antioxidants
Flavonoids and Açai
Yesterday we talked about how Flavonoids help brain function and could help prevent cognitive decline as we age.
But what is a flavonoid anyway? Flavonoids are a class of antioxidants. (So many different ways to say “antioxidant” these days, sheesh!)
The worlds number one superfruit, the Açai berry, contains the following flavonoids:
Catechin and epi-catechin
Also found in green […]
Polyphenols In Juice May Slash Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease by 75%
Unless you’ve been living under a rock the last couple of years, you know by now that antioxidants fight free radicals which cause disease and premature aging. Fruits and vegetables (and many brands of face creams too apparently) are rich in antioxidants and the vast majority of us need to eat a whole […]
The Truth Behind Nutrition Trends
MSNBC discusses today’s nutrition trends, including vitamin waters, functional foods, organic/locally grown produce and more. On the topic of “the new face of antioxidants,” berries and other foods rich in phytonutrients get a thumbs up.
… a new wave of research is breathing new life into antioxidants with evidence that we can boost our bodies’ ability […]
