Although deficiencies in polyphenol intake do not result in specific deficiency diseases,
adequate intake of polyphenols could confer health benefits, especially with regard to …

Human intervention trials have provided evidence for protective effects of various (poly)
phenol-rich foods against chronic disease, including cardiovascular disease …

There is substantial interest in the role of plant secondary metabolites as protective dietary
agents. In particular, the involvement of flavonoids and related compounds has become a …

Humans consume a wide range of foods, drugs, and dietary supplements that are derived
from plants and which modify the functioning of the central nervous sytem (CNS). The …

Neuroprotection is the preservation of function and networks of neural tissues from damages
caused by various agents, as well as neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's …

Several studies have demonstrated that polyphenol-enriched diets may have beneficial
effects against the development of degenerative diseases, including atherosclerosis and …

Evidence is accumulating that exercise has profound benefits for brain function. Physical
activity improves learning and memory in humans and animals. Moreover, an active lifestyle …

Anthocyanins are one type of flavonoid phytopigment. Although the role of anthocyanins as
a functional food factor remains relatively less established than that of other flavonoids …

Cocoa contains more phenolic antioxidants than most foods. Flavonoids, including catechin,
epicatechin, and procyanidins predominate in antioxidant activity. The tricyclic structure of …

Background: Recent evidence has indicated that flavanol consumption may have many
health benefits in humans, including improved cognitive activities. Objective: The aim was to …