quercetin

noun

quer·ce·tin ˈkwər-sə-tən

: a yellow crystalline pigment C₁₅H₁₀O₇ occurring usually in the form of glycosides in various plants

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Some research has shown the antioxidant quercetin might help ward off the common cold.4 Foods that contain quercetin include:5 Blueberries Broccoli Cranberries Green tea Kale Red onions 4. —

Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 21 Nov. 2024 Resveratrol and quercetin are two polyphenols commonly sold as individual supplements.1 Research shows that taking polyphenol supplements is less beneficial than eating polyphenol-rich foods. —

Isabel Vasquez Rd Ldn, Health, 6 Oct. 2024 May Help Prevent Cancer Amla contains vitamin C, quercetin, and ellagic acid, which may help prevent cancer by reducing inflammation. —

Lauren O'Connor, Ms, Health, 17 Sep. 2024 What is quercetin good for? When consumed naturally in fruits and vegetables, quercetin has some health advantages that are especially useful considering that the body doesn't produce the compound naturally, so obtaining it from dietary sources is required. —

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