Category Archives: Flavan-3-ols

High Flavonoid Intake Reduces Risk of Hypertension

Posted on December 19, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Flavonoids are polyphenolic antioxidants that are bioavailable in humans. The main flavonoid subgroups are flavonols, flavanones, flavones, flavan-3-ols, proanthocyanidins, anthocyanins and isoflavones. These different subgroups may have different biological activities, and are present in a broad range of foods in … Continue reading →

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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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Green Tea: Taking Capsules Versus Drinking Tea

Posted on July 29, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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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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Boost Antioxidants With Berry Tea

Posted on April 24, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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The Catechins in Tea are the Primary Antioxidants

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Robert Barrington

Green tea is a complex mixture of chemicals, a number of which may have antioxidant properties. Of the antioxidants in tea, the catechin group of flavonoids has been identified as the likely cause of its high antioxidant capacity. For example, … Continue reading →

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Flavonoid Absorption, Distribution, Metabolisma and Excretion (ADME)

Posted on January 15, 2017 by Robert Barrington
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Flavonoids For Disease Prevention

Posted on December 23, 2016 by Robert Barrington

Flavonoids are a group of polyphenolic compound present in plants as secondary metabolites (meaning they are synthesised for purposes other than primary metabolic activity). Many edible and commonly consumed plants contain flavonoids, and as a result human consumption of flavonoids … Continue reading →

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