The claim
Consuming green tea with milk inhibits calcium absorption and negates the antioxidant benefits (catechins) of green tea.
Original publisher’s rating
Insight
Reviewed by Fact Crescendo Sri Lanka ↗ ·
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The review concludes that milk neither prevents calcium absorption nor eliminates green tea’s antioxidant benefits. It notes that milk proteins can bind some catechins, but describes the effects as limited and says research does not show significant negative health impacts.[S1]
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Sources and attribution
- [S1] Fact Crescendo Sri Lanka original review
Original review · Retrieved October 16, 2026
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