Scientists Create Edible Fat-Absorbing Sponges from Green Tea and Seaweed

Scientists have developed edible plant-based microbeads made from green tea polyphenols, vitamin E, and seaweed that can bind to dietary fats in the gut, potentially offering a safer, noninvasive alternative to traditional weight-loss treatments. Early rat studies show these microbeads can lead to significant weight loss and reduced fat absorption without harmful side effects, and human trials are underway.