Epicatechin Gallate (ECG)
Epicatechin Gallate (ECG) — second most abundant green tea catechin. Antimicrobial with dental health benefits.
핵심 정보
- 화학식
- C₂₂H₁₈O₁₀
- 1잔당 일반적인 양
- 12.00 mg
설명
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.
건강 효과
Strong antioxidant activity, antimicrobial properties against oral bacteria, supports dental health, contributes to tea's protective effect on digestive tract lining.