The Medical Advisor

Key Points Question    What is the association of a flavonoid-rich diet with dementia risk among UK adults? Findings    In this cohort study of 121 986 UK Biobank participants, those with the highest adherence to a flavonoid-rich diet, specifically intakes of tea, red wine, and berries, had a lower risk of dementia. Reductions were more pronounced in participants with a high genetic risk, hypertension, and depressive symptoms. Meaning    These findings suggest that increasing daily consumption of flavonoid-rich foods may lower dementia risk, especially in populations at high risk. Abstract Importance    A composite score of flavonoid-rich foods (flavodiet) may provide a clear public health message regarding the range of foods with the potential to lower dementia risk. Objective    To examine associations of flavodiet score and intakes of flavonoid subclasses with dementia risk according to genetic risk and presence of depression and hype...

 Flavonoids are various compounds found in fruits, vegetables, grains, bark, roots, stems, flowers, tea and wine. There are six different types of flavonoids found in food, and each type is broken down differently by your body. Flavonoids have strong antioxidant properties and can protect your body from environmental pollutants. Increasing the amount of flavonoids in your diet is a terrific approach to support the health of your body and maybe lower your chance of developing some chronic health conditions.   Flavonoids Benefits Flavonoids assist in controlling cellular function and shield our cells from potentially harmful chemicals known as free radicals. Simply put, they make your body work more effectively while safeguarding it against common pollutants and stresses. Flavonoids are also strong antioxidant agents. Your body can be exposed to substances that could be toxic; antioxidants aid in the defense against these compounds. Antioxidants are produced naturally by your bo...

Flavonoids are a group of polyphenols, phytonutrients found in most fruits and vegetables. There are more than 6,000 unique flavonoids, but as a group, they're most well-known for their antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects and have been found to lower the risk of many chronic conditions rooted in inflammation. Anthocyanins, 1   specifically — found in red-blue plant pigments that give berries and other foods their red, blue and purple color — have been shown to: Improve blood sugar control Normalize blood pressure and enhance capillary strength Lower oxidative stress and inflammation Inhibit platelet formation Prevent buildup of arterial plaque Increase NAD+ level Previous animal studi...