Exploring the Health Benefits of Coffee Leaf Tea

Date:14 Jan 2013

Country: France United Kingdom

Application

• Health Benefits: Reduces the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and inflammation.
• Sustainability: Utilizes coffee plant leaves, reducing waste and creating eco-friendly products.

Description

This project investigates the health benefits of coffee leaf tea, which is found to contain high levels of antioxidants and mangiferin—an anti-inflammatory compound also found in mangoes. Research led by the Royal Botanic Gardens in Kew, London, and Montpellier, France, highlights that coffee leaf tea has potential benefits such as lowering the risk of heart disease, diabetes, and even cancer. The tea, with its earthy taste and low caffeine content, is gaining attention for its health-promoting properties, although it is not yet widely available.

 

 

Pathway Description:

The project involved studying the composition of coffee leaves to identify beneficial compounds. Researchers tested 23 coffee species, focusing on antioxidant levels and mangiferin content. The leaves were analyzed for their potential health benefits, including anti-inflammatory and anti-diabetic properties. The team aimed to determine if coffee leaf tea could be a healthier alternative to traditional tea and coffee.