| Green Tea has numerous beneficial effects on immune system function. As compared to black tea, green tea contains a high level of catechins, a type of polyphenol, an antioxidant. The catechins in black tea are lost during processing.1 Green Tea Extract (GTE) contains the concentrated beneficial agents of green tea. Green Tea Extract contains ECGC (epigallocatechin-3-gallate), a powerful antioxidant with neuroprotective activity, and contains other protective polyphenol catechins.2 GTE increases antioxidant capacity in the body and helps maintain a healthy BMI.3,4 Abdominal fat contributes to the risk of heart disease. The catechins in green tea can enhance exercise-induced abdominal fat loss, thereby helping minimize belly fat and protecting your heart.7,8 The oxidation of low-density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) is the first step of dangerous "vulnerable" plaque formation on blood vessel walls. GTE reduces LDL oxidation.5 In addition, high levels of iron in the blood, particularly in combination with elevated levels of LDL, promote the oxidation of LDL. Green tea extract reduces iron levels in the blood.6 GTE may also reduce fibrinogen, a protein in the blood that contributes to coagulation. According to the Ray & Terry Longevity Program, optimal blood pressure is less than 120/80. If your blood pressure is over this level, we recommend starting with a nutritional and supplement program as listed in Chapter 15. Dosage: 2 capsules per day. Daily amount can be divided and taken throughout the day. As Green Tea Extract contains naturally occurring caffeine, you may want to take your supplements at times when this caffeine will not affect your sleep patterns. Ray & Terry's Green Tea Extract contains 60 veggie capsules per bottle. Ray & Terry's Green Tea Extract is equally effective when taken with or without food. However, if your digestive system is sensitive, you may want to take your supplements with meals. | Supplement Facts | | Serving Size: 1 Veggie Capsule |
| | Amount Per Serving | % Daily Value |
| Green Tea Leaf (98% extract)
(Providing 10 milligrams of naturally-occurring caffeine. Standardized to provide 45% EGCG and 75% Polyphenol Catechins) | 500 mg | * |
| | *% Daily Value Not Established |
| | Other Ingredients: Vegetable cellulose (capsule) rice flour, magnesium stearate, and silicon dioxide. | | CAUTION: Do not exceed recommended dose. This product is not intended for pregnant or nursing mothers, children under the age of 18, or individuals taking prescription drugs. Discontinue use immediately if nausea, sleeplessness, or nervousness occur. Do not take this product if you have a known medical condition including high blood pressure, diabetes, any cardiovascular diseases, hyperthyroidism, or are taking antidepressant medications. If you have questions about the advisability of taking this product, consult your physician prior to use. | | WARNING: This product contains 10 mg of caffeine per serving (equivalent to less than 1/4 cup of coffee) |
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