Özet:

Camellia sinensis (L.) Kuntze is a shrub or small tree of Asia, belonging to the family Theaceae. It is estimated that about 3 thousand kilograms of tea are produced and consumed annually. The purpose of this study is to demonstrate through a literature search the use of the green tea as adjuvant in the process of weight loss. Several studies have shown that green tea, obtained through the fresh leaves of Camellia sinensis grass, have a high amount of flavonoids known as catechins, promoting the reduction of body weight, body fat and assist in the prevention and treatment of obesity and diseases such as dyslipidemia, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases. The researchers concluded thatthe use of green tea provides health benefits, but human studies are still necessary to prove its power in weight loss.

Anahtar Kelimeler: