Green tea extract potentially harmful to liver, warns specialist

A liver specialist names green tea extract as one of the clearest causes of liver damage from supplements. This is reported by HLN. While green tea is often promoted as healthy, the extract in supplement form can be harmful to the liver.

The warning comes after reported cases where the use of green tea extract was linked to liver problems. According to the source, it is especially important to be cautious with high doses or long-term use.

Liver specialists advise to always be cautious with supplements, even if they seem natural. It is advisable to consult a doctor before taking supplements, especially with existing liver conditions.

HLN emphasizes that not all supplements carry the same risk, but green tea extract is explicitly mentioned as a product where extra vigilance is required.

This report is a summary based on the mentioned source and is not medical advice. Consult a doctor or pharmacist in case of complaints.