Category Archives: Catechin

Coconut Oil and Catchins

Posted on March 7, 2020 by Robert Barrington
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On The Chemistry of Green Tea Catechins

Posted on February 25, 2020 by Robert Barrington

Green tea catechins are a group of flavonoids that have been shown to have biological effects in humans and animals. The catechins are absorbed from green tea and then have anti-cancer, cardioprotective and weight loss effects. However, green tea catechins … Continue reading →

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Another Reason that Green Tea is a Healthy Drink

Posted on September 25, 2019 by Robert Barrington

Green tea is considered a healthy drink. This is based on a large body of evidence that shows that regular consumption of green tea may have a number of beneficial health effects. In particular, green tea has been shown to … Continue reading →

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Green Tea Catechin Chemistry

Posted on March 23, 2019 by Robert Barrington
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Green Tea Catechins: Protective of Caffeine Induce Anxiety

Posted on October 24, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Caffeine is able to activate noradrenaline release through the activation of noradrenergic neurones. This may in turn then have a modulating effect on the synthesis and release of dopamine. Caffeine can therefore elevate levels of a number of excitatory neurotransmitters … Continue reading →

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Are Green Tea Catechins Appetite Suppressants?

Posted on August 6, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Flavonoids are a group of phytochemicals with antioxidant effects in humans. As flavonoid intakes increase, the risk of many Western lifestyle diseases decreases. In particular, high intakes of flavonoids have been shown to decrease the risk of cardiovascular disease and … Continue reading →

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Flavonoids: What Are They, And Do You Need Them?

Posted on August 3, 2018 by Robert Barrington

There is a growing wave of interest regarding the benefits of dietary antioxidants, and for good reason. Dietary antioxidants may play a pivotal role in disease prevention and the provision of optimal health. Antioxidants are chemicals that can inhibit free … Continue reading →

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Green Tea Supplements: Are You Getting What You Think?

Posted on June 29, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Green tea is a form of traditional tea made from the Camellia sinensis plant. Green tea has become a popular health supplement and is now widely available from health food stores. This relates to research showing beneficial effects for green … Continue reading →

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Yarumo (Cecropia glaziovii): Anxiety and Depression Treatment

Posted on June 5, 2018 by Robert Barrington

Yarumo (Cecropia glaziovii) is an evergreen tree that is found growing in tropical areas of Central and South America. Yarumo can grow up to 15 meters tall and is used as a source of food and as a source of … Continue reading →

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Green Tea Catechins Suppress Appetite

Posted on April 15, 2018 by Robert Barrington
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