flavonoids

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Constituents: The main constituents are saponins (similar to diosgenin), flavonoids, and vitamins.

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  • Foods rich in flavonoids -- from apples and pears to dark chocolate and red wine -- may offer some benefits to postmenopausal women. —  RNews - TOP STORIES
  • The largest subclass of dietary polyphenols is flavonoids, and it has been reported in the past that those who consume lots of flavonoids have a lower incidence of dementia. —  Sentient Developments
  • Constituents: The main constituents are saponins (similar to diosgenin), flavonoids, and vitamins. —  Find Me A Cure
  • Blueberries contain flavonoids, the natural compounds that protect neurons from the negative effects of oxidation and inflammation. —  All MayoClinic.com Topics
  • On the other hand the body is equipped with a complex antioxidant / oxidant handling system which includes both enzymatic and nonenzymatic (i.e. small molecules such as flavonoids, ascorbate, tocopherol, and carotenoids) produced endogenously or derived from the diet. —  AvaxHome RSS:
 

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