Green Tea Extract 750mg | 180 Capsules | German Elite Nutrition

Green Tea Extract by GEN

Green Tea Extract by GEN is a supplement containing 750 mg of green tea extract per capsule. The product is intended for people who mainly pay attention to standardization: how much extract is in it, how many polyphenols does it provide, and how much EGCG do you get per daily dose? With this product, all of that is clearly stated on the label, so you don't have to guess. One bottle contains 180 plant-based capsules.

What green tea extract exactly is

Green tea comes from the leaves of Camellia sinensis, the same plant from which black tea is also made. The difference lies in the processing: green tea is barely fermented, which preserves more of the original plant compounds. In a regular cup of tea, you get an infusion of those leaves. In a capsule with this green tea extract, you are dealing with a highly concentrated form. One capsule provides 750 mg of extract. Of that, 735 mg is stated as polyphenols and 338 mg as EGCG, which stands for epigallocatechin gallate. These are catechins, a group of plant compounds that occur naturally in the leaf. What many people do not know: the percentages on the label mainly indicate the standardization of the extract. Here, it is 98% polyphenols and 45% EGCG. This allows you to see at a glance how the extract is composed, without having to calculate individual percentages yourself. For comparison: a regular cup of green tea contains, depending on the brewing method, roughly several tens of milligrams of catechins, while this capsule provides hundreds. This difference in concentration is exactly why the usage guidelines for an extract are stricter than for tea.

Why 338 mg of EGCG per day stands out

The daily dose is simple: 1 capsule per day. This amounts to 338 mg of EGCG. That is an amount that requires you to take the safety instructions seriously, especially if you use other green tea products in addition. In short: count your total intake. The European food safety authority has assessed catechins from green tea, paying particular attention to the daily amount of EGCG. The label of this product therefore states the limit of 800 mg of EGCG per day. By keeping it to one capsule, you easily stay below that. The manufacturer advises taking it with breakfast. Do not take this extract on an empty stomach. This advice is consistent with concentrated catechins, because taking them without a meal can be less pleasant for some people's stomachs.

The difference with a cup of green tea

This product is especially suitable for someone who is not looking for a blend, but for a single plant extract with a clear composition. You do not get a long list of ingredients with all kinds of extra substances. The focus is on this single green tea extract, on the polyphenols, and on EGCG. The capsules are plant-based and the extract is presented as caffeine-free on the packaging, which distinguishes it from a regular cup of tea. Nevertheless, it remains a highly concentrated extract. Therefore, do not see it as a replacement for regular green tea, nor as a product to take in unlimited amounts alongside other green tea products. The difference lies in the concentration: a capsule is compact and measurable, while a cup of tea can differ greatly in composition depending on the brewing method, temperature, and steeping time. Good to know: this product is presented as caffeine-free, while regular green tea naturally contains caffeine. That is one of the clearest differences between this capsule and a cup of tea.

What the usage guidelines mean for you

With green tea extract, making the right choice is not just about milligrams. The usage instructions are at least as important. Do not use more than 1 capsule daily and do not combine this product on the same day with other products containing green tea. Do not use it during pregnancy or breastfeeding, and not for anyone under the age of 18. If you are taking medication, have liver problems, or are in doubt, it is wise to consult a doctor. Furthermore, do not take it on an empty stomach. This supplement is not a replacement for a varied diet and a conscious lifestyle. Good to know: the bottle contains 180 capsules. With the stated use of one capsule per day, that is 180 daily doses, so approximately a half-year supply with one purchase.

In summary, this is a single, highly standardized green tea extract with 750 mg per capsule, 735 mg of polyphenols, and 338 mg of EGCG. Because those numbers are listed separately on the label, you know exactly what you are getting and can easily compare it with other extracts. For those looking for an easy-to-understand plant extract and who take the usage guidelines seriously, this is a compact choice.