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Green tea contains health-promoting polyphenols including epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), a powerful antioxidant which has been the subject of extensive scientific research. The antioxidant activity of EGCG is about 25–100 times that of vitamins C and E.173 One cup of green tea may provide 10–40 mg of polyphenols and has antioxidant effects that are greater than a serving of broccoli, spinach, carrots or strawberries.
Green tea has been shown to provide many benefits including:174
- Scavenging reactive oxygen species such as superoxide and the hydroxyl and peroxyl radical175-179
- Fluid-stabilizing properties179-183
- Possibly promoting weight loss184-187
- Boosting the effectiveness of enzymatic phase II
detoxification188-194
- Helping maintain healthy cell proliferation195-202
- Helping maintain healthy blood cholesterol, LDL and triglyceride levels already within normal range203-208
- Enhancing immune function209-216
- Displaying protective effects on brain tissues217-219
The botanical extract in Mega Green Tea Extract has been concentrated and dual standardized to ensure the highest quality, consistency and biological activity. This advanced extract contains 98% total polyphenols and 45% epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG).
This supplement should be taken in conjunction with a healthy diet and regular exercise program. Results may vary.
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| Supplement Facts |
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Serving Size 1 vegetarian capsule
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Servings Per Container 100
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| Amount Per Serving |
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Green Tea (Camellia sinensis) Decaffeinated Extract (leaf) [std. to 98% polyphenols by UV (710.5 mg), 45% EGCG by HPLC (326.25 mg)]
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725 mg
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Other ingredients: vegetable cellulose (capsule), vegetable stearate, rice flour.
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Contains rice.
This product contains NO milk, egg, fish, peanuts, crustacean shellfish (lobster, crab, shrimp), soybeans, tree nuts, wheat, yeast, gluten, or corn. Contains NO sugar, and no artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors, or preservatives.
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Take one capsule daily with or without food, or as recommended by a healthcare practitioner.
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Each serving contains a small amount of caffeine (max. of 3.6 mg). Since one cup of decaffeinated tea contains at least 9 mg of caffeine, the amount of caffeine in this supplement will most likely not induce a stimulating effect.
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