Is green tea healthy?

In moderation: Yes in moderation there are substances in green tea that are beneficial for you. But as with anything, too much can be harmful. No more than 2 glasses a day (500mL). Hope this helps. Dr R

Yes: I in favor of green tea.I opine it has health benefits like relaxation , anti-oxidant activity and it is mostly water.

Overhyped: Green tea is the latest in a long line of overhyped nutritional products. Claims include weight loss, better health, longer life, better endurance. Do not believe the hype. Yes green tea contains some anti-oxidants and phytonutrients, but it still contains caffiene which is a stimulant and has diuretic properties. Too much green tea is not good for you.

Yes! Many things...: Green tea has been proven to have remarkable health benefits because it is rich in antioxidant polyphenols known as catechins, as well as l-theanine which has a calming effect. Among the proven benefits: prevents cardiovascular disease, lowers cholesterol & blood sugar, prevents many different cancers, protects the liver. See http://www.Umm.Edu/altmed/articles/green-tea-000255.Htm .See my comment:.

The leaves contain : antioxidant polyphenols. Studies show that polyphenols in green tea have anti-carcinogenic effect & lead to a reduced heart disease death rate. The Linus Pauling Institute reported a study that suggested green tea can assist w glycemic control. A study by Maastricht University (Holland) noted Green tea has catechins & caffeine w inhibition of O-methyl- transferase & phosphodiesterase which effect