Green tea compound could help in the battle against super bugs

As the antibiotic resistance crisis deepens, experts are looking for new angles. A new study concludes that a compound found in green tea could be useful.

Does L-theanine have health benefits?

L-theanine is a natural compound that is present in green tea and black tea. In this article, we look at the potential health benefits and risks of L-theanine as well as its dosage.

What are some skin-friendly foods?

Many foods can benefit the skin, including salmon, avocados, green tea, and several kinds of seeds and nuts.

How a green tea compound could prevent Alzheimer’s

Researchers reveal how a compound in green tea called EGCG prevents the formation of toxic beta-amyloid plaques, which are a hallmark of Alzheimer’s.

Green tea compound may reduce the harms of a Western diet

A Western diet has been linked to obesity, insulin resistance, and memory impairment. A green tea compound may help to offset these effects, study finds.

Green tea compound could help treat Down syndrome

Researchers suggest a compound in green tea called epigallocatechin gallate may improve cognitive function for people with Down syndrome.

Consuming iron with green tea may lessen tea’s benefits

Although drinking green tea is linked to many health benefits, a new study suggests that when consumed with iron, the main compound in green tea binds to it, reducing benefits.

Green tea compound shows promise for treating rheumatoid arthritis

EGCG – a compound abundant in green tea – was found to reduce ankle swelling in mouse models of rheumatoid arthritis, suggesting it could be a promising treatment for the disease.

Could too much green tea be harmful to health?

Fruit flies exposed to large amounts of green tea showed impaired reproductive function and development in a new study, raising concerns about excessive consumption in humans.

Drinking green tea before taking supplements may offer protection from toxicity

As high doses of green tea extract supplements for weight loss become more popular, potential liver toxicity becomes a concern.

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