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About
EGC is a catechin from green tea. Along with EGCG, provides the majority of green tea's health benefits.
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. Different from EGCG. Combined in green tea extracts.
🇪🇺 EU Health Claims Status
Art.13(1)
✓ AuthorisedNon-compliance with the Regulation because on the basis of the scientific evidence assessed, this claimed effect for this food has not been substantiated.
Regulation EU 1924/2006 · ART13 1
🏷️ Other Names
Epigallocatechin (EGC)