What is green tea extract good for?

Green tea extract is derived from green tea leaves and has become increasingly popular in health supplements, skincare products, and even food. But what exactly can green tea extract do for you? Buckle up, folks! We’re about to embark on a journey through the many potential benefits of this mighty little plant.

Boosting Brain Power – Not Just for Cerebral Ninjas

Are you tired of constantly forgetting important information such as where you left your keys or why you walked into the kitchen in the first place? Fear not my forgetful friend, Green Tea Extract may be able to help!

Studies have shown that specific compounds found in green tea, known as catechins, can increase blood flow to the brain leading to improved cognitive function [1]. As if that wasn’t enough incentive (hint it IS), other research suggests that consuming green tea daily could potentially reduce your risk of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia [2].

Losing Weight While Still Eating Your Donuts

Who doesn’t love donuts? No one, except maybe stick-in-the-mud gym enthusiasts with bulging biceps…but I digress. Fortunately for us donut fans out there (and let’s face it…who isn’t?), consuming green tea extract may actually help aid weight loss efforts without having to eliminate our beloved snacks altogether (hip-hip-hooray).

The primary reason for this benefit lies within some wondrous antioxidants called epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG) which happen to be packed inside every leafy goodness found in Green Tea Extract. These antioxidants interact with fatty acids stored in our body & positively change their composition so they are easier utilized during exercise [“pretty neat”, right?] [3][4]

It should also be noted that drinking plain old black coffee while attempting to lose weight won’t measure up Mr(s). Impatient-with-slow-results. Due to its high content of caffeine, green tea extract would be a better contender as it not only spikes the body’s metabolism to melt away those stubborn pounds but also keeps your nerves calm af. Can black coffee do that? Didn’t think so!

The Real Life Fountain Of Youth

Aging is inevitable and although no one has discovered the ‘fountain of youth” yet (Bummer), some research suggests that Green Tea Extract may slow down DNA damage & thereby delaying skin aging by increasing collagen production [5]. Huzzah!

Looking for even more ways to keep Father Time at bay? You’re in luck! That potent EGCG we discussed earlier can work double duty to protect your skin from the harmful effects of UV rays AND pollution; both triggers for premature aging [6].

Battle Acne Like A Warrior (No Amount of Skincare Products Required)

Dealing with acne is truly one of the biggest struggles known to humankind (well probably #24 but still very aggravating!). Fortunately, using products containing green tea extract could potentially reduce inflammation associated with acne breakouts while regulating sebum production [7].

The polyphenols found in green tea extracts have many benefits including antibacterial potential and tissue healing properties; Pimple/Blemish Scars- anyone know her?

Mounting studies show topical application will benefit you far beyond just drinking this miraculous plant or taking supplements.

Keeping Your Ticker In Top Shape

Taking care of our heart health should always take priority every day/month/year etc.. A diet high in fat plus minimal exercise fast tracks cholesterol getting stuck inside our arteries like spaghetti strands sticking together when too much salt is added.

But hey, there’s good news (finally): Researchers believe that regular intake 4-5 servings per week) of green tea could potentially lower the risk of developing cardiovascular diseases since “it prevents artery clogging” thanks again catechins!!! EGCG’s role as an antioxidant also means it reduces oxidative stress in the body which prevents further damage [8]. Not so fun Fact: Cardiovascular diseases are the leading cause of death across men and women globally.

Shoo-ing away bad breath

No one wants to be known as the person with dreaded halitosis but if you’re like most people, morning breath is practically unavoidable. Fortunately, green tea extract may actually contain micronutrients that can help inhibit bacterial growth inside your mouth; reducing those chance stinky situations that maintain themselves throughout the day [9][10].

Say Goodbye To Baggy Eyes

We’ve all experienced sleepless nights or just downright lazy days that result in puffy eyes aka baggy ness when we wake up; luckily enough there is another solution beyond cucumber/water immersion.

Due again to our favorite Compound Polyphenols found only abundant naturally occurring substance found Green Tea Extract – this compound has excellent anti-inflammatory properties decreasing swelling around THE EYES..WOWZA! Rubbing cold tea-soaked cotton pads over your closed eyelids for 5-7 minutes will work wonders provided you don’t startle someone looking at a ghost (aka me).

No FEAR against Type II Diabetes

Apart from hereditary predispositions leading to higher risks of developing diabetes, other lifestyle factors such as Junk food habits and lack of exercise have become increasingly critical reasons why younger populations are being diagnosed with type II diabetes.[11]
Oh dear reader Fear not…Our savior Green tea extract possesses Metabolic-nudging abilities thereby positively affecting insulin levels by promoting glucose metabolism into cells among various advantages [12]. So drink more than your fair share!

A Quick Recap:
With its many potential benefits including increased brain function, weight loss support capabilities & skin rejuvenation qualities safe-guarding mental health along suppressing chronic illnesses singlehandedly[13].
Green Tea Extract is truly able to transform you into a potent, invincible force in this universe! Why not crack open a bottle of green tea extract capsules or add the flavor to your favourite cupcakes today?

References:

  1. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23995330/

  2. https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/green-tea

  3. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/green-tea-and-weight-loss#section1

  4. EGCG inhibits adipogenesis and prevents metabolic syndrome induced by high-fat diet in mice | FASEB J

  5. Epigallocatechin-3-Gallate (EGCG) Modulates Melanogenesis Via Regulating Microphthalmia-Associated Transcription Factor (MITF) Expression In Human Melanocytes | J Clin Aesthet Dermatol” []

  6. The polyphenon E mixture of green tea catechins reduces chemically-induced tongue carcinogenesis in Fischer rats through inhibition of cell proliferation and induction of apoptosis [http://cebp.aacrjournals.org/content/early/2009/01/05/)
    7.Efficacy And Safety Of Topical Green Tea Catechins Involving Acne Vulgaris: A Systematic Review And Meta-analysis – PubMed(https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=green+tea+extract&filter=simsearch1.fha)

8.Green Tea Consumption Is Associated With Reduced Incident Heart Disease In Asian Populations: A Meta-Analysis Of Prospective Cohort Studies – PubMed (nih.gov)(https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/?term=heart+disease%2C+green+tea&filter=simsearch1.fha)

9.Huang Y, Yang H-W, Lin K-HKT-L-. Antioxidant and antiproliferative activities of water extracts from Monascus-fermented soybean spent powders in various cancer cells. African Journal of Traditional Complementary and Alternative Medicines. 2014;11(3):9-20.

10.Green Tea Catechins Suppress Bacterial Infection | ScienceDirect

11.Type 2 diabetes review: prevalence, diagnosis, management and education Diabetes Metab Syndr Obes v2020 [(https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7061996/)
12.Favourable Effects of Green Tea on Blood, Liver and Kidney Parameters in Rats Fed High Fat Diet’s (https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org)

13.Clinical Applications of Polyphenols-Based Therapies: A Review (nih.gov)

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