According to experts, molecular genetics UB Malang Prof. Fatchiyah Kes, brew black tea is one of the effective ways to reduce obesity. The content of catechins in black tea compounds is an important substance that plays a role in the fight against fat.
"The effect of catechin from black tea makers are taken for approximately 90 days will be able to lose weight significantly, because of the influence of these catechins can inhibit insulin-Like Growth Factor (IGF-1) as a ligand binds to its receptor," said Fatchiyah in Malang, Wednesday (20/02/2013).
He said, various research has been done to reduce obesity by exploring natural herbs as a healthy drink. Sebutsaja such as green tea, black tea, mixed fruit and vegetable juices, and other herbal ingredients.
