#18. Green Tea
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Green tea leaves are first harvested and then allowed to dry up. No oxidation is involved in the process. This makes green tea the best choice for tea drinkers, particularly if they are looking to improve their heart health. Just one word of caution, don’t spoil the benefits by adding sugar to your green tea.
A series of clinical studies conducted on the effects of drinking green tea have revealed that the habit helps in lowering the levels of triglycerides and LDL (bad) cholesterol. Green tea is a rich source of powerful antioxidants, one of which is EGCG or epigallocatechin gallate. EGCG is known for preventing atherosclerosis or plaque buildup in arteries.
