Catechin
Overview
Catechin is the single molecule (monomer) of the positive stereoisomer of Catechin (Flavan-3-ol) - a Flavanol (which many other Bioflavonoids’ molecular structures are based on).
Health Benefits of Catechin
Aging & Life Extension
Catechin is a potent Antioxidants.
Detoxification
Catechin may protect the Liver from Alcohol damage.
Digestive System
Catechin may help to prevent Ulcers - Gastric (by inhibiting the excessive production of Histamine within the Gastric Mucosa by the Histidine Decarboxylase enzyme). [1]
Immune System
Catechin may minimize the release of Histamine during Allergies. [2]
Catechin may reduce the risk of Gastrointestinal Cancer.
Catechin may inhibit the of Melanoma: [3]
In mice studies oral administration of Catechin inhibited the metastasis of Melanoma to the Lungs - Catechin-treated mice exhibited an 80% reduction in the number of Lung tumor nodules.
Catechin may help to prevent Cancer - Mouth (oral cancer). [4]
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