scholarly journals (−)-Epicatechin-Enriched Extract from Camellia sinensis Improves Regulation of Muscle Mass and Function: Results from a Randomized Controlled Trial

Antioxidants ◽  
2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (7) ◽  
pp. 1026
Author(s):  
Hyeyeong Seo ◽  
Seok-Hee Lee ◽  
Yooheon Park ◽  
Hee-Seok Lee ◽  
Jeong Sup Hong ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skeletal Muscle ◽  
Treatment Group ◽  
Muscle Mass ◽  
Green Tea ◽  
Green Tea Extract ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Therapeutic Benefits ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Tea Extract ◽  
And Function

Loss of skeletal muscle mass and function with age represents an important source of frailty and functional decline in the elderly. Antioxidants from botanical extracts have been shown to enhance the development, mass, and strength of skeletal muscle by influencing age-related cellular and molecular processes. Tannase-treated green tea extract contains high levels of the antioxidants (−)-epicatechin (EC) and gallic acid that may have therapeutic benefits for age-related muscle decline. The aim of this study was to investigate the effect of tannase-treated green tea extract on various muscle-related parameters, without concomitant exercise, in a single-center, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. Administration of tannase-treated green tea extract (600 mg/day) for 12 weeks significantly increased isokinetic flexor muscle and handgrip strength in the treatment group compared with those in the placebo (control) group. In addition, the control group showed a significant decrease in arm muscle mass after 12 weeks, whereas no significant change was observed in the treatment group. Blood serum levels of follistatin, myostatin, high-sensitivity C-reactive protein (hs-CRP), interleukin (IL)-6, IL-8, insulin-like growth factor-1 (IGF-1), and cortisol were analyzed, and the decrease in myostatin resulting from the administration of tannase-treated green tea extract was found to be related to the change in muscle mass and strength. In summary, oral administration of tannase-treated green tea extract containing antioxidants without concomitant exercise can improve muscle mass and strength and may have therapeutic benefits in age-related muscle function decline.

scholarly journals Streptococcus Alpha growth in gingivitis patient’s dental plaque after rinsing with green tea extract (Camellia Sinensis)

2007 ◽  
Vol 19 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Isti Endah Kurniwati ◽  
Juni Handajani ◽  
Regina TC. Tandelilin
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Group ◽  
Green Tea ◽  
Camellia Sinensis ◽  
Dental Plaque ◽  
Health Benefit ◽  
Green Tea Extract ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Research Subjects ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Tea Extract

Green tea (Camellia sinensis) has been widely known as a healthy drink since long time ago. One of the substances in green tea which can give health benefit is catechin, an antibacterial substance. The purpose of this research is to know the efficacy of rinsing with green tea extract to Streptococcus alpha growth on gingivitis patient’s dental plaque. The research subjects include 30 mild gingivitis patients, and these subjects are divided into two groups: treatment group (20 patients) and control group (10 patients). Ten patients of treatment group rinse their mouth with 0.25% green tea extract and 10 other patients with 0.5% green tea extract. Meanwhile, control group use Bactidol (0.1% Hexetidine). Rinsing the mouth is performed every morning and night for five days. Sampling is conducted on the first and sixth day. Before rinsing data is analyzed using ANOVA and the result shows a significant difference. ANAVA testing then is done using proportion value. ANAVA Testing result shows that there is no significant difference among the patients in the treatment group. This result indicates that the effect of rinsing with 0.25% and 0.5% green tea extract is equivalent to the control (0.1% Hexetidine) to inhibit S. alpha growth on mild gingivitis patient’s dental plaque. From these two concentrations, it has not been known which one is the most effective concentration to inhibit S. alpha growth on mild gingivitis patient.

scholarly journals Effects of green tea on insulin sensitivity, lipid profile and expression of PPARα and PPARγ and their target genes in obese dogs

