[The function of catechin (tannin) contained in the green tea has a merit for weight watchers. First of all, it fastens the metabolism of the sugar and fat in the human body, helps the digestion of calorie and decomposes the extra cholesterol. According to this anti-oxidize energy, the weight watcher can easily control their obesity problem. In addition, a membrane covers the internal wall of the stomach and controls the assimilation of calorie. Since it dilutes the stomach acid, it results to a loss of appetite. The amount of consuming food will eventually decrease. Moreover, although the green tea contains a rich nutritious ingredient, it is calorie-free. Due to all these good points for a weight watcher, if one continues to take green tea, it is natural that the body fat will decrease. For weight watchers, the best result is to drink green tea before meals and before exercising.]

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[The main cause of the lifestyle disease is said to be by the intense action of the super-oxide anion within the human body. The catechin contained in the green tea is said to be the element to block the intense action of the super-oxide anion. Green tea is now remarkable for a beverage that prevents lifestyle disease and also effective for prolonging life.]

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