After going through the process of research, scientists finally have an explanation for why green tea is good for the brain. According
to scientists, it lies in the chemical properties of green tea can
affect the production of brain cells, so it can enhance memory and
spatial learning.
"Green tea is a popular beverage in the world," said Yun Bai, professor of Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, China. "Previously had a lot of scientific attention on the use of green tea helps prevent cardiovascular disease, but now finally there is emerging evidence that chemical properties also influence cellular mechanisms in the brain."
Yun and his team focused on organic chemistry EGCG (epigallocatechin-3 gallate), the main substance in green tea. Besides being known as an antioxidant, the researchers also believe that EGCG has a beneficial effect against degenerative diseases associated with age, as written in the journal Molecular Nutrition and Food Research.
"We found that EGCG can improve cognitive function by affecting the generation of neurons, ie, a process known as neurogenesis," said Yun. "Our research is focused on the hippocampus, the part of the brain that processes information from short term memory into long term memory."
In addition, the research team also found that ECGC increases the production of neural progenitor cells, which like stem cells can adapt, or differentiate, into different types of cells. The team then used lab mice to determine whether the increased cell production benefit memory and spatial learning.
"We conducted tests in two groups of mice, the first group and the control group absorbs ECGC ECGC two without," said Yun. "First of all, rats were trained for three days to find a platform in their labyrinth. Then they were trained for seven days to find the hidden platform. "
As a result, the team found that mice with ECGC take a little time to find the hidden platform. Overall, the results suggest that EGCG may enhance learning and memory by enhancing object recognition and spatial memory. Yuk, diligent drinking green tea from now on.
"Green tea is a popular beverage in the world," said Yun Bai, professor of Third Military Medical University, Chongqing, China. "Previously had a lot of scientific attention on the use of green tea helps prevent cardiovascular disease, but now finally there is emerging evidence that chemical properties also influence cellular mechanisms in the brain."
Yun and his team focused on organic chemistry EGCG (epigallocatechin-3 gallate), the main substance in green tea. Besides being known as an antioxidant, the researchers also believe that EGCG has a beneficial effect against degenerative diseases associated with age, as written in the journal Molecular Nutrition and Food Research.
"We found that EGCG can improve cognitive function by affecting the generation of neurons, ie, a process known as neurogenesis," said Yun. "Our research is focused on the hippocampus, the part of the brain that processes information from short term memory into long term memory."
In addition, the research team also found that ECGC increases the production of neural progenitor cells, which like stem cells can adapt, or differentiate, into different types of cells. The team then used lab mice to determine whether the increased cell production benefit memory and spatial learning.
"We conducted tests in two groups of mice, the first group and the control group absorbs ECGC ECGC two without," said Yun. "First of all, rats were trained for three days to find a platform in their labyrinth. Then they were trained for seven days to find the hidden platform. "
As a result, the team found that mice with ECGC take a little time to find the hidden platform. Overall, the results suggest that EGCG may enhance learning and memory by enhancing object recognition and spatial memory. Yuk, diligent drinking green tea from now on.
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