2008 ◽  
Vol 99 (6) ◽  
pp. 1208-1216 ◽  
Author(s):  
Samuel Serisier ◽  
Veronique Leray ◽  
Wilfried Poudroux ◽  
Thierry Magot ◽  
Khadija Ouguerram ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skeletal Muscle ◽  
Insulin Sensitivity ◽  
Lipid Profile ◽  
Green Tea ◽  
Target Genes ◽  
Green Tea Extract ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Sensitivity Index ◽  
Adipose Tissues ◽  
Tea Extract

As in man, canine obesity is associated with insulin resistance, dyslipidaemia and other chronic diseases. This study was designed to examine the effects of a nutritional supplement (green tea) on insulin sensitivity and plasma lipid concentrations in an obese insulin-resistant dog model. We also determined mRNA expression of two transcription factors, PPARγ and PPARα, and some of their target genes, including GLUT4, lipoprotein lipase (LPL) and adiponectin. Obese dogs were divided into two groups: a green tea group (n 6); a control group (n 4). Dogs in the green tea group were given green tea extract (80 mg/kg per d) orally, just before their single daily meal, for 12 weeks. Insulin sensitivity (using a euglycaemic–hyperinsulinaemic clamp) and concentrations of plasma TAG, total cholesterol and NEFA were assessed in each group. Gene expression was measured in visceral and subcutaneous adipose tissues and in liver and skeletal muscle, by real-time PCR. At 12 weeks in the green tea group, mean insulin sensitivity index was 60 (sem 11) % higher (P < 0·05) and TAG concentration 50 (sem 10) % lower (P < 0·001), than baseline. PPARγ, GLUT4, LPL and adiponectin expression were significantly higher in both adipose tissues, whilst PPARα and LPL expression were significantly higher in skeletal muscle, compared with baseline. These findings show that nutritional doses of green tea extract may improve insulin sensitivity and lipid profile and alter the expression of genes involved in glucose and lipid homeostasis.

scholarly journals Efek ekstrak teh hijau (Camellia sinensis (L.) O. Kuntze var. assamica) terhadap berat badan dan kadar malondialdehid wanita overweight

2012 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 41
Author(s):  
Alpha Olivia Hidayati ◽  
Wiryatun Lestariana ◽  
Emy Huriyati
Keyword(s):  
Body Weight ◽  
Treatment Group ◽  
Green Tea ◽  
Controlled Trial ◽  
Overweight And Obesity ◽  
Green Tea Extract ◽  
Control Group ◽  
District Health ◽  
Overweight Women ◽  
Tea Extract

Background: Overweight and obesity were risk factors of various degenerative diseases. Green tea extract contains polyphenol compounds, particularly catechins which act as antioxidants, fat dissolvent and aid lipolysis. Thus, it is necessary to study the use of green tea as an alternative treatment to overcome overweight.Objective: To identify the effect of green tea extract supplementation on body weight and malondialdehide (MDA) level of overweight women in Yogyakarta District Health Office.Method: This was an experimental study with double-blind randomized controlled trial design. Subject of the study were divided into two groups; one group consumed green tea extract capsules and the other consumed placebo. Weight, 6 times 24 hours recall, and level of MDA were measured on every subject.Results: The results revealed that green tea extract has a weight-reducing effect and decrease MDA level of overweight women, though the reduction of weight and MDA level was not significant (p>0,05). Weight loss of 1.3% was observed in the treatment group, whereas the control group has an increase of 0.6% body weight, but the weight change was not significant (p=0.501, p=0.620). Changes in body weight after 12 weeks of treatment showed a significant disparity between the two groups (p=0.000). MDA level decreased by 10% in the treatment group compared to 8.3% in the control group. MDA levels pre and post intervention was significantly different in the treatment group (p=0.006), whereas in the control group there was no significant discrepancy observed (p=0.123). However, changes in MDA levels after 12 weeks of treatment showed no significant differences among groups (p=0.278). The mean nutrient intakes of subjects were still below the recommended dietary allowance (RDA), except for protein.Conclusion: Green tea extract had a weight-reducing effect and decrease MDA level of overweight women in Yogyakarta District Health Office, though the reduction was not statistically significant.

