Is a green tea supplement the same as drinking green tea?
Not exactly. Green tea extract is a concentrated form and can contain a higher and standardized amount of polyphenols and catechins per capsule compared to a cup of green tea. The exact amount of active substances in tea depends on the brewing method and tea type, whereas a supplement provides a fixed dosage per capsule.
What are catechins and why are they important?
Catechins are a type of polyphenol found in green tea. One of the best-known catechins is EGCG (epigallocatechin gallate), which is one of the key active compounds in green tea.
Does green tea extract contain caffeine?
Yes, green tea extract naturally contains caffeine. One capsule of this supplement contains approximately 40 mg of caffeine, which is less than the average cup of coffee.