See also : [[Matcha]]<br>Before undergoing a fermentation process that turns it into the black tea widely enjoyed by millions of Americans today, green tea, also known as Camellia sinensis, naturally contains a variety of antiviral and anti-cancer compounds with many proven health benefits. And a recent review published in the journal Molecular Nutrition & Food Research explains that consuming green tea can specifically help prevent against ovarian, endometrial, cervical, and various other forms of gynecologic cancer.
==Special Precautions of Green Tea==
*To date, little is known about the side effects and safety concerns associated with use of green supplements. Since many green tea supplements contain caffeine, it's important to take caution if you're concerned about caffeine-related adverse effects (such as anxiety, increased heart rate and blood pressure, and the worsening of ulcer symptoms).