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Bioflavonoids
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Why bioflavonoids are good for you

Bioflavonoids (also called flavonoids), and are the substances that give fruits and vegetables their bright beautiful orange-yellow colours.

Bioflavonoids are powerful antioxidants.

Bioflavonoids not only help to get rid of the free radicals, they also increase the action of other antioxidant nutrients.

The immune system requires a lot of bioflavonoids to help run it at peak levels.

Bioflavonoids act together with vitamin C to help maintain the thin walls of the capillaries, therefore preventing excessive bleeding or bruising. Bioflavonoids have been linked to having an antibacterial effect, stimulating bile production, promoting circulation and even assisting with fighting allergies, allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and asthma. Bioflavonoids also help with lowering blood cholesterol levels and in the prevention and treatment of cataracts.

The main bioflavonoids are: Citrin, Hesperidin, Rutin and Quercetin.

 

Important bioflavonoids facts

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Groups at risk of bioflavonoids deficiency

Talk to a medical professional about bioflavonoid supplements BEFORE taking them.

 

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Symptoms of bioflavonoids deficiency

 

If the diet contains enough fruit and vegetables, then there should be no deficiency in the bioflavonoids.

The symptoms of any type of bioflavonoid deficiency would be:

  • Bruising easily
  • Not healing quickly from injuries and wounds

 

Bioflavonoids and health

Talk to a medical professional about bioflavonoid supplements BEFORE taking them.

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Bioflavonoids in food

FOOD AMOUNT
Bioflavonoids
(mcg)
Cranberries
1 cup
13.0
Cranberry juice
1 cup
13.0
Tea (not herbal)
1 cup
7.2
Tomato juice
1 cup
7.2
Apples
1 medium
4.2
Applesauce
1 cup
4.2
Strawberries
1 cup
4.2
Broccoli
1 cup
4.2
Onions
1 cup
3.0
Red wine
1 glass
3.0

 

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Bioflavonoids recommended daily intake (RDI)

RDA 30mg
 
TOLERABLE UPPER LIMIT 600-3000mg
 
TOXIC LEVELS essentially non-toxic to humans


The tolerable upper limits should only be taken for short periods and only under medical supervision.

 

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Bioflavonoids works best with

 

Overdosage, toxicity and cautions for bioflavonoids

Very high dosages of bioflavonoids may cause diarrhoea.

Bioflavonoids are essentially non-toxic.



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Last reviewed: 1 August 2020 || Last updated: 1 January 2020

 

NOTE: Mega doses of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, or other supplements cannot cure illnesses and in fact can be very dangerous and produce toxic side effects and interfere with medicine you are taking. Always ensure you consult your doctor before taking any type of nutrient supplement.
Disclaimer: This guide is not intended to be used for diagnostic or prescriptive purposes. For any treatment or diagnosis of illness, please see your doctor.

 

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