Can It Be a Little too Green For Me?

I have been drinking green tea for awhile now primarily to burn fat and to boost my immunity. It is cheap to buy and you can find it almost anywhere. I have been consuming up to a minimum of three cups a day daily and sometimes more, as well as receiving additional doses of it from supplements to assist weight loss so I keep my resting metabolism going for longer. 

It seemed like a good idea and until recently I never thought it would do me any harm in the short term. How can this harmless green herb cause any problems for me now? I am not overweight and I am quite active as well so I was confident I will get away with some of the risks associated with high doses of caffeine in green tea or any other side effects. 

 I decided it was about time that I find out more details on how much green tea you can consume  safely and how much was too much. I wouldn't be too surprised if I happen to already be in the above recommended daily dose.

• Too much caffeine can cause nausea, insomnia or frequent urination.
• Scientists have warned the users that intake this tea in large amounts can pose danger to the kidney as well as the liver.
• Derived products from this kind of tea can pose a threat to your health as they contain polyphenols in large quantities.
• Pregnant women have been advised to lower their intake of these types of teas or eliminate it from your diet completely. EGCG can interfere with the child's growth which can create complications.
• Low birth weight
• Premature birth In some cases fatal death.You are sensitive to caffeine: If this is the case with you then restlessness, irritation, sleeping problems, tremors, heart palpitations and loss of appetite can be the problems you can face.
• You have a sensitive stomach:  Stomach related problems are very common with people consuming green tea. So you should add more milk and sugar if you notice these symptoms.
• You are young: Young children are advised not to drink coffee or tea because their body may not be comfortable and it may over stimulate them.
• Caffeine in green tea cause dehydration.

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