Blooms Green Tea 5000 60caps

Green Tea has been used for centuries as an aid to good health. Green tea and black tea both come from the same plant, Camellia sinensis. The difference between the two lies in how the leaves are processed. Black tea is produced by allowing the leaves to oxidize. This process destroys a lot of the therapeutic substances, known as polyphenols, which are found in the leaves.

Research has found that Green Tea is rich in antioxidants. The human body constantly produces unstable molecules called oxidants – or free radicals. These free radicals steal electrons from neighbouring molecules thus damaging cell proteins and genetic material. These potent antioxidants called catechin polyphenols. The four major catechins in green tea leaves are epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), epicatechin gallate (ECG), epigallocatechin (EGC) epicatechin (EC). Epidemiological studies are providing evidence that the activity of these catechins concur with the traditional use of green tea.

The antioxidant activity of green tea has also been shown to lower LDL (low density lipoproteins) cholesterol and serum triglyceride levels. The catechin polyphenols inhibit the oxidation of LDL cholesterol in the arteries. Green tea has also been shown to inhibit abnormal blood clot formation by inhibiting platelet aggregation, platelet adhesion and interaction with thromboxane A2 – the regulator of platelet formation.

Blooms Green Tea 5000

Beneficial for:

• Potent Antioxidant: protects against free-radical damage to cell membranes, DNA and other cell structures, lowers LDL cholesterol, inhibit blood clot formation, reduces arterial constriction and reduces blood sugar levels

Features:

• Standardised formulation to deliver a minimum of 100mg catechins;
• Each Green Tea 5000 capsule is equivalent to 3 cups of green tea;
• Contains mixture of active catechin polyphenols;
• Suitable for vegans.

Specifications:

Each ‘vege’ capsule contains:

• Camellia sinensis extract Equiv. to 5g of dry leaf
  Standardised to 20% catechins 100mg

Also contains:
caffeine 35mg (from green tea), silicon dioxide,
magnesium stearate, cellulose capsule shell.

Directions for Use:
Adults: Take one to three capsules daily.

Cautions & Interactions
Special caution must be taken by those who have a sensitive stomach. Green tea may cause an increase in acidity in the stomach, irritation and poor appetite. There are no reports of overdosage.

Possible interaction with blood thinning medicines, aspirin and ACE inhibitors. Avoid using together.

Do not exceed 400mg of caffeine per day.

Pregnant or Breastfeeding
Because of its caffeine content, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should limit their intake of green tea or respective supplement.

Vitamins can only be of assistance if the dietary vitamin intake is inadequate.
Always read the label and only use as directed. If symptoms persist, see a healthcare professional.