The health effects of black tea and flavonoids

摘要: Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to review evidence on the impact black tea health, highlighting role flavonoids.Design/methodology/approach This builds previous systematic reviews by incorporating new studies and health published between 2004 2009.Findings Black was strongly associated with heart disease prevention plausible mechanisms linked flavonoid bioactivity. In vitro suggest that has anti‐cancer properties, but needs be confirmed additional long‐term human studies. Emerging research indicates may benefit cognitive function weight management, although more are needed. Tea flavonoids bioavailable or without milk.Originality/value benefits drinking relevance public as main contributor dietary in Western countries. Consuming one eight cups per day a reduced risk chronic disease. Caffeine intakes at ...