Supplement × Supplement·a caution·Emerging evidence

Bitter Melon + Green Tea Extract

Caution Emerging evidence

Both can cause GI upset, and concentrated extracts may add liver-safety uncertainty in susceptible people.

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Pair type
Caution
Evidence
Emerging
Source citations
1
Scope
Supplement × Supplement
Last verified
June 4, 2026
CautionEmerging evidence

What is happening. Both can cause GI upset, and concentrated extracts may add liver-safety uncertainty in susceptible people.

Mechanism. Potential additive GI intolerance and extract-related hepatic stress.

Recommendation. Use lower doses and avoid in liver disease unless clinician-directed.

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If both Bitter Melon and Green Tea Extract are in the same stack, this pair applies −5 to your Stack Score (per scored caution row).

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  • 1Joseph B et al. Momordica charantia review. J Ethnopharmacol. 2013.Needs sourceNo link

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