Green tea has long been known to have health benefits. In particular, it contains catechins called ECG and EGCG that are said to prolong life. These two substances belong to the group of polyphenols.

Packed with powerful antioxidants and other beneficial compounds, green tea has long been linked to better overall health.

In a recent study under review at the Scientific Reports journal and posted to the Research Square* preprint server, researchers assessed the impact of green tea catechin epigallocatechin gallate ...

While green tea isn't the secret key to preventing heart disease and is best included as part of an overall heart-healthy ...

In a recent study published in the journal Free Radical Biology and Medicine, researchers screened for neuroprotective compounds against Alzheimer’s disease (AD). Alzheimer’s disease, the sixth ...

Green tea has a reputation as a fat-burning, cancer-fighting beverage, in part because of its role in traditional — and healthful — Asian diets, but also because of its catechins, a group of compounds ...

Aging-US published "Green tea catechins EGCG and ECG enhance the fitness and lifespan of Caenorhabditis elegans by complex I inhibition" which reported that green tea catechins are associated with a ...

Green tea is gaining renewed attention for its potential to improve heart health and lower cholesterol, supported by recent studies linking it to reduced LDL levels and improved HDL. Experts credit ...

Share on Pinterest New research sheds light on the mechanisms that may explain why tea benefits blood pressure. Sara Johansen/Offset Drinking tea is associated with a range of health benefits, ...

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For many people, the day begins with a hot cup in hand. Some reach for coffee for that strong aroma and quick energy boost.