Surprise Foods Rich in Flavonoids

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posted by Annie B. Bond Jun 9, 2008 12:00 pm

filed under: Health & Wellness, Diet & Nutrition, Eating for Health, Healthy Beauty Basics

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Adapted from Medical Herbalism, by David Hoffmann (Inner Traditions, 2003).

Flavonoids provide powerful protection against cancer and other diseases. Flavonoids are plant pigments responsible for the color of flowers, fruits, and sometimes leaves. Researchers believe that it is in the flavonoids that plants supply us with the natural, anti-inflammatory, and antioxidant magic bullets so important for our health.

Here is a list of commonly available foods and herbs that are a less expensive way to receive these powerful plant pigments. They may be underreported and less exotic than famous blueberry and pomegranate, but of great benefit nonetheless. The key is to use the right part of the plant, as delineated in this list, for full benefit.

Everyday Foods Rich in Flavonoids
Onion (bulb)
Lettuce (whole plant)
Basil (leaf)
Cranberry (fruit)
Garlic (bulb)
Cabbage (leaf)
Kale (leaf)
Brussels sprouts (axillary bud)
Kohlrabi (shoot)
Spinach (leaf)
Asparagus (root)
Fennel (fruit)
Soy (seed)
Scarlet runner bean (whole plant)
Lima bean (leaf)
Kidney bean (fruit)
Garden pea (shoot)
Adzuki bean (seed)

Everyday Herbs Rich in Flavonoids
Dill (seed)
Tea (whole plant)
Basil (leaf)
Thyme (whole plant)
Cayenne (fruit)
Coriander (fruit)
Peppermint (whole plant)
Chamomile (whole plant)
Anise (seed)

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Vural K. says
Jun 15, 2009 5:00 AM

thanks...
Kabin
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Michael J. says
Jun 14, 2009 10:06 PM

Yeah Mr Christopher N. You are right, but these researchers have are not only doing things based on theories but on various pharmaceutical methods like bio assays. I am still a student and I am to be doing some thesis on these healthy foods especially those having flavonoids.

Flavonoids, are in fact antioxidants but it wasnt until recently that antioxidants are stripped of their claims because they are easily degraded inside human body. But the studies right now that make them "hot" is that they prevent certain signs of cancer-leading activities, one of which is angiogenesis or excessive growth of new blood vessels. Most flavonoids, especially the commercially available quercetin (not a trademark) can inhibit these angiogenesis.

Thus, researchers dont only believe. They have done it.

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Christopher N. says
Aug 19, 2008 11:09 PM

It's always great to learn more about health foods, but when the article says: "researchers believe"... it makes me wonder. Researchers shouldn't believe, they should scientifically have proof. Just because there is evidence of something doesn't mean it is true. Be careful what you believe as truth!

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