So, I'm kind of trying to get myself a tad healthier, and I've heard that, in moderation, green tea does have pretty good health benefits (the small, eventual boost to metabolism is one I'm hoping is true, as well as helping the skin a bit).

So, what exactly would you say are any particular benefits you may have observed from green tea consumption?

Also, should I stick to 1 mug a day, or 2? Or would 3 (when I can spare it) be alright?

What brands would you recommend? I've been using Lipton Green Tea bags (the orange and jasmine variety), but I want to be sure I've got a good, inexpensive brand… unless there's not a whole lot of difference.

And finally, any suggestions for flavoring the stuff? I hate the taste, but I'm willing to put up with it if it helps me out in the long-term. And preferably suggestions for additives that don't nullify the benefits (I've heard, for example, that adding milk or honey would nullify the helpful stuff).

I just want to get this right. And, hopefully, enjoy it.

The tea idea is half true, it is healthier than soda, but will not increase your metabolism drinking just that. You have to have a good exercise regimen and healthy diet over time to see increase in metabolism.

Tea is better for you than other chemical filled foods, I would stick to maybe a mug or 2 a day while having water as your main fluid. You can sweeten it with some honey or some lemon if you wanted to. Just make sure you don't put too much honey. In fact, don't buy into the Lipton teas where they put things in it, take regular plain Lipton teas.

On a hot day, you can chill plain tea and take it with you, it tastes refreshing =]

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