Organic Brewed Green Tea

Green tea is made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. These leaves are minimally processed, which helps preserve their natural compounds. It is typically brewed by steeping the dried leaves in hot water.

Green tea is used as a base flavor and functional ingredient in beverages like iced tea, kombucha, and ready-to-drink teas. It can also be found in some snacks and supplements. Its natural compounds are sometimes highlighted for their perceived health benefits.

Green tea is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It contains compounds like catechins, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), which have been studied for antioxidant properties. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated green tea extracts. While generally considered safe in typical dietary amounts, very high doses of concentrated green tea extracts have been linked to liver issues in rare cases, though this is not typically seen with brewed green tea.