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Green Tea 500 mg

Swanson
4.6
(2968 ratings)
Green Tea 500 mg
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Score 75.0

An affordable, unstandardized green tea supplement offering general antioxidant and mild metabolic support.

Quantity: 100 Capsule(s)Servings size: 1 Capsule(s) (100 servings)
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Brain Health
Heart Health
Anti-Aging
Metabolism Boost
Weight Loss

Score 75.0

An affordable, unstandardized green tea supplement offering general antioxidant and mild metabolic support.

Analysis

This product is a straightforward green tea supplement, providing 500mg of green tea per capsule. Green tea is widely recognized for its antioxidant properties, primarily due to compounds like catechins, with EGCG being the most prominent. These compounds are associated with various health benefits, including supporting cardiovascular health, brain function, and metabolic rate, which can contribute to anti-aging and weight management. While the product offers a decent dose of raw green tea, it lacks specific standardization to active compounds like EGCG, which makes its precise potency for certain effects less certain compared to extracts that specify EGCG content. However, its low price point makes it an accessible option for general green tea benefits.

Pros
  • Very affordable price per serving, making it a cost-effective option.
  • Good number of servings per bottle.
  • Provides general antioxidant benefits from green tea.
Cons
  • Lacks standardization to active compounds like EGCG, making its precise potency for specific goals less clear.
  • May not be as potent for metabolism and weight loss as extracts with guaranteed EGCG content.
Warnings
  • Green tea naturally contains caffeine, which might be an issue for caffeine-sensitive individuals.
  • Unstandardized green tea products can have varying levels of active compounds.
$6.99($0.06 per serving)
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Ingredients
IngredientAmount per serving
Green Tea 500 mg
Adults 18–50
Categories
Green Tea 75.0
This product is a pure green tea supplement, providing 500mg of unstandardized green tea, making it a foundational option within the Green Tea collection for general benefits.
Goals
Heart Health 75.0
The antioxidants in green tea contribute to cardiovascular health by improving endothelial function and protecting against oxidative damage to blood vessels.
Anti-Aging 75.0
The broad antioxidant capacity of green tea helps combat cellular damage from free radicals, a key aspect of the aging process.
Brain Health 70.0
Green tea's catechins, including EGCG, have neuroprotective properties and can support cognitive function by reducing oxidative stress and inflammation. The 500mg dose provides general support.
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