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Green tea
Ever thought about going green? Well there are plenty of good reasons to. Green tea is made from unfermented leaves and contains the highest concentration of antioxidants.

“More than a decade of scientific research has confirmed a clear association between drinking green tea and having a lower risk of developing heart disease and certain types of cancer,” says manager of Artteas, Imma Plana.

“Studies also confirmed the role of green tea in lowering cholesterol, aiding in weight loss, preventing certain types of diabetes and strokes, it even helps prevent tooth decay!”

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According to a report by the UN and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), in the next decade world green tea production will grow at a faster rate than black tea at 2.3% a year.

But volumes are much smaller than they were a decade ago, with a projected total of 975,000 tonnes by 2014, says Alfonso Orona, assistant director of F&B for The Ritz-Carlton, Riyadh, adding that China is expected to maintain its lead, accounting for over 75% of green tea output.”

“World consumption is approximately 0.56 kg per capita. Green tea is the primary form consumed in China, Japan and some Middle Eastern countries.”
Green tea is a best seller at The Drawing Room at St. Regis, Saadiyat Island Resort says manager Daniela Santobuono.

“The secret of green tea lies in the fact it is rich in catechin polyphenols, particularly EGCG - a powerful anti-oxidant which kills cancer cells without harming healthy tissue,” he adds.

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