April 12th, 2008
In a mice study, the green tea compound EGCG has been found to significantly inhibit breast cancer growth.
EGCG (epigallocatechin-3- gallate) is a known antioxidant — helps prevent the body’s cells from becoming damaged and prematurely aged.
Studies have suggested that the combination of green tea and EGCG may also be beneficial by providing protection against certain […]
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November 29th, 2007
We know how green tea has become popular for its anti-cancer ingredients.
Now, Moffitt Cancer Center is looking for volunteers/participants in a green tea study:
Moffitt Cancer Center is looking to recruit and treat 240 men and evaluate safety and effectiveness of Polyphenon E, a drug developed from green tea, in preventing the progression of early signs […]
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August 22nd, 2007
Coffee addict. That’s me. I cannot start the day without coffee and I cannot go on with my day without having more coffee somewhere in between. I need the perk that the caffeine in coffee provides. I cannot remember exactly when I started drinking coffee. But I guess it must be early in my teens, […]
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August 13th, 2006
Oxy-Q, a proprietary pill by Farr Laboratories, LLC that combines the active components of turmeric and onions, in a pilot clinical trial has been shown to reduce both the size and number of precancerous colon polyps.
The study used the unique blend of curcumin found in turmeric and quercetin found in onions and green tea, […]
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