The antioxidant and pro-oxidant activities of green tea polyphenols: a role in cancer prevention.
Published Sep 1, 2010 · J. Lambert, R. Elias
Archives of biochemistry and biophysics
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Study Snapshot
Key takeawayGreen tea polyphenols, particularly EGCG, may inhibit cancer progression by inducing apoptosis in tumor cells and inducing endogenous antioxidant systems in normal tissues.
PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)
Sample size24
MethodsObservational
OutcomesBody Mass Index projections
ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.