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Abstract Title:

Usage of and attitudes about green tea extract and Epigallocathechin-3-gallate (EGCG) as a therapy in individuals with Down syndrome.

Abstract Source:

Complement Ther Med. 2019 Aug ;45:234-241. Epub 2019 Jul 2. PMID: 31331567

Abstract Author(s):

Rachel Long, Montana L Drawbaugh, Charlene M Davis, Charles R Goodlett, Jane R Williams, Randall J Roper

Article Affiliation:

Rachel Long

Abstract:

OBJECTIVE: Usage of and views concerning alternative therapies in the DS community are not well documented. Some positive effects of green tea extracts (GTE) containing Epigallocathechin-3-gallate (EGCG) have been reported in individuals with DS and DS mouse models, but minimal improvements or detrimental effects of pure EGCG treatment have been reported in DS mouse models. Given the uncertainty about the effectiveness of these supplements, the goal of this study was to determine the relative prevalence of and attitudes about GTE/EGCG treatments among DS caregivers.

METHODS: An anonymous survey about attitudes and usage of GTE/EGCG in individuals with DS was completed by caregivers of these individuals.

RESULTS: GTE/EGCG treatment was provided by 18% of responding caregivers who were mostly younger, highly educated, and utilized scientific sources and other parents to influence their decision to use GTE/EGCG. Individuals with DS who received GTE/EGCG were characterized as less severely disabled. Most caregivers who did not give GTE/EGCG reported concerns about potential side effects and lack of effectiveness. Few caregivers consulted with medical providers about GTE/EGCG usage.

CONCLUSIONS: These results demonstrate a need for communication between caregivers, medical providers, and scientists about potential benefits and risks for adverse effects of GTE, EGCG, and other nutritional supplements in individuals with DS.

Study Type : Human Study

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