Abstract:Green tea leaves (Camellia sinensis, Family Theaceae) have been consumed in the form of beverage since long, but their widespread health benefits have been discovered relatively recently. Epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) is a polyphenol found abundantly in these leaves. It is a potent antioxidant which helps greatly in combating the oxidative stress generated in the body during various physiological processes. Oxidative stress plays a great role in the development of various chronic diseases such as heart disea… Show more
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