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Does Consumption Of Green Tea Extracts Lead To Liver Damage?
Question: I have recently started taking Bio X from Nucifix. This morning I saw a notice from Consumer Report that says they have linked Green Tea Extract to liver damage in supplements. I am 80 years old and in good health.
Should this be cause for alarm?
Should this be cause for alarm?
Brief Answer:
Don't worry
Detailed Answer:
Hi Dear ! Thank you for contacting HCM for your health concern .
I read your concern and I can understand.
Yes it has been reported in rare cases that consuming green tea extract (or even just green tea) in high dosage may be linked to liver problem (especially in the patient who'd already suffered from liver damages).
Green tea is safe to be used in this dosage : 800mg /day (3-6 cups/day) for 4 weeks . Do ensure to drink a lot of water to remain well hydrated at the same time.
The Bio X nucific contain a small amount of green tea extract 100 mg that amount is very low .
I don't think that is a matter of concern since you don't take green tea in high dosage, for a long time .
Don't take it with an empty stomach .
Hope I have answered your question .
If you have any further clarifications I'll be happy to help .
Take Care !
Dr Balliu
Don't worry
Detailed Answer:
Hi Dear ! Thank you for contacting HCM for your health concern .
I read your concern and I can understand.
Yes it has been reported in rare cases that consuming green tea extract (or even just green tea) in high dosage may be linked to liver problem (especially in the patient who'd already suffered from liver damages).
Green tea is safe to be used in this dosage : 800mg /day (3-6 cups/day) for 4 weeks . Do ensure to drink a lot of water to remain well hydrated at the same time.
The Bio X nucific contain a small amount of green tea extract 100 mg that amount is very low .
I don't think that is a matter of concern since you don't take green tea in high dosage, for a long time .
Don't take it with an empty stomach .
Hope I have answered your question .
If you have any further clarifications I'll be happy to help .
Take Care !
Dr Balliu
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Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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