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Febuary 4, 2008 |
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GREEN TEA EGCG REDUCES ACID-INDUCED CARDIAC AND SKELETAL DAMAGE IN LABORATORY STUDY
One of the last things we need during a heart attack is an overstimulated heart. Increased
stimulation increases oxygen needs and subsequent increased acid-induced cardiac muscle damage. Similarly,
excessive acid (e.g., lactic acid) buildup in skeletal muscle increases the possibility of skeletal muscle damage.
EGCG of green tea has been studied recently as a cardioprotective agent, possibly reducing damage
associated with heart attacks. A recent laboratory study reported in the European Journal of Physiology (Pflugers
Archiv) adds support to the hypothesis that EGCG blunts the damaging affect of acid-induced cardiac and skeletal
muscle damage.
After drinking green tea EGCG is present in our bloodstreams. Will this EGCG minimize acid-induced
damage during a heart attack? Will it minimize overexertion-related skeletal muscle damage? Perhaps future studies
will help us find answers.
Copyright ? 2008 Dr. Paul's School of Tea and Health, LLC.
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