Bioflavonoids

What are the benefits?

Bioflavonoids, sometimes called flavonoids or vitamin P, are compounds found in fruit and vegetables. Over 4000 different bioflavonoids have been discovered. Bioflavonoids have antioxidant properties very similar to vitamin C and can actually aid in the absorption of vitamin C. Like all antioxidants, bioflavonoids help to neutralise potentially damaging free radicals. Free radicals are by-products of chemical reactions that take place in the body. They cause damage by interacting with cell membranes, proteins and cell DNA. Bioflavonoids can also bind to proteins, altering their structure and thereby modulating the activity of key enzymes and proteins. They may be beneficial for eye health and help to maintain a strong immune system. They may also help to maintain the tone of blood vessels, and may therefore contribute to a healthy circulation.

What are the natural food sources?

Bioflavonoids occur naturally in the skins of fruit and vegetables. Major sources include apples, berries, grapes, onions, red wine, tea, peppers, citrus fruits, apricots and cherries.

How much do you need?

The recommended daily allowance for bioflavonoids is not defined, but most adults consume between 30 and 100 mcg per day. The human body cannot produce these powerful antioxidants, so they must be supplied from the diet.

Are you likely to be deficient?

Bioflavonoids deficiencies have not been reported.

Are there any interactions?

Extremely high doses of bioflavonoids may cause diarrhoea.

Bioflavonoids can be found in the following products:
Vitabiotics Immunace 30 Capsules, Vitabiotics Visionace 30 Tablets, Vitabiotics Wellman 30 Tablets.

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