Top 10 Polyphenols
There are over 8,000 different types of polyphenols. They can be found in teas, vegetables, fruits, nuts, spices, and many more. Here are my 10 favorite foods and drink for getting in my polyphenols and how they support your health.
Rita Maya Coffee - Coffee contains anti-inflammatory properties and has a strong antioxidant capacity.
Lily’s Dark Chocolate - For high polyphenol content, choose those with at least 60% cacao, preferably 70%.
Green Tea - The polyphenols in green tea have been shown to protect against chemical carcinogens, like acrylamide* and ultraviolet radiation.
*acrylamide
neurotoxic chemical called acrylamide is created when carbohydrate-rich foods are cooked at high temperatures, whether baked, fried, roasted, grilled or toasted.
GT’s Kombucha - The acids and antioxidants, particularly the acetic acid and polyphenols, increase metabolism and support fat loss.
Green Apples - Polyphenols derived from apples have powerful effects on preventing and even reversing the effects of oxidation, inflammation, and glycation.
Almonds - Almond polyphenols work as antioxidants and antimicrobials.
Garlic - Also contains antioxidant properties.
Broccoli - Polyphenols in broccoli boost the immune system, lowers the incidence of cataracts, and supports cardiovascular health.
Dry Farms Red Wine - Polyphenols in red wine play a key role in the prevention of cardiovascular disease and other chronic pathologies, including cancer.
Cinnamon - Cinnamon can decrease fasting plasma glucose and reduce triglyceride levels.
