green tea extract

(green tee EK-strakt)

A substance that is being studied in the prevention of cancer. It is made from decaffeinated green tea, and contains chemicals called catechins, which are antioxidants. Also called Polyphenon E.

Pronunciation of dictionary term "green tea extract"

Pronunciation of dictionary term "extracto de té verde"

Sustancia que se encuentra en estudio para la prevención de cáncer. Está elaborada con té verde descafeinado y contiene sustancias químicas llamadas catecoles, que son antioxidantes. También se llama Polyphenon E.