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Compound in Green Tea found to Block Rheumatoid Arthritis

Researchers at Washington State University have identified a potential new approach to combating the joint pain, inflammation and tissue damage caused by rheumatoid arthritis.

RA is a debilitating autoimmune disorder that mostly affects the small joints of the hands and feet. It causes painful swelling that progresses into cartilage damage, bone erosion and joint deformity. “Existing drugs for rheumatoid arthritis are expensive, immunosuppressive and sometimes unsuitable for long-term use,” said Salah-uddin Ahmed, the lead WSU researcher.

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His team evaluated phytochemical epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) with anti-inflammatory properties found in green tea...

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