The main bioactive components in green tea are polyphenols known as catechins, especially epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), epigallocatechin (EGC), epicatechin gallate (ECG) and epicatechin (EC). EGCG makes up 59% of the catechins in green tea. Studies demonstrate that the body absorbs and circulates green tea catechins systemically after oral ingestion. Catechin byproducts can be found in … Continue reading The Health Benefits of Green Tea