Monthly Archives: October 2013

Is Flavanol Absorption Improved with Carbohydrate?

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Robert Barrington

lavonoids are a diverse group of plant compounds that are bioavailable in humans. Flavonoids may confer protection from certain diseases in humans because they have the ability to inhibit free radical chain reactions and thus reduce oxidative stress. The association … Continue reading →

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Acai Berry: Antioxidant Cocktail

Posted on October 1, 2013 by Robert Barrington

 he acai berry is a fruit found in palm trees (Euterpe oleraceae) native to the Amazon basin and surrounding areas in South America. The fruit of the tree holds economic value to the indigenous populations of these areas where it … Continue reading →

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