What Are Flavonoids?

• Flavonoids are various compounds found naturally in many fruits, vegetables, and plant products.
• For example, flavonoids are found in lemons, blood oranges, cacao, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, flaxseeds, hemp seeds, onions, tea, strawberries, and more.

• Flavonoids are able to alter the composition of the intestinal bacteria, effectively increasing the production of interferons which kill bacteria and viruses. 

• Antioxidants help the body fight off potentially harmful molecules and toxins that can be introduced to the body. Oxidation or oxidative stressors can ultimately lead to reactions that cause damage to the cells of the body.  
• Flavonoids are powerful antioxidant agents and help the body function more efficiently while protecting it against these every day toxins and stressors.  

• Inflammation is one of the body's immune responses. Allergens, germs, viruses, toxins, and other irritants can trigger inflammation resulting in painful symptoms, chronic illness, and systemic diseases. Flavonoids may help the body combat that inflammatory reaction by activating its anti-inflammatory mechanisms so that those symptoms are reduced. 

• Studies have shown that including more flavonoid rich nutrients in the diet is a great way to help the body stay healthy and potentially decrease the risk of some chronic health conditions.

• Many plant products contain dietary flavonoids that can aid the body in different ways, including helping to manage weight, cholesterol, high blood pressure and symptoms of cardiovascular disease. 

•  A diet high in flavonoids may also decrease the risk of type 2 diabetes. 

• The flavonoids found in tea, coffee, and soy may help lower the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. 

Flavonoid study by the Linus Pauling Institute

Flavonoids' nutritional benefits

What are flavonoids? Everything you need to know