Drink Green Tea

Michael takes a break to brew up a cup of green tea, warming up
to its distinctive taste and its health benefits. Dr Edward
Okello, from the Human Nutrition Research Centre at the
University of Newcastle, reveals how green tea can benefit our
brain power and health. Green tea contains the polyphenol EGCG
(Epigallocatechin Gallate) and Professor Okello explains how this
polyphenol inhibits a destructive enzyme which harms our brain
cells. Michael also learns that a nice hot cup of green tea also
induces calming brain waves, improves heart health and could even
help delay dementia. Meanwhile, volunteer Jacqui enjoys the
benefits of going green.


Series Producer: Nija Dalal-Small Science Producer: Catherine
Wyler Researcher: Sophie Richardson Researcher: Will Hornbrook
Production Manager: Maria Simons Editor: Zoe Heron A BBC Studios
production for BBC Sounds / BBC Radio 4.