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Theaflavin is a member of flavanols (a class of flavonoids) that use the 2-phenyl-3,4-dihydro-2H-chromen-3-ol skeleton. The molecular formula of theaflavin is C29H24O12. For its two dimensional structure see “Molecular Structure of Theaflavins”. Its mechanisms of action in maintaining heart health seem to be twofold. Theaflavin can inhibit food source cholesterol absorption at the intestine and inhibit biosynthesis of cholesterol in the liver. This reduces cholesterol at its two origins, as research has shown that 50% of cholesterol is absorbed from food through the intestine and 50% of cholesterol is made by the liver.
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