L-theanine mechanism and application in the treatment of breast cancer

Abstract

Breast cancer has been recognized as the leading cancer worldwide and is one of the most common diseases among women, with an incidence rate of up to 7.7%. The pathogenesis of breast cancer can be categorized into congenital and acquired factors, including epigenetics and mutations. The occurrence of breast cancer is closely related to acquired factors such as environment, emotions, and diet. Numerous studies have demonstrated that L-theanine in tea can intervene in the growth and spread of breast cancer cells, thus playing a role in the treatment and prevention of breast cancer. This article provides an overview of the current research on the prevention and treatment of breast cancer using L-theanine, and also prospects the future development and application of L-theanine.