The Benefits of Green Tea for Cancer

G gargling with green tea may drop the risk of influenza infection seven or eightfold compared to gargling with water in elderly nursing home residents where flu can get really serious. Unlike antiviral drugs, green tea appears to help by boosting the immune system. Tea consumption is associated with a reduced risk of heart disease, stroke, and premature death in general. Each additional cup of green tea a day associated with a 4% lower mortality risk.