Epigallocatechin gallate: The most active constituent of green tea extract
EGCg from Designs for Health is a decaffeinated green tea extract obtained from Camellia sinensis leaves. Green tea consumption has been documented since 2700 BC, and numerous studies show strong associations between drinking 5-6 or more cups of green tea per day and beneficial effects on cardiometabolic health.
EGCg (epigallocatechin gallate) is one of the most studied green tea polyphenols, as it has been shown to account for many of the benefits observed when drinking dry green tea or green tea extract. It is the main catechin in green tea, accounting for 50–80% of the catechin content, or approximately 200–300 mg per cup of brewed green tea (from 5 g of dry green tea leaves).
Adults: Take 1 capsule daily with food, or as directed by a healthcare professional. Consult a healthcare professional for use beyond 12 weeks.
Medicinal Ingredients (per capsule): Green Tea Extract (Camellia sinensis-Leaf) (98% Polyphenols, 45% Epigallocatechin 3-gallate, 75% (+)-Catechin 20:1) ............................................... 500 mg Non-medicinal Ingredients: Hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate (vegetable source).
