Current research on dietary antioxidants misses the so-called non-extractable polyphenols
(NEPP), which are not significantly released from the food matrix either by mastication, acid …

Flavanols from chocolate appear to increase nitric oxide bioavailability, protect vascular
endothelium, and decrease cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk factors. We sought to test the …

The human intestinal tract is home to a complex microbial community called microbiota. This
gut microbiota, whilst playing essential roles in the maintenance of the health of the host, is …

Background: Prospective cohort studies showed inverse associations between the intake of
flavonoid-rich foods (cocoa and tea) and cardiovascular disease (CVD). Intervention studies …

Growing evidence suggests that polyphenols could be serious candidates to explain the
protective effects of plant-derived foods and beverages. Based on current studies, a general …

Human studies provide evidence for beneficial effects of polyphenol-rich foods on
cardiovascular health. The antioxidant activity of polyphenols potentially explains these …

Cocoa beans are rich source of polyphenols, contributing about 10% of the dry weight of the
whole bean and its derivative chocolate, particularly dark chocolate, is considered one of the …

This article provides an overview of current research on flavonoids as presented during a
workshop entitled,“Flavonoids and Heart Health,” held by the ILSI North America Project …

Early studies focused on the negative effects on color and flavor of foods, followed by
exploration of the antioxidant properties and the associated health benefits. The growing …

Introduction High blood pressure is the major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases and the
rising prevalence of human hypertension precedes the trend toward a global epidemic of …