Epigallocatechin-3-gallate
Epigallocatechin-3-gallate (also known as EGCG) is a type of catechin. Catechins are natural antioxidants that help prevent cell damage and provide other benefits. EGCG is one of the most powerful compounds in green tea and has been studied extensively for its potential health benefits.
Health Benefits[edit | edit source]
EGCG has been linked to various health benefits, many of which are related to its potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Heart Health[edit | edit source]
EGCG can help improve heart health by reducing cholesterol levels and preventing the oxidation of LDL cholesterol, a key factor in heart disease.
Brain Health[edit | edit source]
EGCG can help protect neurons from damage, potentially reducing the risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease.
Cancer Prevention[edit | edit source]
Research suggests that EGCG may help prevent various types of cancer, including breast cancer, prostate cancer, and lung cancer, by inhibiting cancer cell growth and promoting cell death.
Weight Loss[edit | edit source]
EGCG can help promote weight loss by boosting metabolism and fat burning.
Side Effects[edit | edit source]
While EGCG is generally considered safe, high doses can cause nausea, stomach upset, and kidney damage. It's also important to note that green tea contains caffeine, which can cause side effects in some people.
Conclusion[edit | edit source]
EGCG is a powerful antioxidant with numerous potential health benefits. However, more research is needed to fully understand its effects and optimal dosage.
| Epigallocatechin-3-gallate Resources | ||
|---|---|---|
|
| |
Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes
Search WikiMD
Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro / Zepbound) available.
Advertise on WikiMD
WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.
Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.
Translate this page: - East Asian
中文,
日本,
한국어,
South Asian
हिन्दी,
தமிழ்,
తెలుగు,
Urdu,
ಕನ್ನಡ,
Southeast Asian
Indonesian,
Vietnamese,
Thai,
မြန်မာဘာသာ,
বাংলা
European
español,
Deutsch,
français,
Greek,
português do Brasil,
polski,
română,
русский,
Nederlands,
norsk,
svenska,
suomi,
Italian
Middle Eastern & African
عربى,
Turkish,
Persian,
Hebrew,
Afrikaans,
isiZulu,
Kiswahili,
Other
Bulgarian,
Hungarian,
Czech,
Swedish,
മലയാളം,
मराठी,
ਪੰਜਾਬੀ,
ગુજરાતી,
Portuguese,
Ukrainian
Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD
