A warm cup of freshly brewed green tea is any day better than popping a supplement pill. But, if you have tried and just can’t build a taste for green tea, you may give its extract a try. These capsules give you almost the same health benefits as drinking green tea would, only if you exercise caution.

Green Tea Supplements Could Be Hurting Your Liver, Researchers Say. Those green tea supplements might not be as healthy for you as you think. Consuming too many of the supplements can have a harmful effect on your liver, according to the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA).

And the evidence that supplements derived from green tea do much for weight loss is minimal. Some studies have found modest reductions in body weight associated with green tea supplementation, according to the National Institutes of Health Office of Dietary Supplements. But other human trials have found no benefit.

Green Tea Improves Brain Function Green tea can enhance the connections between different parts of the brain, which may help with memory and cognitive function. In addition, green tea has been shown to have properties that can reduce the risk of Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, and dementia.

Since green tea is rich in antioxidants, which help fight against free radicals in the body, the steam gives your skin a direct shot of these antioxidants. Also, it soothes irritated skin and its anti-ageing properties prevent wrinkles, fine lines and other skin diseases.

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If you want to drink green tea after meals, you can have it 30-45 minutes after finishing your meal. However, the best time to drink green tea for getting maximum benefits is two hours before or after your meals. So, enjoy your cup of tea at the recommended time to get the most out of it!