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Green Tea Extract in SodaSlim: 58.5 mg EGCG, the Evidence and the Liver Question
SodaSlim lists 130 mg of green tea extract per capsule, which works out to about 97 mg of catechins and 58.5 mg of EGCG. EFSA links 800 mg of EGCG a day or more to early signs of liver damage (EFSA: green tea catechins (2018)), so the amount is far lower. NCCIH says green tea may have only a modest effect on body weight (NCCIH: green tea).
Written by the Sodaslimbalance editorial teamUpdated
The basics
What is the green tea extract in SodaSlim?
It is a concentrated extract of Camellia sinensis leaves, the plant behind every cup of green tea. SodaSlim lists 130 mg per capsule, on the fifth and last line of the Supplement Facts panel.
The label prints the strength in full: 98% polyphenols, 75% catechins, 45% EGCG and under 3% caffeine. Few weight products show that much detail, and it lets us do exact math rather than guess.
Catechins are the plant compounds tea is known for. EGCG, short for epigallocatechin gallate, is the main one and the one most studied.
| Label name | Green Tea Extract (Camellia sinensis)(leaf)(98% polyphenols, 75% catechins, 45% EGCG, <3% caffeine) |
|---|---|
| What it is | Camellia sinensis, leaf extract (catechins, egcg) |
| Position on the label | 5th line on the label |
| Per 1-capsule serving | 130 mg (about 97 mg catechins, about 58.5 mg EGCG) |
| Amount used in research | EFSA: 800 mg EGCG a day or more may bring early signs of liver damage |
| Strength of evidence | Modest at best |
| Main use studied | Tea catechins studied for weight |
| Main caution | Concentrated extracts are a well-established cause of rare liver injury; high doses can reduce the effect of nadolol. |
Per capsule
How much EGCG is in one SodaSlim capsule?
About 58.5 mg, which is 45% of the 130 mg extract. The other printed percentages turn into amounts the same way.
| Component | Printed strength | Amount per capsule |
|---|---|---|
| Green tea extract | 130 mg | 130 mg |
| Polyphenols | 98% | About 127 mg |
| Catechins | 75% | About 97 mg |
| EGCG | 45% | About 58.5 mg |
| Caffeine | Under 3% | Under 4 mg |
| Extraction solvent | Not published | Not published |
The tea's caffeine is tiny next to the 138 mg of caffeine anhydrous in the same capsule.
Evidence
Does green tea extract help with weight loss?
The best case is a small one. NCCIH says green tea catechins and caffeine "may have a modest effect on body weight" (NCCIH: green tea). Its broader weight-control page lists green tea extracts among supplements that have not been shown to be effective for weight loss (NCCIH: weight control).
Even in the studies that found something, the change was small. A capsule cannot stand in for eating less, moving more or sleeping well.
No trial has tested SodaSlim's mix of five ingredients. The front-label claims are the brand's words, marked with an asterisk because the FDA has not reviewed them.
Safety threshold
How does SodaSlim's EGCG compare with EFSA's liver warning?
SodaSlim's 58.5 mg is about 7% of the 800 mg level EFSA flagged. In 2018, EFSA said EGCG doses of 800 mg a day or more from supplements may be associated with initial signs of liver damage (EFSA: green tea catechins (2018)).
| Source | EGCG per day | What EFSA said |
|---|---|---|
| SodaSlim, 1 capsule | About 58.5 mg | Not assessed as a product |
| Brewed green tea | About 90-300 mg | Generally safe |
| Supplements | 800 mg or more | May bring initial signs of liver damage |
There is a catch. EFSA's experts were unable to identify a safe dose for supplements. A low amount is reassuring, but it is not a guarantee. That is why the warning signs further down still matter.
Liver data
Can green tea extract harm the liver?
Rarely, yes. LiverTox counts more than 100 published cases of liver injury blamed on green tea extract and gives it likelihood score A, its label for a well-established cause (LiverTox: green tea).
Well established
The highest likelihood grade in LiverTox. Cases came at about 800 mg to 1.9 g of extract a day (LiverTox: green tea).
Ethanol extracts
NIH ODS counts at least 50 case reports tied to ethanolic extracts since 2006 (NIH ODS: green tea and liver).
