A new study finds that eating foods rich in flavonoids, a compound found in high concentrations in foods like apples and beverages such as tea, lowers one’s risk of death, particularly among heavy drinkers and smokers.
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A study conducted by Edith Cowan University’s School of Medical and Health Sciences studied diet data collected over 23 years from more than 53,000 Danish citizens. The lead researcher of the study, Dr. Nicola Bondonno, discovered that those who regularly ate foods rich in flavonoids had a lower risk of developing heart disease and cancer. This guarding effect was the most powerful for those who had a higher risk of chronic diseases due to smoking cigarettes and from drinking more than two alcoholic beverages per day. Dr. Bondonno said in a statement:
“These findings are important as they highlight the potential to prevent cancer and heart disease by encouraging the consumption of flavonoid-rich foods, particularly in people at high risk of these chronic diseases. But it’s also important to note that flavonoid consumption does not counteract all of the increased risk of death caused by smoking and high alcohol consumption. By far the best thing to do for your health is to quit smoking and cut down on alcohol.”1
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Flavonoids are beneficial because they can improve blood vessel function and have anti-inflammatory effects.
According to the study, the recommended daily intake of flavonoids is 500mg a day. Dr. Bondonno says it’s best to enjoy a wide variety of foods that contain high levels of flavonoids. She suggests:
“It’s important to consume a variety of different flavonoid compounds found in different plant based food and drink. This is easily achievable through the diet: one cup of tea, one apple, one orange, 100g of blueberries, and 100g of broccoli would provide a wide range of flavonoid compounds and over 500mg of total flavonoids.”1
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