Green Tea Offers Potential Skin, Wellness and Oral Health Benefits

Green tea comes from the same plant as black tea but is processed less.

This helps it keep many natural compounds called antioxidants.

Antioxidants may help protect the body’s cells from damage.

Green tea may also soothe irritated skin and support a healthy-looking complexion.

Some of its compounds have been studied for acne, sun-related skin damage and oiliness, but the results are not guaranteed.

Drinking unsweetened green tea may fit into a healthy diet and could have a small effect on metabolism.

It cannot replace healthy food, exercise, sunscreen or medical care.

Green tea may also support oral health, but brushing, flossing and dental visits are still necessary.

People using it on their skin should patch-test it first because some ingredients may cause irritation.