Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
- Active Ingredient : -Polyphenols 50%, Polyphenols 60% & Polyphenols 70%
- Common Name : Green Tea
- Chemical Constituents and Components : Main chemical components are caffeine, catechins, epigallocatechin, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), malic acid, oxalic acid, theophylline, theobromine, xanthine, inositol, kaempferol and quercetin.
Action :
Polyphenols :
1. It acts as a strong anti-oxidant to scavenge free radicals and regulate certain metal chelat ion reactions.
2. It significantly reduces membrane fluidity in both hydrophilic and hydrophobic regions of lipid bilayer.
3. It lowers inflammation in coronary artery diseases.
4. It prevents chronic ethanol toxicity, caused by high fat diet.
5. It prevents ultra-violet induced oxidative effect and suppression of immune system.
6. It reduces platelet aggregation and lowers cholesterol.
Curing Diseases : 1. It possesses antibacterial, antiseptic, antioxidant and detoxifying properties.
2. It is helpful in curing arthritis and asthma.
3. It is helpful in maintaining constant weight.
4. It enhances the liver functioning and immune system.
5. It is helpful in mental disorders, skin disorders and cardiovascular diseases.
Research Information : Leaves of Camellia sinensis increase the body resistance against biological, physical and chemical stressors. It is known as a good adaptogen. (Ref. Esimone, Charles O. and et.al., Adaptogenic potentials of Camellia sinensis seeds, Garcinia kola and Kola nitida seeds, Academic journals, 07/07).
Possible Combinations : Camellia sinensis seed + garcinia kola seed + kola nitida seed (used as adaptogen).