Flavonoids are a huge group of bioactives found in a variety of foods. These bioactives contribute a wide range of benefits to your health. Use the info below to learn how to get more of these flavonoids into your daily diet.

1. FLAVONOIDS
benefits for total health
Fast Flavonoid Facts
Flavonoids are a huge group of bioactives* found in a variety
of foods. These bioactives contribute a wide range of benefits
to your health.
Use the info below to learn how to get more of these
flavonoids into your daily diet.
* Bioactive food components are constituents in foods or dietary supplements, other than those needed
to meet basic human nutritional needs, that are responsible for changes in health status
Flavonoids are the
natural bioactives in
foods that
emerging science
supports are linked
to health - heart,
brain and body.
Below are some examples of foods in each subclass of
flavonoids. Many foods have a few different forms of flavonoids.
With flavonoids in
a variety of foods
and beverages, it
is easy to get
them in your diet.
Flavonoids have been
shown to help the heart
work at its best.
A diet rich in flavonoids
can help your brain stay
sharp.
Flavonoids support your
total health! Flavonoids
have been associated with
reduced risk of
cardiovascular disease,
diabetes, dementia, and
even cancer.
FOR YOUR HEART
FOR YOUR BRAIN
FORYOURWHOLE
BODY
Berries, cherries,
eggplant, red onion,
purple potatoes, red wine
Apples, kale, leeks,
yellow/white onions,
scallions, broccoli
Dark chocolate, grapes,
pears, almonds/almond
butter, peanuts w/ skin,
peanut butter,
black/green tea
Citrus fruits and juices
(orange, grapefruit,
lemon)
Soybeans, soy flour,
soy milk
Celery, cherries, parsley,
strawberries,
peppers, oregano, thyme
Anthocyanidins Flavan-3-ols(Flavanols) Flavonols
Flavanones Flavones Isoflavones
• Oatmeal made with soymilk and berries with
a glass of orange juice
Breakfast:
• Bean burger with red onion on a whole grain bun and
applesauce or grapes
• Bell peppers and celery with peanut or almond butter
Lunch:
• A pear with green or black tea
• Trail mix with dried cranberries and nuts
Snack:
• Kale salad with oranges, blueberries, and sliced
almonds, and/or soy beans
• Whole wheat pasta with meatballs, fresh tomatoes, basil,
and a glass of red wine
Dinner:
• A piece of dark chocolate
Dessert:
A Bounty of Benefits
Six Distinct Flavonoid Subclasses
Easy & Convenient Flavonoid Feasts
It's easy to add flavonoids to your diet for total health!