Wellness & Research Blog: Phytonutrients

Flavonoids

Low intake of flavonoid-rich foods linked with higher Alzheimer’s r...

A new study from Tufts University is shedding additional light on the importance of consuming flavonoid-rich foods consistently over time. According to the study,...

Low intake of flavonoid-rich foods linked with higher Alzheimer’s r...

A new study from Tufts University is shedding additional light on the importance of consuming flavonoid-rich foods consistently over time. According to the study,...

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Flavonoid-rich diet protects against cancer and heart disease, stud...

Consuming a flavonoid-rich diet protects against cancer and heart disease, particularly for smokers and heavy drinkers, according to new research from Edith Cowan University...

Flavonoid-rich diet protects against cancer and heart disease, stud...

Consuming a flavonoid-rich diet protects against cancer and heart disease, particularly for smokers and heavy drinkers, according to new research from Edith Cowan University...

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Antioxidant supplements reduce harmful effects of water contaminants

Rather than loading the nation’s water supplies with the neurotoxin fluoride, we’d be far better off if water policies dictated adding certain nutritional supplements...

Antioxidant supplements reduce harmful effects of water contaminants

Rather than loading the nation’s water supplies with the neurotoxin fluoride, we’d be far better off if water policies dictated adding certain nutritional supplements...

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Antioxidant supplements become more mainstream as benefits recognized

According to research conducted by the Natural Marketing Institute, approximately 16% of the general population believes they are deficient in antioxidants. This stat demonstrates...

Antioxidant supplements become more mainstream as benefits recognized

According to research conducted by the Natural Marketing Institute, approximately 16% of the general population believes they are deficient in antioxidants. This stat demonstrates...

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Quick introduction to "Antioxidant ORAC"

The antioxidant values of various foods are expressed in ORAC “units.” ORAC is an acronym for “Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity.” ORAC is a the unit...

Quick introduction to "Antioxidant ORAC"

The antioxidant values of various foods are expressed in ORAC “units.” ORAC is an acronym for “Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity.” ORAC is a the unit...

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Up to 99% of population have inadequate fruit and veggie intake

Using the "Five servings a day" guideline, about one in ten people consume enough fruits and vegetables. But it gets worse: The recommended five-a-day...

Up to 99% of population have inadequate fruit and veggie intake

Using the "Five servings a day" guideline, about one in ten people consume enough fruits and vegetables. But it gets worse: The recommended five-a-day...

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Why broccoli is called The Vegetable Queen---and is used in whole f...

More than one food and nutrition writer has referred to broccoli as "The Vegetable Queen." And for good reason. If you don’t already, you...

Why broccoli is called The Vegetable Queen---and is used in whole f...

More than one food and nutrition writer has referred to broccoli as "The Vegetable Queen." And for good reason. If you don’t already, you...

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It takes nutrients from 8 oranges to equal 1 from the 1800s, but yo...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) originally had a mission of promoting nutrition. Today it's way down on the list of places to go...

It takes nutrients from 8 oranges to equal 1 from the 1800s, but yo...

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) originally had a mission of promoting nutrition. Today it's way down on the list of places to go...

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Get RAW with Your Mitochondria to Give Them a Boost

Optimal health occurs at the cellular level. This means taking care of yourself at the cellular level.The best course of action is to take...

Get RAW with Your Mitochondria to Give Them a Boost

Optimal health occurs at the cellular level. This means taking care of yourself at the cellular level.The best course of action is to take...

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Only the Good Die Young if They Don’t Eat These Two Foods

Invest in fruits and vegetables in your diet and increase your chances of living longer by at least 10%. They never told you the...

Only the Good Die Young if They Don’t Eat These Two Foods

Invest in fruits and vegetables in your diet and increase your chances of living longer by at least 10%. They never told you the...

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Fight off the Flu with Phytonutrients

Whether you’re simply afraid of needles or aren’t keen on pumping yourself with the chemical concoction in a flu shot, rest assured there’s plenty...

Fight off the Flu with Phytonutrients

Whether you’re simply afraid of needles or aren’t keen on pumping yourself with the chemical concoction in a flu shot, rest assured there’s plenty...

40 cups a day of grapes or one small scoop of Fruit & Veggie Plus?

(image courtesy of pixabay.com)The latest research published in the journal of Experimental Gerontology showed that 2 cups a day of grapes dramatically lowers metabolic...

40 cups a day of grapes or one small scoop of Fruit & Veggie Plus?

(image courtesy of pixabay.com)The latest research published in the journal of Experimental Gerontology showed that 2 cups a day of grapes dramatically lowers metabolic...