Green tea represents a promising tool for the prevention of cardiovascular disorders.

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Green tea and cardiovascular disease: From molecular targets towards human

health – Source: Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care,

Nov 2008

by Nicoline Jochmann, et al.

October 29, 2008

Recent Findings: Consumption of green tea has been inversely associated with

the development and progression of cardiovascular diseases and

cardiovascular risk factors [more consumption, less risk].

Mechanisms that have been suggested as being involved in the anti-

atherosclerotic effects of green tea consumption primarily entail

anti-oxidative, anti-inflammatory, anti-proliferative, and anti-thrombotic

properties, as well as beneficial effects on endothelial function.

[Atherosclerosis is buildup of plaque on the inner lining of arteries -

“hardening” – which reduces ability of vessels to dilate as needed, and may

play a role in blockages and thrombi (clots).]

Moreover, evidence exists for myocardial effects of tea constituents,

including positive inotropic and anti-hypertrophic effects, and beneficial

impact in myocardial ischemia-reperfusion injury. [inotropic means to

increase cardiac contraction strength/output, and anti-hypertrophic means to

work against heart enlargement. Myocardial ischemia-reperfusion is when

blood supply to heart tissue is blocked or diminished, then returns,

resulting in inflammation and oxidative damage.]

Summary: Green tea represents a promising tool for the prevention of

cardiovascular disorders.

Source: Current Opinion in Clinical Nutrition and Metabolic Care, Nov 2008;

11(6):758-65 PMID: 18827581, by Jochmann N, Baumann G, Stangl V.

Medizinische Klinik mit Schwerpunkt Kardiologie und Angiologie, Charité

Universitätsmedizin Berlin, Campus Mitte, Berlin, Germany.

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