Not at all. Green tea has been part of the Chinese diet for over 3000 years. Recent research has shown that there are a significant number of health benefits that come from drinking green tea, or including a green tea extract in our diet. Cancer prevention / inhibition, applications of antioxidants, weight management, anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial properties have been investigated so far. Some reports show green tea may be able to help prevent certain types of cancer develops. Green tea contains chemicals known as polyphenols, which have antioxidant properties. An antioxidant is a compound that blocks the action of activated oxygen molecules known as free radicals, which can damage the cells. Burn Fat Sadly though, while studies have shown that green tea can reduce fat and increase metabolism, most of the work has been carried out in test tubes and animals such as rats and mice. In fact, very few studies have examined the potential loss or fat burning green tea weigh