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I'm just wondering, if you drink green tea once everyday, can that actually help you lose weight?

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No: It does contain some caffeine but that won't do anything for weight.

Answered 11/17/2013

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Green tea: A study by maastricht university (holland) noted green tea has catechins ; caffeine w inhibition of o-methyl- transferase ; phosphodiesterase which effects thermogenesis ; fat oxidation. The linus pauling institute reported a study indicating that green tea can assist w glycemic control. Additionally, green tea has a diuretic effect. It would probably take at least 3 cups a day with an exercise ;.

Answered 11/28/2015

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