Quercetin is one of the most well-known, non-citrus bioflavonoids and is a potent antioxidant providing cardiovascular protection by reducing oxidation of LDL cholesterol. Quercetin is one-half of the rutin molecules, another flavonol and is the more active antioxidant. Quercetin bioflavonoid found in high concentrations in red wine, onions and green tea, apples, tea, grapes and other foods.
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Quercetin has powerful anti-inflammatory effects, acts as an antihistamine, and enhances reduce viral activity. As an antioxidant, it may beneficial effects in heart problem by protecting LDL cholesterol from becoming damaged, which cardiologists believe is the underlying cause of heart problem. Quercetin may also block an enzyme that leads to accumulation of sorbitol, which has been linked to nerve, eye and kidney damage in people with high blood sugar.
Quercetin is a potent natural reverse transcriptase blocker. Though large doses may be required in humans to produce therapeutic effects, quercetin has been shown to have antiviral activity against HIV, herpes simplex, polio virus and the respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). One study even showed that it was possible to overcome the polio virus by pairing vitamin C with quercetin.
Quercetin in combination with Vitamin C, bioflavonoids work to rebuild small blood vessels and other structural parts of the body. It also acts as a stimulator to the
defense mechanism of body. It may be beneficial effect against bacterial, viral and fungal problems.
Quercetin (Bioflavonoid Antioxidant)
Bioflavonoids are intended to provide antioxidant activity and nutritive support to
enhance maintain normal capillary permeability. The human body cannot manufacture bioflavonoids and therefore must receive its supply through supplementation or diet. Quercetin possesses powerful antioxidant properties and like other bioflavonoids, has the ability to stabilize cell membranes. These qualities contribute to Quercetin ability to support healthy histamine levels and balanced immune function.
Quercetin and Prostate:
Preliminary research has shown that quercetin may reduce the production of androgen-independent human prostatic tumor cells. Quercetin with finasteride may inhibit prostate weight in rats.
Quercetin and Hay Fever:
Clinical studies has shown that quercetin in onions play an important role in
beneficial effects the symptoms associated with hay fever (allergic rhinitis). Main causes of Hay fever are airborne pollens and mold spores that enter through the nose, throat, or eyes someone who is susceptible to allergens. The immune essentially overreacts when it is unable to distinguish between the innocuous allergen and bacteria.
Quercetin Health Benefits:
Acts as a powerful antioxidant
Provides Cardiovascular protection
Beneficial
effects in long standing problems
Reduces the risk of heart problem
Improves lung function
Reduces oxidation of LDL cholesterol
Effective for inflammatory conditions
Enhance exaggerated response of defense mechanism, such as hay fever, by working as an antihistamine.
Lowers rates of heart problem with high consumption of
quercetin-containing foods
Major Natural Sources:
Apples, Grapes, Black Tea, Onions, Citrus fruits, Dark cherries, Dark berries
Quercetin Precautions:
Keep out of the reach of the children
Store in cool, dry place
Quercetin is Recommended for:
soreness, bad cholesterol, arthritis, lung function, allergies, macular degeneration, lung function, respiratory problems, heart problem, gout, antihistamine, hay fever, and various forms of Long standing problems |
