Thesis (Ph.D.)(Plant production)--University of Pretoria, 2006. / Includes bibliographical references. Available on the Internet via the World Wide Web.

Several beneficial effects of green tea polyphenols (GTPs) have been shown in both in vitro and animal studies. This pilot study tested their effects on relief of dry mouth and quality of life (QoL) in Sjögren’s syndrome (SS) patients. After one month of green tea consumption in 18 SS patients, and three months in 7 patients, there was an improvement in the patients’ oral health and QoL. In addition there was an increase in the unstimulated salivary flow rate and a decrease in the viscosity of stimulated saliva, although not statistically significant. Furthermore, 83% of the patients reported that they would continue to drink green tea. Although the mechanism of action of the GTPs is unknown in this patient population, we have shown that regular green tea consumption by SS patients is a simple yet effective and enjoyable means of dry mouth relief.

Several beneficial effects of green tea polyphenols (GTPs) have been shown in both in vitro and animal studies. This pilot study tested their effects on relief of dry mouth and quality of life (QoL) in Sjögren’s syndrome (SS) patients. After one month of green tea consumption in 18 SS patients, and three months in 7 patients, there was an improvement in the patients’ oral health and QoL. In addition there was an increase in the unstimulated salivary flow rate and a decrease in the viscosity of stimulated saliva, although not statistically significant. Furthermore, 83% of the patients reported that they would continue to drink green tea. Although the mechanism of action of the GTPs is unknown in this patient population, we have shown that regular green tea consumption by SS patients is a simple yet effective and enjoyable means of dry mouth relief.

Thesis (M. Med. Sc.)--University of Hong Kong, 2001. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 42-53).

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Includes bibliographical references (leaves 263-268). / vii, 268 leaves : ill. (some col.) ; 30 cm. / Title page, contents and abstract only. The complete thesis in print form is available from the University Library. / Two heterocyclic chemistry projects were investigated to establish whether new methods for synthesis of substituted dendralene precursors and green tea catechins were viable. / Thesis (Ph.D.)--Adelaide University, Dept. of Chemistry, 2001

Thesis (Ph.D.)--Tufts University, 2006. / Submitted to the School of Nutrition Science and Policy. Advisers: K. Eric Paulson; Amy S. Yee. Includes bibliographical references. Access restricted to members of the Tufts University community. Also available via the World Wide Web;

Thesis PlanA (M.S.)--University of Wisconsin--Stout, 2008. / Includes bibliographical references.

Thesis (M. Phil.)--University of Hong Kong, 2008. / Includes bibliographical references (leaf 131-166) Also available in print.

Thesis (M. Med. Sc.)--University of Hong Kong, 1999. / Includes bibliographical references (leaves 32-36).