Going green is in, whether in fashion, lifestyle or even food choices. Everywhere you go, you see that green tea has become widely available in the country. So much so that even the roadside tapri has understood the size of the clientele for it and serves it up just like you like it. It has virtually become an option for all those who want to enjoy a guilt-free dose of tea whenever they want. We have heard of the umpteen health benefits, including aiding digestion, boosting metabolism and improving heart health. And we all believe it, since we all want to work towards better health. it just has some side effects. Read on and find out, before you get to the next steaming cuppa.
Increases caffeine levels You know that even though green tea originates from the same plant as black tea and underdoes a much lesser processing, it still is a tea! It retains a lot more benefits as compared to black tea in terms of the levels of antioxidants, but it also contains caffeine.
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Reduces absorption of iron consuming a high amount of green tea can affect the iron absorption in the body. This is due to the tannins present in the tea. It reduces the levels of iron in the body leading to deficiencies. It means that even if you are eating all the foods which are high in iron, it is not getting absorbed by your body, and therefore you not getting in appropriate benefits of the foods.
Can lead to stomach ailments The caffeine and tannins present in the green tea can also cause another side effect—that of an upset stomach. The caffeine and tannins tend to increase the levels of acids in the body and can interfere with the digestive process. In that case, it can cause a burning sensation, pain, constipation, and even lead to nausea. Those who are suffering from peptic ulcers, hyperacidity, or acid reflux should avoid drinking green tea completely.
Can cause headaches This symptom too, is related to the caffeine present in the green tea and studies have shown that it can cause varying degrees of headaches—from mild to severe. These headaches can be further aggravated due to an iron deficiency, which again we have seen can be a side effect of excess consumption of green tea. Apart from headaches, over intake of green tea has also been known to cause dizziness among heavy drinkers.
Might cause sleeplessness A possible side effect of green tea is your sleeping patterns going awry, causing sleepless nights and even insomnia. It could be possible that drinking green tea quite late in the night can also cause sleeplessness. No prizes for guessing which ingredient is the culprit here, you’re right, it is attributed to caffeine. This ingredient is a stimulant and having it late in the day can have the nervous system be wide wake and energetic when actually it is time to sleep. In fact, if lactating mothers consume green tea later in the day,
Causes dehydration Yes, even though your body is receiving large amounts of water through all the tea you are drinking, unfortunately, since tea is a natural diuretic, it also causes you to frequent the rest room, and in effect losing the water from the body. Experts say that drinking excessive amounts of green tea can lead to frequent urination,
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