22nd October, 2008: Green Tea May Play a Part in Prevention of Tuberculosis (TB)
We can add to the list of health benefits touted by green tea…There is research to suggest that green tea polyphenols inhibit Mycobacterium tuberculosis survival. Tuberculosis (TB) is a disease that usually attacks the lungs; however, TB bacteria can attack any part of the body such as the kidney, spine, and brain. If not treated properly, TB disease can be fatal. TB was once the leading cause of death in the United States. TB is spread through the air from one person to another. When an infected person coughs or sneezes, people nearby are thus exposed.
Therefore, these findings are important…given the study showed green tea polyphenols may be of help in the prevention of tuberculosis infection. Just more good news when it comes to green tea!
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