Green tea is considered to be one of the healthiest drinks and its medicinal properties have been recognized for centuries around the world, because it is made from tea leaves that are not oxidized and are less processed.
This green tea contains the most antioxidants of any tea. It has anti-inflammatory and anti-carcinogenic effects. Green tea also has natural chemicals called polyphenols, it contains a number of micronutrients such as zinc, manganese, and vitamins A, B, and C.
There is no denying that green tea is very good for you, but drinking too much green tea does more harm than good. Health experts recommend limiting green tea consumption to just a few cups per day.
Here are some warning signs that indicate that you are drinking too much green tea as reported by Healthsite.
1. Heart palpitations
Although green tea contains less caffeine than coffee, it is enough to produce an effect if you consume several cups per day. Too much caffeine can cause heart palpitations and even high blood pressure. This can be dangerous for people with heart disease
So, limit your green tea consumption if you have hypertension, cardiovascular disease, or other medical conditions to prevent potential complications.
2. Increase stress and anxiety
A cup of green tea can help you relax after a tiring day. However, drinking several cups of green tea every day can make you even more stressed. This is because too much caffeine in your bloodstream can trigger your adrenal glands to produce more of the stress hormones norepinephrine, adrenaline, and cortisol.
3. Anemia
Green tea when consumed in large quantities can interfere with the absorption of iron from food and can cause iron deficiency anemia in which your red blood cells are reduced or insufficient.
This is the reason why health experts strongly recommend intake of green tea immediately after meals. If you have iron deficiency anemia, you may experience fatigue, dizziness, pale skin, cold hands and feet, chest pain, shortness of breath, and a fast heartbeat.
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4. Stomach pain
Green tea also contains tannins, which are plant compounds that have astringent properties and are able to shrink some of the tissues in your body. Too much of these compounds in the body can cause dry mouth, nausea, and stomach upset. Prolonged bouts of diarrhea or vomiting can lead to dehydration which can affect your kidney function.
5. Sleep disturbances
Excess caffeine from green tea can make it harder to fall asleep. Drinking green tea before bed can also make you want to urinate at night, which can disrupt your sleep, and leave you feeling tired in the morning. They can affect your performance at work and interfere with your ability to carry out daily activities.
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