Help reverse insulin resistance by sipping on a cup of this popular tea.
That condition is insulin resistance.
While often overlooked, insulin resistance is becoming increasingly common.
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In fact, 4 out of 10 adults in the U.S. ages 18 to 44 have insulin resistance.
Problem is, many people dont know they have it.
The good news is that insulin resistance can be treated with lifestyle changes.
One surprisingly simple change is choosing unsweetened beverages or water more often.
Tea is one of our favorite unsweetened drinks.
Read on to learn more about insulin resistance and find out what specific tea we recommend.
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What Is Insulin Resistance?
As you eat meals and snacks throughout the day, your blood sugar naturally rises and falls.
When that glucose enters the bloodstream after eating, your body responds by releasing the hormone insulin.
Insulin acts like a key in a door, allowing glucose to enter cells for energy.
When someone has insulin resistance, this process is disrupted, as cells become less sensitive to insulin.
In response, the pancreas has to produce more and more insulin to move glucose into cells.
Its our top pick for the best tea to combat insulin resistance.
So, how might the brew boost blood sugar management?
Green tea is particularly high in a polyphenol and catechin called epigallocatechin gallate.
Steep bagged or loose-leaf green tea in hot water (170 to 185F is ideal) for 3 minutes.
Enjoy a warm mug or chill it in the refrigerator and serve over ice.
To add more flavor to your green tea, pair it with citrus, mint or ginger.
Mint is also a refreshing addition to iced green tea.
We like to cool off with a glass of thisIced Mint Green Tea.
Green tea is also stellar in aMatcha Green Tea Latteor aGreen Tea-Fruit Smoothie.
Optimize your hydration by choosing calorie- and sugar-free beverages, such as unsweetened tea, more often.
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