In addition it also raises the amount of other important antioxidants in the body such as glutathione reductase, glutathione S-transferase, catalase and quinone reductase. This may have important implications in aging . As an immune stimulant , green tea stimulates the production of many kinds of white blood cells. It also has direct antibacterial properties, even against the germs that cause dental plaque. Green tea also combats heart disease .
Green tea contains caffeine.
DOSE For protective effects, take 1 or 2 capsules daily.