scholarly journals 19. PENGARUH PEMBERIAN EKSTRAK TEH HIJAU (Camelia sinensis) TERHADAP PENURUNAN KADAR HEMOGLOBIN DAN NILAI HEMATOKRIT PADA TIKUS WISTAR (Rattus norvegicus) The Effect of Green Tea Extract (Camelia sinensis) on Haemoglobin and Hematocrit Levels of Wistar Rat (Rattus norvegicus)

2016 ◽  
Vol 8 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Triva Murtina Lubis
Keyword(s):  
Treatment Group ◽  
Green Tea ◽  
Rattus Norvegicus ◽  
Wistar Rat ◽  
Green Tea Extract ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Blood Collection ◽  
Randomized Design ◽  
Capillary Pipette ◽  
Tea Extract

The aim of this study was to determine the effect of green tea (Camelia sinensis) extract on hemoglobin and hematocrit level of Wistar rat (Rattus norvegicus). Sample animals used were 20 rats strain Wistar aged 2.5-3.0 months. Green tea extract was given for 30 days consecutively. Blood collection was conducted via orbitalis sinus for 2 ml using capillary pipette. Rats were fed with standart commercial food (Turbo Feed T.79-4) and aquadest as drinking water ad libitum. This study used completely randomized design (CRD) pattern with 4 treatments and 5 replications. The control group (P0) without any treatment, P1 was given green tea extract 0.045 g/ml/day, P2 was given green tea extract 0.060 g/ml/day, and P3 was given green tea extract 0.075 g/ml/day. Data were analyzed by oneway analysis of variance (Anova). The result showed that mean±SD of hemoglobin levels (g/dl) on each treatment group (P0, P1, P2, and P3) were 11.86±0.55, 12.58±1.40, 11.82±0.69, and 12.50±0.84 respectivey. Mean±SD of hematocrit levels (%) on each treatment group (P0, P1, P2, and P3) were 44.00±4.30, 43.40±1.14, 44.00±1.58, and 42.80±1.79. To conclude, the administration of green tea extract has no effect (P0.05) on haemoglobin and hematocrit levels of Wistar rat. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Key words: green tea, haemoglobin, haematocrit, Wistar rat

Protective effect of green tea extract against cadmium-induced testicular damage in rats in respect of oxidant/antioxidant equilibrium and androgen production

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (1) ◽  
pp. 31-35
Author(s):  
Basma El-Desoky ◽  
Shaimaa El-Sayed ◽  
El-Said El-Said
Keyword(s):  
Gene Expression ◽  
Single Dose ◽  
Green Tea ◽  
Serum Testosterone ◽  
Green Tea Extract ◽  
Male Rats ◽  
Controlled Study ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Testicular Damage ◽  
Tea Extract

Objective: Investigating the effect of green tea extract (GTE) on the testicular damage induced by cadmium chloride CdCl2 in male rats. Design: Randomized controlled study. Animals: 40 male Wistar rats. Procedures: Rats were randomly divided into four groups: A) control group (each rat daily received pellet diet); B) GTE group each rat daily received pellet diet as well as 3 ml of 1.5 % w/v GTE, C) CdCl2 group each rat was I/P injected a single dose of 1 mg/kg CdCl2, then daily received pellet diet, and D) CdCl2+GTE group each rat was I/P injected a single dose of 1 mg/kg CdCl2 then daily received pellet diet as well as 3 ml of 1.5 % w/v GTE. After 30 days, blood samples were collected for hormonal assays (testosterone, FSH, and LH). In addition, both testes were collected; one of them was used for quantification of 17-beta hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase III (17β-HSDIII) gene expression using a real-time PCR. The other testis was used for determination of catalase and reduced glutathione; GSH, Nitric oxide (NO) and malondialdehyde (MDA) levels. Results: CdCl2 decreased serum testosterone levels and its synthesis pathway (17β-HSDIII testicular gene expression). While antioxidants catalase and GSH were reduced, oxidants MDA were enriched in the testes of CdCl2-poisoned rats. This CdCl2-promoted testicular dysfunction was corrected via the administration of GTE to male rats. Conclusion and clinical relevance: GTE could be used as a remedy for protecting against CdCl2-induced testicular damage in male rats.

