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This text is a comprehensive overview of the historical use of green tea and a description of its beneficial effects against certain diseases such as cancer, hypertension, diabetes, obesity, arteriosclerosis, and various forms of senile dementia. It reviews scientific and clinical data, including in vitro and in vivo animal experiments and epidemiologic and clinical experiments on human subjects. It includes the most recent findings on the ability of tea components to inhibit bacteria and influenza and HIV viruses.

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Author:   Yukiaki Kuroda ,  Yukihiko Hara
Publisher:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Imprint:   Springer-Verlag New York Inc.
Edition:   Softcover reprint of the original 1st ed. 2004
Dimensions:   Width: 17.80cm , Height: 1.50cm , Length: 25.40cm
Weight:   0.288kg
ISBN:  

9781441934314

ISBN 10:   1441934316
Pages:   118
Publication Date:   09 October 2011
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Out of stock  
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Table of Contents

1. Green Tea in Japan.- 2. Preventive Effects of Tea against Human Diseases.- 3. Age-Related Diseases and Tea.- 4. Infectious Diseases and Tea.- 5. Antibacterial and Antioxidative Activity of Tea.- 6. How to Make a Good Cup of Green Tea.- 7. Food and Industrial Applications of Tea Catechins.- Concluding Remarks.- References.- Author Index.

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