Epigallokatekiinigallatti ja sen sukuiset funktionaaliset kasvimolekyylit

Naturally found in various foods'

 

• Epigallokatekiinigallaatti ja  sen sukuiset yhdisteet 

EGCG is probably best known for its role as the major active compound in green tea.
In fact, the numerous health benefits associated with drinking green tea are typically credited to its EGCG content (1Trusted Source).

Though EGCG is predominantly found in green tea, it also exists in small amounts in other foods, such as (3):

• Tea: green, white, oolong, and black teas
• Fruits: cranberries, strawberries, blackberries, kiwis, cherries, pears, peaches, apples, and avocados
• Nuts: pecans, pistachios, and hazelnuts

While EGCG is the most researched and potent catechin, other types like epicatechin, epigallocatechin, and epicatechin 3-gallate may offer similar benefits. Plus, many of them are more widely available in the food supply (3, 4Trusted Source).

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Red wine, dark chocolate, legumes, and most fruit are a few examples of foods that offer a hefty dose of health-promoting catechins (5Trusted Source).