FAQs of Green Tea Extract

What is Green Tea Extract?
A concentrated form of green tea. This is the same Green Tea that has been consumed as a healthy beverage for thousands of years.

Can't I get Green Tea Extract in my diet?
Yes, you could. People in Asian cultures or other cultures where a great deal of tea is consumed may drink enough Green Tea to realize medical benefits from it. However, it is unlikely that a Westerner would drink this much tea on a regular enough basis to provide adequate treatment.

Has Green Tea Extract been clinically proven to help anything?
Green Tea has been shown to hold promise in the treatment of several different kinds of cancer and as a weight loss product.

How effective is Green Tea Extract?
Researchers who have studied Green Tea are very excited about the effectiveness and the safety of green tea.

Are any side effects associated with Green Tea Extract?
Some. Known side effects of Green Tea include excess gas, upset stomach, nausea, heartburn, stomach ache, abdominal pain, dizziness, headache, and muscle pain. However, researchers in clinical trials consider these minor side effects.

How much Green Tea Extract should I be taking?
Green Tea is sold as a nutritional product and is not intended to be prescribed for any specific condition. Researches often base the amount of tea given to research subjects on the amount of Green Tea typically consumed in Asian countries--about 3 cups (750 ml) per day (providing 240-320 mg of polyphenols).