensis plant which are steamed creating Green tea leaves that can be brewed and consumed. Camelia Sinensis plant is known for its key component epigallocatechin gallete, or EGCG. This antioxidant has been used to prevent and treat a variety of cancers, including breast, stomach, and skin cancers. Green tea and green tea extracts have also been used for improving mental alertness, lowering cholesterol levels, weight loss and protecting skin from sun damage. The recent attraction to everything natural has also led to increased research in herbal and plant products that may help in reducing weight. The Camellia sinensis, the tropical evergreen shrub or the small tree has undergone extensive research for its effectiveness as a natural weight loss remedy. This plant is processed in different ways to produce four types of teas. • The least processed is white tea. • Black tea is fermented. • Oolong is Chinese tea, which is partially fermented and dried. • Green tea leaves are steamed and not fermented. The link between green tea and weight loss is established through the presence of Catechins in the leaves of the plant which are natural polyphenolic antioxidant metabolites, substances that are necessary for metabolism. Catechins decrease absorption and increase elimination of fat, and also intervene favorably in the production of certain enzymes that are required for the breakdown of fat. Catechins form nearly 25% of the dry weight of fresh tea leaves. Consumption of Green tea Catechins, has also been known to reduce certain aging processes if it accompanies regular exercise. To obtain the maximum benefits of the antioxidant properties of Green tea, it is necessary to follow any one of the healthy weight loss plans that are based on a balanced diet.