Catechins

Catechins

Catechins are polyphenols most often found in green tea. They are also present in smaller amounts in black tea, grapes, wine, and chocolate. The catechins in green tea include gallocatechin (GC), epigallocatechin (EGC), epicatechin (EC), and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). They are potent antioxidants and are being studied for their beneficial effects on heart health and blood sugar, as well as their cancer-preventive potential.

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Grapes
Grapes have been cultivated for as long as 5,000 years and are classified as “European” (Thomson Seedless, Flame Seedless, Red Globe) or “American” (Concord, Steuben, Delaware)...
Red Wine
Red wine has been enjoyed throughout the ages...
Tea
Used by the Ancient Chinese, the Greeks, Medieval herbalists, and scholars of the Enlightenment for their medicinal purposes, black tea, green tea, and oolong tea come from the Camellia sinensis plant...
Cocoa
Chocolate lovers rejoice! Cocoa has been enjoyed for thousands of years by ancient cultures including the Aztecs and Mayans...