General Dosage
400-500 mg EGCG daily, or 500-1,000 mg green tea extract (standardized to 50% EGCG)
Maximum dose: 800 mg EGCG/day; higher doses associated with liver toxicity reports
Green Tea Extract (EGCG) Dosage Guide
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Dosage Recommendations
General recommendation: 400-500 mg EGCG daily, or 500-1,000 mg green tea extract (standardized to 50% EGCG)
Timing: Take between meals or before exercise; avoid on empty stomach if sensitive
Dosage by Condition
Weight management
400-500 mg EGCG dailyModerate
Fat oxidation during exercise
300-400 mg EGCG 60-90 min before exerciseModerate
| Condition | Recommended Dose | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Weight management | 400-500 mg EGCG daily | Moderate |
| Fat oxidation during exercise | 300-400 mg EGCG 60-90 min before exercise | Moderate |
Upper limit: 800 mg EGCG/day; higher doses associated with liver toxicity reports
Timing & Absorption
Take between meals or before exercise; avoid on empty stomach if sensitive
Can be taken with or without food.
References
- Jurgens TM, Whelan AM, Killian L, et al. (2012). Green tea for weight loss and weight maintenance in overweight or obese adults. Cochrane Database of Systematic Reviews. DOI PubMed
- Dulloo AG, Duret C, Rohrer D, et al. (1999). Efficacy of a green tea extract rich in catechin polyphenols and caffeine in increasing 24-h energy expenditure and fat oxidation in humans. American Journal of Clinical Nutrition. DOI PubMed