A new scientific study revealed that a hot drink famous in China can significantly lower blood sugar levels within a few hours.
According to the British newspaper, “Express”, it was reported that this drink is “pu-erh tea”, which is made in Yunnan Province, China, and is exported to many countries of the world.
The study team of the University of Asia in Taiwan conducted an analysis of a number of studies conducted in various countries of the world on this tea and its effectiveness in reducing blood sugar, in an attempt to reach confirmed and balanced results.
The results of the study showed that “pu-erh tea” has an “important” effect in combating high blood sugar and reducing glucose levels, due to the substances it contains such as catechins, caffeine, polyphenols and amino acids, which have a beneficial effect on the body’s glucose balance and insulin secretion, which is The hormone that regulates blood sugar levels.
Because it contains antioxidants, this tea can also address other health problems such as digestive problems, heart diseases, blood circulation and cholesterol, and it also provides the body with a lot of energy and vitality, according to the study.
The results of the new study were published in the International Journal of Food Science and Technology.
About 420 million people worldwide suffer from diabetes, which can result in serious complications such as heart attacks, strokes, kidney disease or blindness.