From aiding weight loss to reducing the risk of heart diseases, green tea is touted as an elixir for well-being. So, can a cup of green tea help fight COVID-19? According to the study, published in the journal 'RSC Advances', green tea could help in tackling COVID-19. A compound found in green tea called gallocatechin may help in the development of a drug that can combat the SARS-CoV-2. "Our findings suggested that one of the compounds in green tea could combat the coronavirus behind COVID-19," Dr Mohankumar said.

Source: dna June 05, 2021 05:15 UTC