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May 26, 2008 |
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GREEN TEA EGCG CURBS ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE IN ANIMAL STUDY
Alzheimer's disease is characterized by the development of beta-amyloid
neurofibrillary tangles that replace the neuron pathways of the brain needed for memory.
Theoretically, a reduction in beta-amyloid plaque levels would curb the progress of and
memory loss associated with Alzheimer's disease.
In a recent study reported in Brain Research, EGCG of green tea reduced
beta-amyloid plaque levels and curbed memory loss in mice. This study, although performed
in mice, raises the possibility that EGCG may have the same effect in humans. Nevertheless,
no more than additional studies will tell us if drinking green tea is protective against
Alzheimer's disease. drpaulsupdates.org
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