Green Tea and IBS
Review of Tea Green There have been mixed reviews about the usefulness of green tea and Irritable Bowel Syndrome. However to clarify things, here is a quick review of green tea and the varieties available. The Bad... Green tea typically contains caffeine and this is known to be a bowel irritant since it increases the movement of the bowels which may lead to diarrhea.
The Good... Green Tea in general however is known to provide anti-inflammatory properties so this in itself, would help with your Irritable Bowel Syndrome symptoms. As a result, it would be useful to drink de-caffeinated green tea and the benefits are further increased if served hot. Historical research proves hot tea to be more effective than cold tea. How Much and When? It is only necessary to take 1-2 cups of de-caffeinated green tea per day, preferably in the morning and night. Always remember to drink lots of water throughout the day to help cleanse and flush out wastes from your body.
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