SAFE
Epicatechin
Epicatechin dark chocolate catechin
Likely Safe
V1 Verified
Polyphenols
PubMed Studies
140
PubChem CID
About
Catechin from cocoa and green tea with cardiovascular, myostatin-inhibiting, and mitochondrial effects.
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts as direct free radical scavenger and indirect antioxidant via Nrf2/ARE pathway activation. Modulates inflammatory signalling via NF-kB and AP-1 inhibition. Interacts with kinase pathways (MAPK, PI3K/Akt, mTOR) and epigenetic regulators relevant to anti-ageing and disease prevention.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Very safe at supplement doses. Anticoagulant interaction at very high doses.
🏷️ Other Names
Epicatechin dark chocolate catechin