Enzymes rose
In a 12-month trial, 1,021 women took 1,315 mg of catechins a day, and liver enzymes rose in some (NIH ODS: green tea and liver).
SodaSlim's 130 mg of extract sits well below the amounts in those cases. The label does not say whether its extract is made with ethanol. It also contains garcinia, a second ingredient with liver reports; see garcinia in SodaSlim.
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Should you take green tea extract with food?
Yes. NIH ODS reports that USP (U.S. Pharmacopeia) advises taking green tea extracts with food (NIH ODS: green tea and liver). The SodaSlim label does not mention meals, so this is an easy habit to add.
A morning capsule with breakfast fits both pieces of advice: food for the tea extract, and an early hour for the caffeine. Our how to use SodaSlim guide shows the full routine.
- Take the capsule with a meal, not on an empty stomach
- Skip extra green tea extract products while on SodaSlim
- Brewed tea in normal amounts sits in EFSA's generally safe range
Medicine alert
Does green tea interact with nadolol?
It can. NCCIH says high doses of green tea can reduce the effect of nadolol (NCCIH: green tea).
If you take nadolol, ask your doctor before starting SodaSlim. The label already asks anyone on medication to consult a physician.
Know the signs
What are the warning signs of a liver problem?
Stop SodaSlim and call a doctor if you notice any of these. They are general signs of liver injury listed in LiverTox (LiverTox: green tea).
Dark urine, yellow skin or eyes, pain in the belly, or unusual tiredness. Tell the doctor every supplement you take, including SodaSlim.
People with liver disease should ask before using any product with green tea extract. More on reactions across the whole formula: SodaSlim side effects.
Bottom line
Is the green tea extract in SodaSlim worth having?
It is a fair, clearly labeled amount with weak promise. The EGCG dose is low next to EFSA's threshold, which is good for safety. The weight evidence is modest at best.
Think of it as a small extra rather than the reason to buy. Take it with food, watch for the warning signs, and check with your doctor if you take nadolol.
FAQ
Green tea extract in SodaSlim: common questions
How much EGCG is in SodaSlim?
About 58.5 mg per capsule. The label lists 130 mg of green tea extract standardized to 45% EGCG, and 45% of 130 mg is 58.5 mg. At one capsule a day, that is about 7% of the 800 mg level EFSA linked to early signs of liver damage.
Is green tea extract safe for your liver?
For most people at low doses, the risk appears small, but it is real. LiverTox rates green tea extract a well-established cause of rare liver injury, with more than 100 published cases. EFSA could not identify a safe supplement dose, so watch for dark urine or yellowing.
Does green tea extract help you lose weight?
Only a little, if at all. NCCIH says green tea catechins and caffeine may have a modest effect on body weight. Its weight-control page lists green tea extracts among supplements not shown to be effective, and no trial has tested SodaSlim itself.
How much caffeine does SodaSlim's green tea extract add?
Under 4 mg per capsule. The label caps caffeine at under 3% of the 130 mg extract. That is tiny next to the 138 mg of caffeine anhydrous listed separately in the same capsule, which is where nearly all of SodaSlim's caffeine comes from.
Should I take green tea extract with food?
Yes. NIH ODS reports that USP advises taking green tea extracts with food. The SodaSlim label does not mention meals, but taking the capsule with breakfast follows that advice and keeps its caffeine early in the day.
Can I take SodaSlim with nadolol?
Ask your doctor first. NCCIH says high doses of green tea can reduce the effect of the prescription drug nadolol. SodaSlim's amount is modest, but the label asks anyone on medication to consult a physician before use, and nadolol is a clear case for that check.
Is drinking green tea the same as taking the extract?
Not quite. EFSA considers brewed tea, at about 90-300 mg of EGCG a day, generally safe. Its concern is concentrated supplements, which deliver catechins in one dose. NCCIH notes that reported liver injury mostly involves extracts, not cups of tea.
Who wrote this
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A small team that reads the SodaSlim label line by line, checks every number against public health sources (NIH ODS, NCCIH, LiverTox, EFSA, CDC, NIDDK, FDA, FTC) and rewrites it in plain English. We do not write for the manufacturer, and we update a page whenever the label, the prices or the evidence changes.
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