Green tea: How much is too much? Find out what the experts say, get serving sizes, and reasons to eat
Iyanuoluwa Oyetunji and Carolina Castro / Microsoft Start Health , 2023-03-13
Perspective from Iyanuoluwa Oyetunji
Master of Science in Medicine, specialization in Human Nutrition · 2 years of experience · South Africa
Benefits
Green tea may help in weight loss, this is because it has no calories. However, consumers must ensure to watch their calorie intake from other food sources as well as be physically active.
Green tea is rich in polyphenolic substances. These substances are phytochemicals that have anti-inflammatory activities. Therefore, green tea may help to prevent several health conditions closely related to inflammation.
Quantity Recommendation
Green tea can be taken daily, especially with those without caffeine sensitivity. About three to five cups of green tea may be consumed daily. However, this should not replace other food.
Perspective from Carolina Castro
PhD Candidate (Health Services), Post Graduate Functional Clinical Nutrition, Bachelor's Degree Nutrition and Dietetics · 7 years of experience · Australia
Benefits
Green tea is rich in various bioactive compounds as catechins and polyphenols important antioxidants helping fight cellular damage and reducing inflammation.
Green tea has caffeine (thermogenic) interfering positively in weight control and improving physical performance.
Green tea has amino acid L-theanine and may improve brain function, neurotransmissions functioning and increase energy levels.
Due to the health active bioactive compounds in green tea, it may help improve insulin sensitivity and reduce blood sugar levels.
Quantity Recommendation
The daily intake of green tea should not exceed 3 to 5 cups and can provide at least 180 mg of catechins and 60 mg of theanine and should not be taken on an empty stomach to protect the liver from excessive consumption.
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