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Health and Wellness Library:  Bioflavonoids

a look at the health benefits of Bioflavonoids and its role in human nutrition

Also Known as

Antioxidant, Vitamin P

About Bioflavonoids

Bioflavonoids are water-soluble plant pigments, and there have been over 4000 bioflavonoids identified. They work as an antiflammatory, antihistamine, and antiviral. Bioflavonoids can be found in a wide range of foods like citrus fruits, buckwheat, green tea, bilberry, grape seeds, onlions, teas, apples, red wine, legumes, grains, and nuts.

Nutritional Role of Bioflavonoids

Bioflavonoids fight disease by reducing inflammation, preventing release of histamines, improving immunity, fighting free radicals through their antioxidant properties, and increasing blood flow. They inhibit changes that lead to blocked arteries and strengthen the blood vessels. Bioflavonoids improve the absorption of Vitamin C. Some bioflavonoids include genistein, hesperidin, oligomeric proanthocyanidins, epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), rutin, catechins, quercetin, anthocyanidins, and naringenin.

Health Benefits of Bioflavonoids in Human Nutrition

• For anti-inflammatory properties


• For antihistimine properties


• For antiviral properties


• For cardiovascular system


• For antioxidant properties


• For circulation, blood vessels, and cholesterol


• For arthritis, gout, and fibromyalgia


• For bruises, sprains, and strains


• For immune system


• For hay fever, asthma, and sinusitis


• For gingivitis


• For cataracts, glaucoma, night blindness, and macular degeneration


• For menopause ailments and heavy menstruation

Usage Guidelines for Bioflavonoids

There are no known side effect or toxicities.

Bioflavonoids Facts for Informational Purposes Only

Readers should not use this information for self-diagnosis or self-treatment, but should always consult a medical professional regarding any medical problems and before undertaking any major dietary changes. This information is not meant to be substituted for medical advice.