Superfood: Green Tea

According to an ancient Chinese proverb, it's "better to be deprived of food for three days, than tea for one"–and current health research backs up that claim. Green tea and green tea extracts are rich in epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)–a powerful antioxidant that not only inhibits the growth of cancer cells but also kills cancer cells without harming healthy tissue. Green tea may also increase mental alertness, aid in weight loss, reduce LDL cholesterol, and protect the skin from sun damage. With all of these potential health benefits, why not give it a try?

Green tea goes main dish with this simple broth of tea that you pour over brown rice and fish.Recipe: Green Tea Soup

Pure nutrition in a glass, this disease-fighting smoothie features high-antioxidant berries, green tea, and heart-healthy soy milk.Recipe: Cran-berry Green-Tea Smoothie

Aromatic green tea provides the flavor in this luscious dessert. The creaminess comes from half-and-half, yet one serving has only 2.1 grams of fat.Recipe: Jasmine-Honey Sherbet

Ice-cold sweet mint green tea is a traditional ending for a Moroccan meal. Try it as a finishing touch after you've dined on Moroccan Lamb Tagine.Recipe: Moroccan Mint Tea

The Italian word for "ice", a granita is a frozen mixture of water, sugar and another liquid flavoring. This tangy granita gets is flavor from green tea and lemon juice and is sweetened with honey instead of sugar.Recipe: Green Tea Granita

After you've enjoyed a spicy Asian-style entrée, there's nothing more soothing than a spoonful of creamy ice cream for dessert.Recipe: Green Tea Ice Cream