# Green Tea: Miracle Cure or 'Just' a Beverage? Keywords: green tea, polyphenols, catechins, EGCG, antioxidants, inflammation, multiple sclerosis, neuroprotection, health risks > This page explores the potential health benefits and risks of green tea, focusing on its bioactive compounds, effects on diseases like multiple sclerosis, and general health implications. ## Details - [Green Tea: What's Inside](#): Overview of the bioactive compounds in green tea, including polyphenols, caffeine, and minerals, and their potential health benefits. - [Green Tea and Health](#): Discussion on the health-promoting properties of green tea, such as reducing stress, protecting cells, and lowering risks of cardiovascular diseases. - [Green Tea and MS](#): Examination of studies on green tea's catechins, particularly EGCG, and their effects on multiple sclerosis, highlighting mixed results and potential risks. - [Caution: Too Much Green Tea Can Be Harmful](#): Advice on moderate consumption of green tea to avoid adverse effects like liver damage, heart palpitations, and digestive issues.