Catechin

Theaflavins may mitigate aging associated cognitive dysfunction via the microbiota−gut−brain axis

15-May-2023

Emerging reports linking the gut microbiota to cognitive dysfunction have provided researchers a potential avenue to enhance cognition via gut microbiota modulation.

Green tea daily wards off influenza and other respiratory viruses, say researchers

18-Jan-2022 By Nicola Gordon-Seymour

Results from a review and meta-analysis on the effects tea catechins on influenza and other upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) reveals “significant preventative effects.”

Study suggests mechanism of action for tea’s antihypertensive abilities

10-Mar-2021 By Will Chu

A new study has outlined one possible mechanism of action of tea compounds that involve the activation of ion channel proteins in the blood vessel wall, relaxing the structure and thus reducing blood pressure.

Pycnogenol joint health benefits illuminated in unique trial

04-Oct-2017 By Stephen Daniells

The potential joint health benefits of Pycnogenol, an extract from French Maritime Pine bark, are linked to its ability to absorb directly into the synovial fluid, says a new study with patients with osteoarthritis.

AIDP to market and distribute Plandaí’s Phytofare Catechin Complex

05-Apr-2016 By Stephen Daniells

Functional ingredients supplier AIDP will to market and distribute Plandaí Biotechnology, Inc.’s Phytofare  Catechin Complex to the functional foods and nutraceutical industries.

Plandaí inks deal for distribution of Phyotofare extracts in India

30-Oct-2015 By Hank Schultz

Plandaí Biotechnology, Inc., a company that produces a line of extracts branded as Phytofare, has concluded a deal for the distribution of its ingredients in India.

Special edition: beauty from within

Green tea's not just about health; it's a beauty ingredient, too, Taiyo says

19-Mar-2015 By Hank Schultz

The beauty-from-within market is one of those that is perennially not quite ready for prime time, at least in North America. But officials at Taiyo International believe that’s about to change, and the company stands ready to benefit with a green tea...

Special edition: Inside Europe's food supplement markets

Polish polyphenol study identifies coffee, tea and chocolate as top contributors

24-Sep-2014 By Nathan Gray

A population-level analysis of polyphenol intakes in Poland has revealed that coffee, tea and chocolate contribute around 75% of the polyphenols consumed in the country.

Onion extracts may boost uptake of berry polyphenols: Study

28-Mar-2014 By Stephen DANIELLS

The bioavailability of a commercial strawberry–cranberry extracts blend may be boosted by combining the supplement with an onion extract, says a new study from Canada.

Special edition: Polyphenols

The big challenges in polyphenols: Providing credible evidence and a quality supply chain

28-Jan-2014 By Nathan Gray

With surging interest in the potential health benefits of polyphenols around the globe, experts suggest that there are still some major sticking points in the polyphenol success story.

'Compelling data': RCT shows blueberry flavonoids boost endothelial function and heart health

11-Sep-2013 By Stephen DANIELLS

Flavonoids from blueberries may improve vascular function in healthy men, according to findings of two randomized, controlled, double-blind, crossover human-intervention trials from Europe.

Plandai announces licensing agreement to bring its highly bioavailable extracts to market

24-Apr-2013 By Hank Schultz

Plandai Biotechnology, a company built on a technology offering higher levels of bioavailability for its plant extracts, has entered into a licensing arrangement with a UK company covering the development of its line of extracts based on a new technology.

Green tea supplements may benefit skin from within

28-Jan-2013 By Stephen DANIELLS

Oral supplements containing extracts from green tea may help protect against sunburn and the longer-term effects of UV damage, says a new study from the UK.

Cocoa and green tea extracts show anti-inflammatory benefits: Study

06-Aug-2012

Flavanol-rich extracts from cocoa and green tea may reduce markers of oxidative stress and inflammation in obese adults at risk for insulin resistance, says a new study.

Catechin-enriched green tea shows fat busting potential: RCT

17-Feb-2012 By Stephen Daniells

Green tea enriched with catechins may reduce body fat levels, says a new study that supports the weight management potential of the beverage.

Plandaí Biotech promises extracts with bioavailability ‘far beyond anything on the market’

13-Feb-2012 By Elaine Watson

A new firm promising to take the plant extracts market by storm with never-before-seen levels of bioavailability for green tea, citrus and lycopene extracts, says its first products will be commercially available in 2013 under the Phytofare brand.

Cocoa’s benefits linked to anti-inflammatory potential: Human data

11-Aug-2011 By Stephen Daniells

The potential health benefits of cocoa polyphenols may be linked to their anti-inflammatory potential, suggests data from a human study from the University of Barcelona, Spain.

Alkaline processing reduces cocoa's flavanol content, study

14-Mar-2011 By Jane Byrne

Alkali processing causes a loss of up to 98 per cent on epicatechin in the final chocolate based product, claims Hershey company based scientists evaluating the effect of conventional production methods of cocoa beans on flavanols levels.

Green tea antioxidants more bioavailable than thought?

22-Jan-2010 By Stephen Daniells

The bioavailability of antioxidant catechins from green tea may be more than previously thought, says a new study from Italy.

Green tea extracts linked to healthier bones: Study

06-Aug-2009 By Stephen Daniells

Compounds from green tea may lead to stronger bones by promoting bone formation, while also inhibiting bone resorption, which leads to weakening, suggests a new cell study.

Green tea catechins go nano: study

28-Jul-2008 By Stephen Daniells

The controlled release of green tea catechins may be achieved by encapsulated in chitosan-tripolyphosphate nanoparticles, suggests new research.

Black tea shows blood sugar benefits

24-Oct-2007 By Stephen Daniells

A one gram drink of black tea may have the potential to stimulate
an insulin response and reduce blood sugar levels, suggests new
research from England.

Green tea may halve prostate cancer risk

12-Oct-2007 By Stephen Daniells

Drinking five cups of green tea a day may reduce the risk of
prostate cancer by 48 per cent, reports a new study from Japan.

Green tea may cut oral cancer risk - study

22-Aug-2007 By Stephen Daniells

Drinking five or more cups of green tea a day may reduce a woman's
risk of mouth cancer, but men may not experience similar benefits,
suggests a new study from Japan.

Scientists propose new process for high-flavonoid cocoa

03-May-2007 By Stephen Daniells

Scientists in Spain are reporting development of a new process to
make cocoa powder with eight times the levels of some flavonoids
linked to chocolate's beneficial effects.

Natraceutical sterilisation preserves antioxidants, heat-sensitive compounds

21-Jun-2006 By Jess Halliday

Spanish biotech Natraceutical has developed a sterilisation process
involving supercritical CO2 that is said to remove contaminants
without compromising functional compounds, as well as reduce
processing costs.

Tea marketed as health beverage

18-Feb-2003

Taking advantage of current research that has uncovered the
powerful active ingredients in tea, such as polyphenols and
flavonoids, both potent antioxidants, Honest Tea is launching an
organic bottled tea.

Green tea catechins can protect cartilage, study shows

08-Mar-2002

The catechins found in green tea may benefit arthritis patients by
reducing the degradation of cartilage, according to an in vitro
study conducted at the University of Sheffield Medical School in
the UK.