Category Archives: Catechin

Quercetin and Epicatechin

Posted on December 21, 2016 by Robert Barrington

Flavonoid rich foods such as tea, red wine and cocoa are increasingly being seen as beneficial to the health. Flavonoids are a group of polyphenolic compounds that possess in vitro antioxidant capabilities, and may confer antioxidant capacity to animal tissue … Continue reading →

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Tea With Milk?

Posted on December 11, 2016 by Robert Barrington
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Green Tea and Energy Expenditure

Posted on November 27, 2016 by Robert Barrington
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Green Tea for Multiple Sclerosis?

Posted on October 31, 2016 by Robert Barrington

Multiple sclerosis is a condition characterised by a weakness in the skeletal muscles. The causes of multiple sclerosis are not fully understood, but relate to an autoimmune condition of the nervous system that leads to a loss of the myelin … Continue reading →

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Reasons to Drink Green Tea

Posted on October 20, 2016 by Robert Barrington

Green tea has been extensively researched for its health effects in humans. Of all the foods with suspected health effects green tea has been possibly researched the most. Historical and anecdotal evidence suggest tea is beneficial to health. Cell culture, … Continue reading →

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Fat Loss Components of Tea

Posted on September 25, 2016 by Robert Barrington
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Are Green Tea Catechins Bioavailable?

Posted on August 29, 2016 by Robert Barrington

Green tea consumption is associated with a number of health effects including weight loss and protection from cancer and cardiovascular disease. This evidence is supported by results from animal experiments and human clinical trials. The reason for the health effects … Continue reading →

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Green Tea Increases Energy Expenditure

Posted on August 13, 2016 by Robert Barrington
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How Does Green Tea Cause Weight Loss?

Posted on August 11, 2016 by Robert Barrington

Tea is a drink that has traditionally been considered a health tonic. Modern science has corroborated this traditional belief, and many studies have provided evidence that regular consumption of tea confers a number of health benefits. The health benefits of … Continue reading →

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The Thermogenic Effects of Green Tea

Posted on August 10, 2016 by Robert Barrington

Tea is a decoction of the Camellia sinensis leaf. Tea comes in a number of different forms including green tea, oolong tea and black tea, with the degree of fermentation during processing determining the final product. Fermentation can alter the … Continue reading →

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