scholarly journals Effect of green tea extract in extender of Simmental bull semen on pregnancy rate of recipients

2021 ◽  
Vol 34 (2) ◽  
pp. 198-204 ◽  
Author(s):  
Suherni Susilowati ◽  
Trilas Sardjito ◽  
Imam Mustofa ◽  
Oky Setio Widodo ◽  
Rochmah Kurnijasanti
Keyword(s):  
Pregnancy Rate ◽  
Dna Fragmentation ◽  
Green Tea ◽  
Prostaglandin F2α ◽  
Green Tea Extract ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Bull Semen ◽  
Frozen Semen ◽  
Tea Extract

Objective: The aim of this study was to ascertain the effects of adding green tea extract (GTE) to skim milk-egg yolk (SM-EY) extender on both the quality of post-thawed bull semen and the pregnancy rates of the recipient cows.Methods: Twelve ejaculates from four Simmental bulls, aged 3 to 5 years and weighing 900 to 950 kg, were diluted SM-EY extender, added with 0, 0.05, 0.1, and 0.15 mg GTE/100 mL extender and then frozen. After four weeks storage in liquid nitrogen, the sperm were thawed and evaluated for viability, motility, intact plasma membrane (IPM), and DNA fragmentation. Meanwhile, the estrus cycles of 48 recipient cows were synchronized by intramuscular administration of a single injection of 5 mg prostaglandin F2α. Estrus cows were divided into four equal groups and inseminated artificially 18 to 20 h after the onset of estrus by using semen from each extender group. Pregnancy was diagnosed by measuring serum progesterone levels at 21 days, followed by transrectal palpation 90 days after insemination.Results: The findings revealed that adding 0.1 mg of GTE/100 mL extender produced the highest percentages of sperm viability (70.67%±1.75%), motility (69.17%±1.47%), and IPM (69.23%±1.21%) and the lowest percentage of DNA fragmentation (3.00%±0.50%). The pregnancy diagnosis revealed that all cows (36/36) inseminated using frozen semen in GTE addition extender were pregnant (pregnancy rate 100%), whereas the pregnancy rate of the control group was 83.33% (10/12).Conclusion: It may be concluded that 0.1 mg GTE/100 mL extender yields the best quality of spermatozoa and that all variants doses of GTE in extender produce a higher pregnancy rate among recipient cows.

scholarly journals NEUROMUSCULAR CHANGES WITH AGING AND SARCOPENIA

2018 ◽  
pp. 1-3
Author(s):  
B.C. Clark
Keyword(s):  
Skeletal Muscle ◽  
Muscle Mass ◽  
Muscle Function ◽  
Skeletal Muscle Mass ◽  
The Past ◽  
Conceptual Definition ◽  
Age Related ◽  
Per Se ◽  
Definition Of ◽  
And Function

Sarcopenia was originally conceptualized as the age-related loss of skeletal muscle mass. Over the ensuing decades, the conceptual definition of sarcopenia has changed to represent a condition in older adults that is characterized by declining muscle mass and function, with “function” most commonly conceived as muscle weakness and/or impaired physical performance (e.g., slow gait speed). Findings over the past 15-years, however, have demonstrated that changes in grip and leg extensor strength are not primarily due to muscle atrophy per se, and that to a large extent, are reflective of declines in the integrity of the nervous system. This article briefly summarizes findings relating to the complex neuromuscular mechanisms that contribute to reductions in muscle function associated with advancing age, and the implications of these findings on the development of effective therapies.

scholarly journals Protective Effects of Green Tea Extract against Hepatic Tissue Injury in Streptozotocin-Induced Diabetic Rats

