Evidence supporting the use of: Bioflavonoids
For the health condition: Free Radical Damage

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Synopsis

Source of validity: Scientific
Rating (out of 5): 3

Bioflavonoids, also known as flavonoids, are a diverse group of plant-derived compounds found in fruits, vegetables, and certain beverages. They are well-recognized for their antioxidant properties, meaning they can neutralize free radicals—unstable molecules that can damage cells and contribute to aging and various diseases. Scientific studies, both in vitro and in vivo, have documented the ability of various flavonoids (such as quercetin, rutin, and hesperidin) to scavenge free radicals and reduce oxidative stress.

While much of the evidence comes from laboratory studies and animal models, some human studies suggest bioflavonoids may help decrease markers of oxidative damage, particularly in populations at risk for conditions linked to oxidative stress. However, the term "bioflavonoid (unspecified)" is broad, and the antioxidant activity can vary significantly depending on the specific compound and its bioavailability in humans.

Overall, there is a moderate level of scientific evidence (rated 3 out of 5) supporting the use of bioflavonoids to combat free radical damage, largely due to their well-documented antioxidant properties. However, more robust clinical trials are needed to clarify their efficacy, optimal dosage, and specific benefits in humans.

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3,3'-dihydroxy-B-carotene-4,4'-dione
3-Isomangostin
5,7-Dimethoxyflavone
7,4-Dimethoxyflavone
7-hydroxymatairesinol (HMR)
Acacetin
Acai berry
Acer truncatum
Acetyl L-carnitine
Algae
Algal protein
Allophycocyanin
Alpha-carotene
alpha-glycosyl isoquercitrin
alpha-lipoic acid
amentoflavone
amethoflavone
amino acids
ankaflavin
anthocyanidins
anthocyanins
anthocyanosides
antirrhinin
apigenin
apocarotenal
apocynin
apricot
arctiin
argan nut oil
Arjunolic acid
Aronia melanocarpa
ascorbigen
ascorbyl palmitate
astaxanthin
astragaloside
astragalus
Auricularia
Autumn Olive
avocado
baccosides
bacoside
baicalin
Basidiomycota
basil
bee pollen
benfotiamine
berry
beta-carotene
beta-hydroxybutyrate
beta-tocopherol
beta-zeacarotene
betanin
BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole)
BHT (butylated hydroxytoluene)
bilberry
bioflavonoids
black currant
black garlic
black tea
blackberry
blueberry
bok choy
boysenberry
Brassica
Brazil nut
broccoli
Brussel sprouts
C-phycocyanin
caffeic Acid
caffeine
Camellia sinensis
camu camu
canthaxanthin
capsanthin
capsorubin
carnosic acid
Carnosine
carnosol
carotene (unspecified)
cashew
catalase
catechins
caterpillar mushroom
cauliflower
chebulic acid
chebulinic acid
chocolate
chokeberry
chrysin
cichoric acid
cistanche
cocoa
coconut milk
coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10)
coffee fruit
crocetin
Crypthecodinium
cryptoxanthin
cupric ascorbate
dehydroascorbic acid
delphinidin
delta-tocopherol
desoxyrhaponticin
dibenzo-alpha pyrones
dihydrolipoic acid
diosmetin
dismutase
dragon fruit
Dumontiaceae
Dunaliella
Dunaliella salina
Ecklonia
ellagic acid
emblicanin
epicatechin
epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG)
ergothioneine
eriodictyol
erythorbic acid
ethylgallate
fatty acids
ferulic acid
fish protein
flavanones
flavans
flavin mononucleotide
flavoglycosides
flavones
flavonols
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fruit blend (proprietary)
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guarana
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hesperetin
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isovitexin
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lutein
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macadamia
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Matcha
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mixed carotenoids
Myricitrin
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Neoandrographolides
Neoxanthin
nicotinamide riboside
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omega-3 fatty acids
oyster mushroom
papaya
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phospholipids
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pine bark
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procyanidin
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propyl gallate
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quercetin
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selenium
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spirulina
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turmeric
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