J Altern Complement Med September 2006 PMID 16970537

Gargling with tea catechin extracts for the prevention of influenza infection in elderly nursing home residents: a prospective clinical study.

Hiroshi Yamada, Norikata Takuma, Takashi Daimon, Yukihiko Hara

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35
Peak: 3 in Mar 2020
across 5 sources since Dec 2019

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353,028
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7,353

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295,905

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The discussions reflect a positive reception, with comments praising the preliminary findings and emphasizing the study's novelty, such as 'first to be reported' and suggestions that gargling with green tea could be a simple, safe method to help prevent influenza. The tone combines curiosity and cautious optimism, indicating an interest in potential health benefits pending further validation.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions acknowledge the positive findings and potential of tea catechin gargling for flu prevention, generally supporting the study’s conclusion.

InterestHigh interest

The comments are highly interested, with users recognizing the novelty and possible implications for elderly health; phrases like 'first report' and 'protective effect' show curiosity.

EngagementModerate engagement

Participants reference prior studies and suggest practical applications, indicating a moderate level of engagement. They discuss methods, safety, and the need for further research.

ImpactModerate impact

While the discussion suggests this could influence health practices for the elderly, many acknowledge that more research is needed, so impact is seen as promising but not yet definitive.

Abstract in brief

  • This study investigated whether gargling with tea catechin extracts could help prevent influenza in elderly nursing home residents over a three-month period, finding that those who used catechin gargles had significantly fewer influenza cases compared to a control group.
  • Residents who gargled with tea catechin extracts showed a lower incidence (13 residents) than those who did not (10 residents), with no adverse effects reported, suggesting the safety and potential effectiveness of this method.
  • The researchers highlight this as the first study of its kind and recommend further controlled trials to confirm whether catechin gargling can reliably prevent influenza among the elderly.

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J P Fanton
@HealthyFellow · X

@Mangan150 @puddleg @Polyphenol @_atanas_ @_INPST @ScienceCommuni2 @DHPSP @Grimhood @shashiiyengar @Mangan150 @puddleg One possible option would be to drink green tea and gargle a bit before swallowing or spitting out. This is one of several studies showing a possible protective effect against influenza: https://t.co/EI97yp5prN

Jan 3, 2022 · 6 likes · 26,024 followers View post →
くすりの家庭教師 ™奥村友紀【公式】
@tak_pom · X

出典です。 Gargling with tea catechin extracts for the prevention of influenza infection in elderly nursing home residents: a prospective clinical study. Clinical Trial Yamada H, et al. J Altern Complement Med. 2006.

Dec 18, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 12,918 followers View post →
住田 朋久
@sumidatomohisa · X

下野信行「マスク・手洗い・うがい効果のエビデンス」『臨床と研究』2020年12月 https://t.co/UZNCvldqr9 うがいについてはSatomura et al. 2005とYamada et al. 2006を参照。 https://t.co/ptr09CRp6p https://t.co/U8I8Hb9zjD https://t.co/ch1ZHjRq0Q

Apr 10, 2022 · 1 like · 2,129 followers View post →
Alejandro
@dronico · X

@GentleMutt There is a reference to another study in the study above (nursing home). Here the link for your convenience https://t.co/UgJqr8u9Nh

Mar 25, 2021 · 1 like · 802 followers View post →
くすりの家庭教師 ™奥村友紀【公式】
@tak_pom · X

RT @tak_pom: 出典です。 Gargling with tea catechin extracts for the prevention of influenza infection in elderly nursing home residents: a pros…

Dec 29, 2019 · 1 share · 12,918 followers View post →
Debbie @ Genetic Lifehacks
@GeneticLifehack · X

3/ Small study in nursing home patients using gargling with green tea to prevent respiratory illnesses. It reduced the risk significantly. And no side-effects for the nursing home residents. https://t.co/6Mx3XNl6BM

Sep 16, 2020 · 1,527 followers View post →

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住田 朋久
@sumidatomohisa · X

下野信行「マスク・手洗い・うがい効果のエビデンス」『臨床と研究』2020年12月 https://t.co/UZNCvldqr9 うがいについてはSatomura et al. 2005とYamada et al. 2006を参照。 https://t.co/ptr09CRp6p https://t.co/U8I8Hb9zjD https://t.co/ch1ZHjRq0Q

Apr 10, 2022 · 1 like · 2,129 followers View post →
J P Fanton
@HealthyFellow · X

@Mangan150 @puddleg @Polyphenol @_atanas_ @_INPST @ScienceCommuni2 @DHPSP @Grimhood @shashiiyengar @Mangan150 @puddleg One possible option would be to drink green tea and gargle a bit before swallowing or spitting out. This is one of several studies showing a possible protective effect against influenza: https://t.co/EI97yp5prN

Jan 3, 2022 · 6 likes · 26,024 followers View post →
Alejandro
@dronico · X

@GentleMutt This prospective study demonstrating the effect of catechin gargling on the prevention of influenza infection in the elderly is the first to be reported in the literature. Further randomized, controlled studies are needed to confirm the effects ... https://t.co/UgJqr8u9Nh

Mar 25, 2021 · 802 followers View post →
Alejandro
@dronico · X

@GentleMutt There is a reference to another study in the study above (nursing home). Here the link for your convenience https://t.co/UgJqr8u9Nh

Mar 25, 2021 · 1 like · 802 followers View post →
Debbie @ Genetic Lifehacks
@GeneticLifehack · X

3/ Small study in nursing home patients using gargling with green tea to prevent respiratory illnesses. It reduced the risk significantly. And no side-effects for the nursing home residents. https://t.co/6Mx3XNl6BM

Sep 16, 2020 · 1,527 followers View post →
くすりの家庭教師 ™奥村友紀【公式】
@tak_pom · X

RT @tak_pom: 出典です。 Gargling with tea catechin extracts for the prevention of influenza infection in elderly nursing home residents: a pros…

Dec 29, 2019 · 1 share · 12,918 followers View post →
くすりの家庭教師 ™奥村友紀【公式】
@tak_pom · X

出典です。 Gargling with tea catechin extracts for the prevention of influenza infection in elderly nursing home residents: a prospective clinical study. Clinical Trial Yamada H, et al. J Altern Complement Med. 2006.

Dec 18, 2019 · 1 like · 1 share · 12,918 followers View post →