Category Archives: Flavonoids

Polyphenols Found in Tea

Posted on November 12, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Factors Affecting Flavonoid Absorption and Metabolism

Posted on October 3, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Flavonoids are a heterogeneous group of polyphenols that can be broadly split into flavones, flavanones, flavonols, proanthocyanidins, anthocyanins, flavan-3-ols (catechins) and isoflavones. Many flavonoids are commonly found in the diet and consumed by humans. Flavonoids, like many dietary polyphenols, are … Continue reading →

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Flavonoid Supplements in Healthy Individuals: Law Of Diminishing Returns

Posted on August 18, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Flavonoids are polyphenolic compounds found in fruits and vegetables. Evidence suggests that consumption of polyphenols is beneficial to the health. Polyphenols are bioavailable and can be detected in human and other animal tissue, where they may exert antioxidant effects. However, … Continue reading →

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Is Tea Protective of Osteoporosis?

Posted on July 12, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Tea is a decoction made from the leaves of the Camellia sinensis plant. Regular consumption of tea is known to be associated with protection from a number of diseases including cardiovascular disease, cancer (particularly of the gastrointestinal tract) and dementia. … Continue reading →

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Flavonoid Synthesis

Posted on July 9, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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More Benefits for Orange Polyphenols

Posted on June 20, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Oranges and other citrus fruit are a good source of polyphenols and are rich in the flavonoid subclass. In particular, oranges contain the flavone glycosides narirutin and hesperidin that may have particular health effects. Polyphenols generally have been shown to … Continue reading →

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Boost Antioxidants With Berry Tea

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Flavonoid Absorption, Distribution, Metabolisma and Excretion (ADME)

Posted on January 15, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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How To Boost Antioxidant Defences

Posted on January 14, 2017 by Robert Barrington
Posted in Antioxidant, Carotenoids, Flavonoids, Free Radicals, Selenium, Tocopherols, Tocotrienols, Vitamin C, Vitamin E | Comments Off on How To Boost Antioxidant Defences

Simple Ways to Boost Antioxidant Defences

Posted on January 12, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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