In countless cultures throughout history, tea has been regarded as a wonder. It has been considered a healing tonic, a brain stimulator, a relaxant, a life prolonger... in general, in centuries old lore, tea has been regarded as a panacea. Green tea, the oldest form, contains biochemical compounds called polyphenols, which include flavonoids. Flavonoids are antioxidants, which prevent cell damage thought to contribute to more than 50 illnesses. Green tea contains the flavonoid EGCg, a potent antioxidant.
Jarrow Formulas’ Green Tea is water extracted, produced from fresh leaves that are chopped, rolled, and quickly steamed, a process that retains polyphenols. Jarrow’s green tea consists of 50% polyphenols, including 33% catechins. Catechins are flavan monomers, the building blocks of OPCs. OPCs, OligoProanthoCyanidins, are polymers (or chains) of flavans. Catechins are generally more bioavailable and more potent an antioxidant than proanthocyanidins. The top quality green tea (Camellia sinesis) i
Ingredients:
Green Tea 5:1 Extract 500 mg
Suggested Use:
Take 1 to 5 capsules per day with food. If using in powder form, brew as a tea. Or, use as directed by your qualified health consultant.
Product Facts:
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Fat Calories 0
Total Fat (g) 0
Sat. Fat (g) 0
Cholesterol (mg) 0
Sodium (mg) 0
Potassium (mg) 0
Total Carbs (g) 0
Dietary Fiber (g) 0
Sugars (g) 0
Proteins (g) 0
