Effect of an (–)-Epicatechin Intake on Cardiometabolic Parameters—A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials

Effect of an (–)-Epicatechin Intake on Cardiometabolic Parameters—A Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials

Growing evidence exists that consumption of cocoa-rich food improves the parameters of cardiometabolic health. These effects are ascribed to cocoa flavanols, particularly to (–)-epicatechin (EC), a natural ingredient of cocoa. Hence, to evaluate if EC may explain the effects of cocoa, this systemati...

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Main Authors: Lisa Dicks, Zeina Haddad, Stefanie Deisling, Sabine Ellinger
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-10-01
Series:Nutrients
Subjects:
epicatechin intake
glucose and lipid metabolism
blood pressure
vascular function
inflammation
oxidative stress
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2072-6643/14/21/4500

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