2012 ◽  
Vol 2012 ◽  
pp. 1-10 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ali Akbar Abolfathi ◽  
Daryoush Mohajeri ◽  
Ali Rezaie ◽  
Mehrdad Nazeri
Keyword(s):  
Green Tea ◽  
Tissue Injury ◽  
Diabetic Rats ◽  
Green Tea Extract ◽  
Hepatic Tissue ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Group 4 ◽  
Group 3 ◽  
Tea Extract ◽  
Group 1

Although diabetic hepatopathy is potentially less common, it may be appropriate for addition to the list of target organ conditions related to diabetes. This study was designed to evaluate the hepatoprotective properties of green tea extract (GTE) in STZ-induced diabetes in rats. Wistar rats were made diabetic through single injection of STZ (75 mg/kg i.p.). The rats were randomly divided into four groups of 10 animals each: Group 1, healthy control; Group 2, nondiabetics treated with GTE administered orally (1.5%, w/v); Group 3, diabetics; Group 4, diabetics treated with GTE (1.5%, w/v) for 8 weeks. Serum biomarkers were assessed to determine hepatic injury. Malondialdehyde (MDA) and reduced glutathione (GSH) contents were measured to assess free radical activity in the liver tissue. Hepatic antioxidant activities of glutathione peroxidase (GSH-Px), superoxide dismutase (SOD), and catalase (CAT) were also determined. The biochemical findings were matched with histopathological verifications. Liver MDA content and serum levels of ALT, AST, ALP, and bilirubin in Group 3 significantly increased compared to Group 1 (P<0.05) and significantly decreased in Group 4 compared to Group 3 (P<0.05). Serum albumin level and GSH, SOD, CAT, and GSH-Px contents of the liver in Group 3 were significantly decreased compared to Group 1 (P<0.05) and were significantly increased in Group 4 compared to Group 3 (P<0.05). Histopathologically, the changes were in the same direction with biochemical findings. This study proved the hepatoprotective activity of GTE in experimentally induced diabetic rats.

scholarly journals Effect of sulcular green tea extract irrigation on experimental rabbit’s gingivitis (A histopathological study)

2020 ◽  
Vol 32 (1) ◽  
pp. 19-27
Author(s):  
Dilyar A Baban
Keyword(s):  
Experimental Study ◽  
Green Tea ◽  
Green Tea Extract ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Study Group ◽  
Distilled Water ◽  
Cell Counts ◽  
Experimental Gingivitis ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Tea Extract

Background: Considering the antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties of green tea, this study aimed to evaluate the histopathological effect of the sulcular irrigation of green tea extract in the treatment of experimental gingivitis in rabbit. Materials and methods: For this experimental study, 45 male rabbits, separated in two groups, control non- irrigated group (5rabbits) and study group (40 rabbits), gingivitis induced by ligatures was packed subgingivally in the lower right central incisors of the experimental group for seven days. Then, the animals were randomly designated to two irrigated groups (20 rabbits for each) with 50µl/kg of distilled water and 5% green tea extract once daily for seven days starting from the day of ligature removal respectively. Specimens have taken at 1, 3, 7, and 14 days for light microscopical evaluation of inflammatory cellular infiltration. Results: Regarding study group (5% of green tea extract), results demonstrated a significant reduction in the mean values of inflammatory cell counts within three days (P≤ 0.05) to reach the amount of control group within seven days (P˃ 0.05). A highly significant difference was detected between control group and study group sprayed with distilled water during all healing periods (P≤ 0.05). Histological examination showed that the resolution of gingival inflammation, re-epithelization, and tissue healing were achieved much quicker in the group of gingival sulcular irrigation with 5% green tea extract. Conclusions: In this experimental study, the histopathological analysis demonstrated that the use of 5% extract of green tea as gingival sulcular irrigation might fasten healing after the induction of gingivitis. Keywords: green tea, animal model, gingival sulcular irrigation, experimental gingivitis.

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