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abstract

  • Camellia sinensis is an evergreen shrub that has been cultivated for thousands of years in Asia, and from there, it has virtually colonized the world due to English enthusiasts interested in producing tea around the XVIII century. Aside from being one of the most consumed beverages in the world, tea has become the focus of attention due to the immense amount of chemical compounds (polyphenols, theaflavins, thearubigins, caffeine, and mineral content) found in it and the potential health benefits; which are generally associated with its chemical compounds. It has been observed that tea has a beneficial effect against some diseases like cancer, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, cardiovascular diseases, gastrointestinal diseases, diabetes, etc. © 2020 Nova Science Publishers, Inc.

publication date

  • May 15, 2020