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what percent Polyphenols ?

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392mg Polyphenols322mg Catechins200mg EGCg4 mg caffeineI obtained this information from product-test results from an independent research company called consumerlab.com   It has been worth the paid subscription to learn about the supplements and see which ones stand up to their claims, and which ones have the most or best forms of an active ingredient.  Anyhoo, this product tested as the most cost-effective as well as the most amount of EGCg per serving.  They tied though with COSTCO's True Nature version of the same.  The main diff is that the COSTCO version contains 24.5mg caffeine per cap.Also, I don't want to freak anyone out that may be taking another good EGCg supplement; so here were the other brands that WERE quality tested:  Andrew Lessmans, Gaia, Healthy Origins Teavigo, Life Extension, Nature'sBounty, New Chapter, Solgar, Swanson, Puritan Pride, Vitamin World.  They all passed.  Omega sports Green Tea did not.  The actual EGCg was only 38% of what they listed, and the daily dose contained 1-1.5 mcg, which exceeds the lead limit for safety in a daily dosage. Enzymatic Therapy failed also, but only due to having 83 rather than 100% of their advertised EGCg content.It may be too much info, but hopefully it will be helpful for many.

Question 2

What is the difference between  NOW Foods EGCg Green Tea Extract 400mg and Now green tea extract 400mg

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NOW Foods EGCG has a greater percentage of the product as EGCG instead of other antioxidants found in NOW Foods Green Tea Extract 400mg.

Question 3

Is this epicatechin?

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EGCg is EpiGalloCatechin gallate. It is a type of catechin that is found in green tea.

Question 4

I saw a review or two that mentioned the capsules were very large and hard to swallow.  Could someone who owns these please measure?

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Hello, They are 7/8" long and 1/4" wide, soft capsules I have had no trouble swallowing at all.

ASIN	B0019LRYK8
ASIN	B0019LRYK8
Age Range Description	Adult
Allergen Information	Dairy Free, Egg Free, Non-GMO, Nut Free, Soy Free
Best Sellers Rank	#10,345 in Health & Household ( See Top 100 in Health & Household ) #5 in Green Tea Herbal Supplements
Brand Name	NOW
Container Type	Bottle
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (5,653)
Date First Available	May 16, 2008
Department	Health and Beauty>Health and Wellness
Diet Type	Kosher, Vegan, Vegetarian
Dosage Form	Capsule
Flavor	Unflavoured
Global Trade Identification Number	00733739047045, 08720964292786
Item Form	Capsule
Item Volume	0.2 ml
Item Weight	3.04 ounces
Item model number	4704
Legal Disclaimer	These statements have not been evaluated by the Food & Drug Administration. This products is not intended to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat, or prevent any disease.
Manufacturer	NOW Sports - Nutrition and Wellness
Manufacturer	NOW Sports - Nutrition and Wellness
Manufacturer Part Number	733739047045
Material Features	Genetically Modified Organism (GMO) Free
Material Type Free	Gluten Free
Model Number	4704
Number of Items	1
Package Quantity	1
Product Dimensions	1.95 x 1.95 x 4.3 inches; 2.96 ounces
Recommended Uses For Product	Anxiety Relief
Special Ingredients	Green Tea
Total Servings Per Container	90
UPC	733739047045
Unit Count	90 Count

NOW Supplements, EGCg Green Tea Extract 400 mg, 90 Veg Caps

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