Epicatechin Gallate (ECG)
Epicatechin Gallate (ECG) — second most abundant green tea catechin. Antimicrobial with dental health benefits.
त्वरित तथ्य
- रासायनिक सूत्र
- C₂₂H₁₈O₁₀
- प्रति कप सामान्य मात्रा
- 12.00 mg
विवरण
A gallated catechin that contributes significantly to tea's astringent taste. ECG is the second most abundant catechin in green tea after EGCG. During oxidation, ECG is partially converted into theaflavins that give black tea its characteristic color and briskness. ECG has demonstrated strong antioxidant and antimicrobial properties, and its galloyl group enhances binding affinity to proteins and cell membranes.
स्वास्थ्य लाभ
Strong antioxidant activity, antimicrobial properties against oral bacteria, supports dental health, contributes to tea's protective effect on digestive tract lining.