Green Tea Polyphenols for Dogs and Cats Green Tea Polyphenols for Dogs and Cats (c) 2008 Dr. Carol Osborne, DVM
Green Tea Polyphenols for Dogs and Cats
The anti-oxidants in Green Tea which are referred to as polyphenols have been shown to decrease the risk of heart disease, protect the blood vessels that nourish the heart and brain and boost metabolism in pets and people. Recent research documents the fact that the Epigallocatechin Gallate, a component in green tea polyphenols also helps to ward off cancer in dogs, cats and people.