WHAT ARE THE FLAVONOIDS? The flavonoids (also known as bioflavonoids, polyphenols or vitamin P) are probably the most well known group of phytonutrients (a group of chemical compounds which occur naturally in plants and have numerous health benefits but are not considered essential nutrients). The flavonoid group is comprised of 9 separate sub-groups: - Anthocyanins (which include cyanidin, delphinidin, malvidin, pelargonidin, peonidin and petunidin). - Chalconoids. - Coumestans (which include coumestrol). - Flavanones (which include hesperidin, naringenin and silymarin). - … [Read more...]
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Coumestrol Explained
WHAT IS COUMESTROL? Coumestrol is a coumestan which is part of the phytonutrient (a group of chemical compounds that occur naturally in plants and have multiple health benefits but are not considered essential to human health) family. There is relatively little information available on coumestrol although it is believed to have strong cancer fighting properties. In this article I will be providing a full breakdown of coumestrol. WHEN WAS COUMESTROL DISCOVERED? Coumestrol was first discovered in 1938 by the Hungarian biochemist Albert Szent-Györgyi as part of the flavonoid family. … [Read more...]
The Chalconoids (Chalcones) Explained
WHAT ARE CHALCONOIDS? Chalconoids (also known as chalcones) are a sub-class of phytonutrients (a group of chemical compounds that occur naturally in plants and have multiple health benefits but are not considered essential to human health) which have a number of protective roles in the human body. In this article I will be providing a full breakdown of chalconoids. WHEN WERE CHALCONOIDS DISCOVERED? Chalconoids were discovered in 1938 by the Hungarian biochemist Albert Szent-Györgyi as part of the flavonoid family. He initially referred to the flavonoids as vitamin P but it was later … [Read more...]
Taxifolin (Dihydroquercetin) Explained
WHAT IS TAXIFOLIN? Taxifolin (also known as dihydroquercetin) is a flavanonol which is part of the phytonutrient family (a group of chemical compounds that occur naturally in plants and have multiple health benefits but are not considered essential to human health). It can be found in milk thistle and red onion and has been shown to have countless benefits in the human body. In this article I will be providing a full breakdown of taxifolin and how it can boost your health. WHEN WAS TAXIFOLIN DISCOVERED? Taxifolin was discovered in 1938 by the Hungarian biochemist Albert … [Read more...]
The Isoflavones Explained
WHAT ARE THE ISOFLAVONES? The isoflavones are a selection of health boosting nutrients that are mainly found in soybeans and soy products. They are part of the flavonoid sub-class of phytonutrients (a group of chemical compounds which occur naturally in plants and have numerous health benefits but are not considered essential nutrients). The isoflavones and the other flavonoids were discovered and isolated by the Hungarian biochemist Albert Szent-Györgi in 1938. At first he named the flavonoids vitamin P but it was later discovered that they are not essential to human health and … [Read more...]
The Free Fitness Tips Newsletter – June 2011
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Genistein Explained
WHAT IS GENISTEIN? Genistein is an isoflavone and part of the phytonutrient family (a group of chemical compounds that occur naturally in plants and have multiple health benefits but are not considered essential to human health). It is mainly found in soybeans and has been linked with cancer prevention. In this article I will be discussing genistein in greater detail. WHEN WAS GENISTEIN DISCOVERED? Genistein was discovered in 1938 by the Hungarian biochemist Albert Szent-Györgyi as part of the flavonoid family. He initially referred to the flavonoids as vitamin P but it was later … [Read more...]
Daidzein Explained
WHAT IS DAIDZEIN? Daidzein is an isoflavone and part of the phytonutrient family (a group of chemical compounds that occur naturally in plants and have multiple health benefits but are not considered essential to human health). It is mainly found in soybeans and has been linked with cancer prevention. In this article I will be discussing daidzein in greater detail. WHEN WAS DAIDZEIN DISCOVERED? Daidzein was discovered in 1938 by the Hungarian biochemist Albert Szent-Györgyi as part of the flavonoid family. He initially referred to the flavonoids as vitamin P but it was later … [Read more...]
How To Find The Right Personal Trainer
Hello everyone. Today’s guest post comes from Scott Grey who provides health and fitness tips for beginners at Fitness Tips 101. ----- Some individuals need the help, education, and motivation that a personal trainer can provide. If you know that you operate better with the guidance of an expert to encourage you, you should consider enlisting the assistance of a personal trainer. There are a growing number of trainers certified by one organization or another. How do you know who will work best with you? Keep these factors in mind when searching for your personal … [Read more...]
The Anthocyanins Explained
WHAT ARE THE ANTHOCYANINS? The anthocyanins are a group of health boosting nutrients that are mainly found in berries. They are part of the flavonoid sub-class of phytonutrients (a group of chemical compounds which occur naturally in plants and have numerous health benefits but are not considered essential nutrients). The anthocyanins and the other flavonoids were discovered and isolated by the Hungarian biochemist Albert Szent-Györgi in 1938. At first he named the flavonoids vitamin P but it was later discovered that they are not essential to human health and therefore not technically … [Read more...]