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Green Tea is a substance that is being studied in the prevention of cancer. It is made from decaffeinated green tea, and contains chemicals called catechins, which are antioxidants. Also called Polyphenon E.

Roasted green tea boosts mental task performance, study finds

Study examines how the consumption of green tea and roasted green tea affects human responses during mental tasks, demonstrating that roasted green tea can enhance performance and reduce fatigue.

15 Apr 2024

Study reveals high dietary supplement use among transmasculine individuals

More than 1 million people in the United States identify as transgender; however, there is limited research on nutrition-related health outcomes for transgender people.

25 Mar 2024

The efficacy of the Mediterranean diet on health outcomes in adults with cancer

A new study published in Nature explores the safety and benefits of this diet in adults with cancer, in addition to its feasibility in this population.

15 Mar 2024

Tea consumption increases bone density and reduces the risk of osteoporosis

The causal relationship between tea consumption and total-body (TB) bone mineral density (BMD).

27 Feb 2024

Green tea does not lower the risk of lung cancer

Whether green tea consumption was associated with a lower risk of lung cancer.

22 Feb 2024

What natural compounds can help you manage your rosacea?

Researchers reviewed existing data on rosacea management using botanicals.

7 Feb 2024

Isoflavones shine in preventing breast cancer relapse and death

Soy compounds called isoflavones are among the plant-derived compounds that may significantly reduce the risk of breast cancer recurrence or death, according to a new meta-analysis co-directed by investigators from the Johns Hopkins Kimmel Cancer Center.

11 Jan 2024

Natural compounds show promise in modulating heme breakdown, offering new therapeutic avenues

Study explores the impact of natural compounds on bilirubin production and heme catabolic pathway modulation, highlighting their potential in treating neurodegenerative and cardiovascular diseases.

3 Jan 2024

EGCG effect: Study suggests green tea compound may ease inflammatory iron deficiency

Whether a polyphenol found in green tea, reduces inflammation.

3 Jan 2024

Multi-ingredient herbal supplement boosts cognitive speed and gut health in seniors

In a study on elderly patients with subjective memory decline, a 90-day herbal supplement regimen improved cognitive task speed and altered gut microbiota, despite causing memory deficits. This intervention increased urinary tyrosine levels, suggesting a dopaminergic activity role in cognitive enhancements.

26 Nov 2023

Green tea-silver nanoparticles: A promising weapon against superbugs

Once upon a time, people believed to be invincible against bacterial diseases, thanks to the antibiotics. Does this sound like a fairy tale? By all means! Nothing could be further from the truth.

17 Nov 2023

Sugar-sweetened beverages pose a potential risk of ADHD

The consumption of sugar-sweetened beverages was associated with ADHD.

19 Oct 2023

Impact of caffeine consumption on oxidation of fats: common themes and future research

The association between caffeine consumption and fat oxidation.

12 Oct 2023

Green, matcha, and black tea: Effective weapons against Omicron subvariants, research reveals

The efficacy of tea and its catechins in deactivating the Omicron subvariant.

5 Oct 2023

Could plant-based phytonutrients be the secret weapon against obesity?

This comprehensive review in the journal Foods explores the therapeutic potential of phytonutrients in combating obesity. The paper delves into various plant-based compounds like polyphenols, alkaloids, and terpenoids, detailing their mechanisms of action in inhibiting fat accumulation, regulating metabolism, and even altering gut microbiota.

1 Oct 2023