Clues to the functions of epigallocatechin gallate are provided by the following study results. Scientific studies Antibacterial properties. In a randomized clinical trial, 36 patients who had MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) in the respiratory tract nasally inhaled a solution of tea catechins (3.7 g/L, 43% epigallocatechin gallate) in a physiological saline solution three times daily … Epigallocatechin Gallate: Functions
Interactions of epigallocatechin gallate with other agents (micronutrients, foods): Tea and non-heme iron Dietary iron exists either divalent as a component of the heme molecule (Fe2+) or in trivalent form (Fe3+). Heme iron is found mainly as hemoglobin and myohematin in meat, poultry, and fish. Non-heme iron is found in plants, dairy products, and in … Epigallocatechin Gallate: Interactions
Epigallocatechin gallate content – expressed in mg – per 100 g of foodstuff. Fruit Kiwis 0,09 Apples (Gala), with peel 0,11 Strawberries 0,11 Avocados 0,15 Pears 0,17 Apples (Golden Delicious), with skin 0,19 Apples (Granny Smith), with peel 0,24 Peaches 0,30 Plums 0,40 Raspberries 0,54 Blackberries 0,68 Cranberries 0,97 Nuts Pistachios 0,40 Hazelnuts 1,06 Pecans … Epigallocatechin Gallate: Food Products
Scientists published an intake NOAEL (No Observed Adverse Effect Level) in which no adverse effects were observed from the intake of epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). They identified a NOAEL of 600 mg daily of epigallocatechin gallate.In addition, they made a recommendation to establish a tolerable upper intake level (UL). Taking into account 100-fold safety factor, this … Epigallocatechin Gallate: Safety Assessment
