Flavonoid Rich Diet’s Protective Effect

Many studies find that flavonoids are most effective especially for smokers and heavy drinkers who suffer from certain types of cancer, heart related diseases.
Flavonoids are a large family of Polyphenolic plant compounds. Some of the best-known flavonoids include Quercetin, Kaempferol, Catechin, and Anthocyanidins. This nutrient group is most famous for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory health benefits, as well as its contribution of vibrant color to the foods we eat. 

            Data from the Cancer and health cohort finds that those consuming 500 mg of total flavonoids a day had a lowest risk of cancer and heart related death. And it is easily achievable through the diet: 1 cup of tea, 1 apple, 1 orange, 100 g of blueberries, and 100 g of broccoli would provide the wide range of flavonoids compound and over 500 mg of total flavonoids. Total flavonoids intake and its link to mortality rates appears than in non-smokers as well as in heavy versus low moderate alcohol consumers.

“It is important note that flavonoids consumption does not neutralize all of the increase risk of death caused by smoking and drinking consumption”. “By far the best thing to do for your health to quit smoking and reduce the intake of alcohol and instead of them increase the consumption of variety of flavonoids rich plant based food and drink. - Dr. Nicola Bondonna”



According to Will Chu study an estimated 7.8 million premature deaths worldwide in 2013 is attributed to fruit and vegetable intake below 800 g/day. While flavonoids show anti inflammatory effects and improvements to blood vessels function, emerging evidence suggests they may offer greater protection to those with harmful lifestyle habits.
        Flavonoids may also protect against some of the deleterious effects that:  
  • Endothelial Function, 
  • Blood Pressure, 
  • Inflammation, 
  • Blood Lipids, 
  • Platelet Function and/or 
  • Thrombosis.

The potential to prevent cancer and heart disease by encouraging the consumption of flavonoids-rich foods, particularly in people at high risk of these chronic diseases.
“We know these kinds of lifestyle changes can be very challenging, so encouraging flavonoid consumption might be a novel way to alleviate the increase risk, while also encouraging people to quit smoking and reduce their alcohol intake.”

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